Mystery Case Files: The Black Veil

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In "Mystery Case Files: The Black Veil," the town of Dreadmond faces a mysterious illness that rapidly ages residents. As the detective, you must race against time to uncover the cause and save the remaining townsfolk. This hidden-object puzzle adventure offers bonus content, collectible items, and replayable mini-games, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Mystery Case Files: The Black Veil screenshot

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

story18 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features an immersive story with interesting concepts and enjoyable puzzles.
Great voice acting, nice graphics, and atmospheric music enhance the overall experience.
The game offers a variety of achievements and replayability, making it a fun addition to the Mystery Case Files series.

The plot is often forgettable and lacks depth compared to previous titles in the series.
Puzzles can be too easy, and some players found the gameplay to be less challenging than expected.
The game may feel slow and dark, which could detract from the enjoyment for some players.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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45%
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The story in this game is generally considered immersive and interesting, providing a refreshing break from the typical Ravenhearst narrative. However, many reviewers noted that while the main concept is appealing, the plot can be forgettable, predictable, and at times confusing, with some details lacking depth. Overall, the game features decent voice acting and a creepy ambiance that enhances the experience, though it may not be suitable for all age groups due to its darker themes.
- “Everything I expect from a MCF game: immersive story, fun puzzles, heaps of achievements to unlock requiring several playthroughs.”
- “Plus, this one in particular features great voice acting and storytelling.”
- “These are meant for fun; they don't have to be deep and captivating stories, but this one did go some way in developing a very interesting story and character.”
- “The storyline is similar to other entries in the series - someone is trying to do something bad and you are tasked with stopping them through puzzles, point-and-click style, and hidden object games.”
- “I finished the game and wasn't quite sure of some of the details of the story.”
- “The storyline is a bit lacking in detail.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their high quality, with many reviewers highlighting the fantastic cutscenes and beautifully crafted visuals, particularly the impressive intro scene. Players appreciate the ability to adjust visual settings in the options menu, further enhancing their experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature that complements the engaging storyline.
- “The cutscenes and graphics are also fantastic - the intro scene especially I found wonderfully done.”
- “The graphics can't be faulted.”
- “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are nicely done.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
17%
The music in the game is described as atmospheric and well-integrated, enhancing the overall experience alongside high-quality voice acting and cut scenes. Players appreciate the inclusion of soundtracks as part of the extra features, contributing to a polished and immersive gameplay environment.
- “The music is atmospheric and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “Everything in this game is well done, from the music to voice acting and cut scenes.”
- “The atmospheric music really adds to the immersion of the gameplay.”
- “Tons of puzzles to solve, everything in this game is well done, from music to voice acting and cut scenes, no bugs nor crashes, the difficulty is average, most of the time easy, sometimes hard.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The gameplay is well-paced, with no rushed segments, providing a satisfying experience throughout. However, it is noted to be less challenging compared to other games in the genre.
- “Gameplay wise, I don't think this one was as challenging as some of the others.”
- “Gameplay-wise, I don't think this one was as challenging as some of the others.”
- “The gameplay itself was not too short; no parts of it felt rushed for me, which I find can sometimes be a problem nearer the end of a lot of games.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its evocative and immersive music, which significantly contributes to the overall experience. Players appreciate how the soundscapes create a captivating environment that draws them deeper into the game world.
- “The atmospheric music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game features an incredible atmospheric soundtrack that pulls you into its world.”
- “The combination of ambient sounds and atmospheric music creates an immersive environment.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often opting to skip challenging puzzles, which suggests that the experience could benefit from clearer guidance or more engaging content to reduce frustration.
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.”