Mystery Castle

Overall I have enjoyed my time with Mystery Castle so far and plan on finishing the game in the future. I like puzzle games and Mystery Castle is a good puzzle game. Mystery Castle has some great puzzle design that is just the right difficulty where it is challenging but not so challenging that it becomes frustrating.

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88% User Score Based on 16 reviews

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Mystery Castle is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Runestone Games Limited and was released on May 6, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Mystery Castle" , players navigate as Monty the Wizard, solving 180 unique stages across five castles, utilizing tools such as a magical lantern to reveal hidden paths. Encounters with quirky characters, like Stumpi the dwarf and Mr. Chow, add humor and challenges as you outwit creatures and save the castles from evil. A retro-inspired adventure, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and fans of lighthearted fantasy.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

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Mystery Castle features charming graphics and engaging music that enhances the puzzle-solving experience.
The game offers a variety of challenging yet fair puzzles that encourage critical thinking and creativity.
It provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic puzzle games, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated gamers.

The gameplay can be slow-paced, which may frustrate players looking for quicker action.
There is no option to undo the last move, leading to potential frustration when a single mistake requires restarting an entire stage.
The writing can be overly sarcastic and annoying, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
Gameplay is characterized by a mix of straightforward objectives and charming graphics, making it easy to pick up yet challenging to master. While the levels are creatively designed to provide inventive and deceptive challenges, some players find the pacing slow and the writing overly sarcastic, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “At its core, it has all the features that one can find in any of the early video game classics: straightforward objectives, charming graphics, an easy-to-follow story, and gameplay that is easy to pick up and play but enjoyably challenging to master.”
- “Annoying, overly sarcastic writing and far too slow in gameplay.”
- “After a simple tutorial stage, you are thrown straight into the gameplay.”
- “Every level is designed to challenge, whether it’s through highly devious map design or new mechanics, and a player will be constantly teased by the inventiveness and occasional deceptiveness of the solutions.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics are consistently described as charming, colorful, and vibrant, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early video game classics. They are visually appealing and easy on the eyes, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience without becoming overwhelming. Overall, the graphics enhance the straightforward and engaging gameplay.
- “The graphics are charming and the music doesn't get repetitive even after listening to it for a long while.”
- “Colourful and vibrant, but very easy on the eyes, the graphics have an appeal that echoes that of the golden age of video gaming.”
- “At its core, it has all the features that one can find in any of the early video game classics – straightforward objectives, charming graphics, easy-to-follow story, and gameplay that is easy to pick up and play but enjoyably challenging to master.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is straightforward and easy to follow, reminiscent of classic video games, featuring a charming protagonist and a fairy-tale-like world to explore. It combines simple objectives with engaging gameplay, avoiding complex backstories or heavy themes, making it accessible and enjoyable for players.
- “It has a charming protagonist, a world to explore, and a story that is straight out of a fairy-tale.”
- “So you have objective and story rolled into an easily understood whole, no need for melodramatic backstories or metaphysical angst.”
- “At its core, it has all the features that one can find in any of the early video game classics: straightforward objectives, charming graphics, an easy-to-follow story, and gameplay that is easy to pick up and play but enjoyably challenging to master.”
- “The story is overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it feel more like a children's tale than an engaging narrative.”
- “The plot is predictable and fails to offer any meaningful twists or character development.”
- “While the game has charming elements, the story feels like an afterthought, lacking the complexity and intrigue that would make it memorable.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and ability to remain engaging without becoming repetitive, enhancing the overall experience, particularly during puzzle-solving in enchanting settings like the castle.
- “The music in the game is quite charming, especially the one in the enchanted castle, and makes the puzzles more relaxing while you plan out the solutions to a puzzle.”