Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst

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In "Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst," players aim to solve the enigma of a haunted mansion by searching for hidden objects, deciphering puzzles, and uncovering the tragic story of its former inhabitants. As they progress, they must gather clues, reveal hidden messages, and ultimately find a way to escape from the menacing Ravenhearst Manor. This immersive hidden object game is the seventh installment in the popular Mystery Case Files series.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 168 reviews

story38 positive mentions

stability26 negative mentions

The game features an engaging and well-written story that captivates players and adds depth to the gameplay.
Puzzles are generally challenging and thought-provoking, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy problem-solving.
The atmosphere and graphics are well-designed, contributing to a creepy and immersive experience that fans of the genre will appreciate.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, often requiring players to restart their computers or the game itself, leading to significant frustration.
The shift from traditional hidden object gameplay to morphing objects is not well-received, with many players finding it tedious and less enjoyable.
Some puzzles lack clear instructions, making them unintuitive and leading to confusion, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
51%
4%
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and well-written narrative, particularly within the Ravenhearst saga, which is noted for its intriguing and often disturbing elements. While many players find the storyline captivating and recommend it for fans of mystery and adventure, technical issues such as frequent crashes detract from the overall experience. Despite these frustrations, the story remains a significant draw, with players suggesting the use of walkthroughs to navigate its complexities.
- “The story line is way more engaging and better written than a lot of others I've played.”
- “Absolutely loved the story line and ending for the game!”
- “This one is challenging and entertaining with a gripping storyline that will keep players on the game for hours on end to continue the mystery to its finale.”
- “The only reason to play it would be the storyline, but you might want to have a walkthrough ready on another screen, or save yourself the trouble and just look up a summary.”
- “It's really too bad this story couldn't back off its more unseemly elements and be accessible to younger players.”
- “This third visit to Ravenhearst Manor is not for children or the faint of heart, as the story is truly twisted and disturbing.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its instability, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experienced freezing issues and complete system lock-ups, making it difficult to progress or enjoy the game. While some noted they did not encounter crashes, the overall consensus highlights a troubling level of instability that detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The game is great, but it is full of bugs, glitches, and soft crashing.”
- “Horribly buggy and has crashed three separate times in four hours of gameplay.”
- “Then we come to Ravenhearst 3, this game is so glitchy and buggy, it kept crashing completely locking up my computer until I did a restart, but I sludged my way through.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
Gameplay reviews highlight a significant shift in mechanics, moving away from traditional 'search and find' puzzles to a more frustrating hidden object searching system that some find tedious. While the game introduces unique elements like morphing objects as a primary mechanic, it has been criticized for being buggy and crashing frequently. Overall, players appreciate the story but feel the gameplay lacks depth and polish compared to previous entries in the series.
- “It's fun and I like the new hidden object searching mechanic.”
- “Big Fish was once again pushing the envelope when they developed EFR, so the gameplay is not like any other game out there.”
- “Many hidden object games will scatter morphing objects for achievement hunting, but this is the first I played that made it the primary mechanic.”
- “All of this is in addition to the change of mechanic where it is no longer a 'search and find' puzzle; it is staring at your screen for half a lifetime waiting for something to move and for a lifetime more to realize that the last item is smaller than your cursor (again, pretentious).”
- “The shifting items was a fun little side quest in other games like 'Dire Grove', but it is deplorable as a main mechanic.”
- “Horribly buggy and has crashed three separate times in four hours of gameplay.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in the game are highly praised, with many reviewers noting it as one of the best in its genre, featuring breathtaking artwork and well-executed visuals. The integration of live actors with the graphics is also commended, and players appreciate the option to adjust visual settings in the menu. Overall, the sound design and artistic style contribute to a visually impressive experience.
- “It has one of the best graphics in MCF, sound design, and overall style.”
- “Some of the artwork in this game is absolutely breathtaking.”
- “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are well done.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The atmosphere in the game is notably effective, particularly in the second half, where it becomes creepy and disturbing, enhancing the sense of urgency and stakes. However, some players feel that the overall experience is marred by disappointing story elements and gameplay mechanics, which detract from the atmospheric immersion. While the ambiance is appreciated, it alone may not be enough to redeem the game's shortcomings.
- “I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere it created and it felt like the stakes were higher in this game compared to the last.”
- “However, there's one good thing about this game: the atmosphere in the second half does get creepy, disturbing, and disgusting.”
- “The ambiance and atmosphere is not enough to forgive the overall disappointment both in story and function, a complete letdown in every way and too much of a headache to be enjoyable.”
- “The ambiance and atmosphere are not enough to forgive the overall disappointment in both story and function; it's a complete letdown in every way and too much of a headache to be enjoyable.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game is highly praised for its beautifully mood-setting qualities, reminiscent of the previous installment in the series. Players appreciate the inclusion of separate sliders for adjusting music, effects, and environmental sounds, enhancing the overall experience. The soundtrack is noted for being both enjoyable and atmospheric, contributing to the game's creepy ambiance.
- “The soundtrack is beautifully mood-setting, as you would expect from a Ravenhearst game.”
- “The soundtrack was good and the new places were creepy as all hell.”
- “Options include separate sliders for music, effects, and environment, windowed, custom cursor, hi-def, and subtitles.”
- “The game should have a little bit of soundtrack, like it did in the second part (Returning to Ravenhearst), which had such a great one that I used to listen to it while studying and even writing!”
- “The music in the game is lacking and doesn't match the atmosphere, making it feel empty and uninspired.”
- “I expected a more engaging soundtrack, but the music feels repetitive and forgettable.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly on Windows 11, leading to poor performance.
- “However, this game is very badly optimized, especially on Windows 11.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has low replayability, with multiple users indicating that there is little incentive to play it again after the initial experience.
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”

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