Mystery P.I. - The New York Fortune
- January 28, 2009
- SpinTop Games
Get on SteamIn Mystery P.I. - The New York Fortune, you're a detective tasked with finding the missing pieces of a wealthy family's treasure map scattered across New York City. Solve hidden object puzzles and uncover clues in various locations to reassemble the map and reveal the hidden diamond mine. With mini-games, challenging puzzles, and a compelling storyline, this game offers a fun and engaging experience for all mystery lovers.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging and relaxing gameplay that provides hours of fun finding hidden objects and solving puzzles.
- Quality hidden object puzzles with clever clues and a simple, enjoyable format that appeals to fans of the genre.
- Great for casual play, making it a good choice for families and those looking to pass the time.
- Repetitive scenes and a lack of a compelling story can lead to boredom over time.
- Gamebreaking bugs, such as missing items after using hints, can disrupt the experience.
- Developed by a different company than the well-regarded PopCap, leading to lower expectations in quality and innovation.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, featuring a basic premise about a billionaire hiding his fortune in New York City, but it does not engage players significantly. While some players appreciate the absence of a convoluted narrative, others find the repetitive gameplay and lack of story development disappointing, especially compared to other hidden object games that offer richer storytelling experiences. Overall, the story serves merely as a framing device for the gameplay rather than a compelling element.
“The story of an eccentric New York billionaire hiding his fortune somewhere in New York City adds a unique flavor to the game.”
“There is a simple story-framing piece of text at the start, but it quickly becomes repetitive with the same New York-themed screens.”
“While the game features a basic narrative setup, it lacks the depth and engagement found in other titles.”
“If you simply want to pay for this game so that you can waste some time finding hidden objects (like in the free hidden object games you can download on Android), then this game is okay. If you are looking for a story, then there are better and much better games out there.”
“There is a simple story-framing piece of text at the start, then it's the same New York-themed screens (with like 10 objects to find in each) over and over and over, with each grouping of 2-8 (of the 25) screens separated by simple match 3, word find, jigsaw, or rotation puzzle, with no actual story (unlike, say, Pirateville from MumboJumbo, where you have story setups for every screen you play).”
“There is no real story or voice acting that you see frequently today, though I don't think that is a real loss.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in this mystery collection game, released on November 13, 2008, are praised for their engaging visual design, making it a must-have for fans of hidden object puzzles that challenge attention and visual skills.
“The graphics are stunning, bringing the game's world to life with incredible detail and vibrant colors.”
“Every scene is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
