Mystery Expedition: Prisoners of Ice

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In Mystery Expedition: Prisoners of Ice, you embark on a journey to the Arctic in search of your missing grandfather who was on a quest to solve the Inuit people's legend of great treasure and infinite wealth. This hidden object puzzle adventure game challenges you to explore frozen landscapes, decipher puzzles, and uncover the truth behind the Inuit mystery. Your goal is to find your grandfather and reveal the secrets of the Arctic.

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Play Modes

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

Mystery Expedition: Prisoners of Ice screenshot

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features real actors, adding a unique charm to the characters and cutscenes.
The gameplay offers a delightful mix of challenging puzzles and well-drawn hidden object scenes, providing a rewarding experience.
Collecting coins to buy items for the penguin adds a cute and engaging element to the game.

The game abruptly ends without resolving the storyline, leaving players unsatisfied.
Many cutscenes lack audio, which detracts from the overall experience.
The hidden object scenes can be cluttered and inconsistent in quality, making some items difficult to find.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The story is generally considered decent but simplistic and short, leaving some players confused about key plot points, such as the fate of the captain. While the gameplay is acceptable, the narrative lacks depth and coherence, with some players feeling disconnected from the overall storyline.
- “Such as story events and clues.”
- “I didn't get the story at all, apart from being stuck somewhere near the North Pole.”
- “The plot is simple, though I found the story short.”
- “But still, if the plot was beginning well, you have some holes: what happened to the captain?”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with users noting that the visuals are well done and adjustable in the options menu. While the overall quality is good, some players pointed out that the characters are portrayed by filmed actors, which may affect the visual experience.
- “An interesting adventure with good music, graphics, journal, hint/skip button.”
- “The graphics are alright, but the characters are filmed actors.”
- “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are well done.”
- “The visuals can be adjusted in the game's option menu.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay is generally considered average, with a playtime of around four hours. Some users express confusion regarding the mechanics and storyline, particularly questioning the logic behind certain plot elements.
- “+ about 4 hours of gameplay”
- “The storyline and the gameplay are ok.”
- “The storyline and the gameplay are okay.”
- “- about 4 hours of gameplay”
- “How come the mechanic was taken by the evil spirit if he was a prisoner?”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, complementing the adventure with a solid soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of good music and graphics, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
- “An interesting adventure with great music, graphics, journal, and hint/skip button.”
- “The soundtrack is enjoyable and complements the gameplay well.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is likened to that of a low-budget film, successfully eliciting genuine laughter from players, even those who typically dislike in-game videos.
- “I usually don't like the use of videos in games, and still don't, but these ones... well, they truly made me laugh, like I was watching a cheap production movie.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has low replayability, indicating that players may not find sufficient motivation to revisit it after completing it.
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”