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Mystery Case Files: Huntsville

86%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
story, gameplay
86% User Score Based on 144 reviews

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In Mystery Case Files: Huntsville, players become master detectives by solving over 15 crimes through examining clues and exploring strange crime scenes. This hidden object game features more than 20 unique locations and thousands of items to find, providing a new experience with each playthrough.

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Mystery Case Files: Huntsville screenshot
Mystery Case Files: Huntsville screenshot
Mystery Case Files: Huntsville screenshot

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • A nostalgic experience that many players enjoyed as children and still find fun as adults.
  • The game provides a solid challenge with hidden object puzzles that can sharpen your item-finding skills.
  • It's a classic that laid the groundwork for the Mystery Case Files franchise, making it a recommended play for fans of hidden object games.
  • The game suffers from poor optimization and resolution issues, making it difficult to play in full screen on modern monitors.
  • Some objects are too niche or poorly described, leading to frustration and time constraints during gameplay.
  • Repetitive gameplay with limited variety in puzzles and scenes can make the experience feel dull over time.
  • story
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as lackluster, with many players finding it basic and unengaging, often feeling that the stakes are insignificant. While some appreciate the detective theme, they note that it lacks depth and coherence, making it feel more like a backdrop for the hidden object gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, the story does not significantly enhance the experience, with players preferring older titles that relied less on thin storylines.

    • “This game has a fun story line.”
    • “Even has a decent story, such as it is.”
    • “Finally, the searching for the items itself, it is a great finder game and I really enjoy the entire series and it's fun to come back to after a bit and play again; it has a very basic story unlike the Ravenhearst collection (my personal favorite) but it is enjoyable.”
    • “The story placed into the game does not appeal to me as the stakes feel rather insignificant.”
    • “The story is not very good and the crime computer is tedious at best, so this game is not good for any reason other than the hidden object content.”
    • “There is a theme (a detective solving 'cases'), but no real story.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, with many users noting low resolution and grainy visuals that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the artwork and find it charming, others recommend more modern alternatives like Artifex Mundi for superior graphics and gameplay variety. Overall, the game's visuals may appeal to nostalgic players but may not satisfy those seeking contemporary standards.

    • “The graphics are wonderful and the puzzles aren't difficult.”
    • “The artwork is very nice and the game mechanics are a familiar friend.”
    • “A classic that holds up pretty well, particularly if you ignore the lower resolution graphics.”
    • “If you're looking for hidden object games and haven't played them before, then you're better off sticking to the Artifex Mundi collections. They have more modern, better graphics and more varied gameplay than these old MCF games.”
    • “A classic that holds up pretty well, particularly if you ignore the lower resolution graphics and the issues with your graphics settings, which don't always revert back to the correct resolution when you exit.”
    • “A classic that holds up pretty well, particularly if you ignore the lower resolution graphics and the issues with your graphics settings, which don't always revert back to the correct resolution when you exit.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay in the hidden object genre is described as simplistic and repetitive, primarily revolving around finding objects within a time limit, which can create unnecessary stress. While the artwork is praised, players recommend more modern alternatives like Artifex Mundi for better graphics and varied gameplay experiences. Overall, the mechanics feel dated compared to newer offerings in the genre.

    • “The artwork is very nice and the game mechanics are a familiar friend.”
    • “Each level consists of a time limit you're pressured by, and though I always managed to finish with quite a bit of time left over, the stress associated with rushing through levels and scenes negatively impacted the gameplay as a whole for me.”
    • “As the origin of the hidden objects genre, the game mechanic is way too simple; all you need to do is find objects over and over.”
    • “If you're looking for hidden object games and haven't played them before, then you're better off sticking to the Artifex Mundi collections, which offer more modern graphics and more varied gameplay than these old MCF games.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally appreciated for its integration with gameplay, but many players find it repetitive after a short period of play. Additionally, the game offers options for full-screen mode and separate sliders for adjusting sound effects and music volume.

    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “I appreciate the options for full-screen mode and separate sliders for sound effects and music, allowing for a personalized audio experience.”
    • “The combination of music and gameplay creates an immersive atmosphere that keeps me engaged.”
    • “The music felt very repetitive after only playing for the time that I did.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a challenging experience on the first playthrough, making it suitable for speed runs, which enhances its replayability. However, some users feel that the price does not justify the replay value, suggesting it is better to purchase during sales or in bundles. Additionally, issues with window resolution may detract from the overall experience.

    • “Challenging the first time through and highly replayable for speed runs.”
    • “Challenging the first time through and replayable for speed runs.”
    • “Hate: price to replay value (get on sale and/or in a bundle) and window resolution.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely criticized for its lack of optimization, with multiple users expressing frustration over performance issues.

    • “It is not optimized at all, which is disappointing!”
    • “It is not optimized at all, which is disappointing!”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's stability is inconsistent, with certain objects exhibiting bugs that can negatively impact gameplay by reducing the timer.

    • “Some objects, however, are a little buggy to collect and can decrease time from the timer.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly criticizing the crime computer feature, which detracts from the overall experience. The lackluster story further contributes to the perception that the game relies heavily on hidden object content to maintain interest.

    • “The story is not very good and the crime computer is tedious at best, so this game is not good for any reason other than the hidden object content.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is noted for its abundant humor, with multiple users highlighting its comedic elements.

    • “There's lots of humor to be found.”

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