Mystery Of Rivenhallows

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Mystery Of Rivenhallows is a single player action game. It was developed by EnsenaSoft and was released on July 26, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows is an exciting adventure game full of mystery and suspense paying homage to the classic genre of point-and-click adventure gaming.

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26%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a light and easy puzzle-solving experience, making it suitable for casual players or those looking for a quick distraction.
Some players found the story interesting and enjoyed the atmosphere, despite the game's brevity.
It can be a decent way to spend a short amount of time, especially if acquired at a low price.

The game is extremely short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to a lack of content and replay value.
Puzzles are overly simplistic and can often be solved by random clicking, diminishing the challenge and engagement.
Technical issues such as unresponsive controls, limited settings, and a lack of a proper hint system detract from the overall experience.

story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
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The story in the game is generally considered weak and underdeveloped, with many reviewers noting its lack of imagination and depth. Players often find the narrative insufficiently engaging, leading to abrupt endings and a disjointed experience, as the gameplay can be completed in a very short time, sometimes even without fully understanding the plot. While some appreciate the dark themes and potential for a more compelling backstory, the overall consensus is that the story fails to provide the necessary context and intrigue to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “According to the story, the game's protagonist, a journalist, was once a student in Rivenhallows Orphanage, from where children have mysteriously disappeared.”
- “I was thinking this would be a good game because the story is very interesting and a little dark.”
- “Tells a good story.”
- “The story wasn't all that imaginative or exciting, nor that necessary really, but aside from that, there are only two issues I have with this game and that keep me from recommending it unless you get it vastly on sale.”
- “The story lacks enough feedback to hook players before the sudden ending.”
- “The game is very short and the storyline leaves a whole lot to be desired.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as fitting and enjoyable, with a mysterious quality that enhances the experience, despite being repetitive and limited in variety. While some players appreciate the soundtrack, others find it annoying due to its lack of volume control and the short loop duration. Overall, the music is seen as a redeeming aspect amidst criticisms of the game's visuals and plot.
- “I guess the background music is the reason I kept playing this game.”
- “Graphics and animations are okay and the music is not bad.”
- “About 15 seconds worth of soundtrack on loop.”
- “The music is mysterious sounding, but that's not nearly enough for salvation.”
- “I did get annoyed by the lack of options, no windowed mode, can't change the volume of the incredibly repetitive background music, etc.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users noting a drab and minimalistic aesthetic reminiscent of the 80s, while others appreciated the bright visuals and unique designs of each room. However, issues such as missing shadows and overall dodgy quality detracted from the experience, leading to a consensus that while the graphics are decent, they do not justify the game's price point.
- “There is hardly anything to click on in each room other than the puzzles, practically nothing to read story-wise which is a complete shame because with the nice visuals and each room having its own unique twisted feel to it, a morbid full expose on the child experiments conducted would have beckoned my curiosity more.”
- “Bright visuals”
- “Graphics and animations are ok and music is not bad.”
- “The graphics feel like they are from the 80s.”
- “The minimalistic graphics are disappointing, and there are basically no sound effects.”
- “The visuals are pretty drab.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being extremely short, lasting around 40 minutes, and ending abruptly before the story can develop. Additionally, players find the mechanics and overlay to be clunky, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The problem with this game is that there was barely any gameplay because it ends abruptly when you think that the story would progress.”
- “40 minutes (or less) of gameplay.”
- “The overlay and mechanics are clunky.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its minimal replayability, with users noting a lack of engaging content and basic mechanics that fail to encourage multiple playthroughs. The absence of achievements or incentives for exploring different aspects of the game further diminishes its replay value.
- “No replay value.”
- “The main problem with the game, other than how aimlessly random it feels, is how basic it is. I mean, how hard would it have been to prevent the player from completing the game without first finding the three main clues that reveal the story? At the very least, achievements for finding each of the clues would add some replayability to the game.”
- “Minimal replay value.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as it often involves repetitively visiting the same locations, which can lead to a monotonous experience.
- “Visiting the same location over and over again was very tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks, and it became incredibly monotonous.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is perceived as lacking vibrancy, with some users feeling it fails to create an engaging or immersive experience, resulting in a dull overall impression.
- “One could say it builds atmosphere, but in reality, it just appears dull.”
- “The environment feels lifeless and fails to immerse you in the game.”
- “Despite the attempts at creating a mood, the atmosphere comes off as flat and uninspired.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for being unresponsive and buggy, leading to frustrating navigation and interaction issues, particularly during puzzle-solving. Users report that clicks often do not register, contributing to a clunky experience.
- “I was clicking on the right thing, but the game was so unresponsive and buggy that it wasn't registering my clicks.”
- “It's buggy, clunky, and frustrating to navigate the various puzzles.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is polarizing; while some find it amusingly brief, others criticize it for being barely playable and lacking genuine comedic value. Overall, the humor may appeal to those who appreciate a quick, quirky experience, but it leaves many players wanting more.
- “Hilariously short murder mystery.”
- “Barely playable, extremely short, not funny.”

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Mystery Of Rivenhallows is a action game.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Mystery Of Rivenhallows.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows was released on July 26, 2016.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows was developed by EnsenaSoft.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows has received negative reviews from players. Most players disliked this game for its story.

Mystery Of Rivenhallows is a single player game.

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