Mystery Solitaire The Black Raven

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Immerse yourself in the world of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" in Mystery Solitaire: The Black Raven. Explore 12 locations related to Poe's life and work while enjoying solitaire levels of varying complexity. Collect chains of cards, earn trophies, and enjoy vivid graphics and a pirate soundtrack. This game is for solitaire fans who enjoy variations such as spider, pyramid, and klondike.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

Reviews

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music2 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game features a dark Edgar Allan Poe atmosphere complemented by harmonious music, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers two gameplay modes (Beginner and Pro) and a substantial number of levels, providing variety and replayability.
The mechanics allow for long combos and strategic play, making it engaging for fans of solitaire games.

The game lacks board obstacles and power-ups, leading to repetitive gameplay and a lack of challenge.
Technical issues such as no resolution options and poor graphics quality detract from the overall experience.
The game feels more like a mobile app than a PC game, with many similar titles available for free on other platforms.

atmosphere
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game features a compelling dark atmosphere reminiscent of Edgar Allan Poe, enhanced by harmonious music that complements the mood. The inclusion of whimsical elements, like pink velvet cupcakes, provides a playful contrast to the otherwise somber setting.
- “Solid +1/-1 solitaire card game in a dark Edgar Allan Poe atmosphere with harmonious music.”
- “Pink velvet cupcakes (to break the dark atmosphere)”
music
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with harmonious background tracks that enhance the dark Edgar Allan Poe atmosphere. However, while the menu music is praised, the sound effect for removing cards is considered annoying by some players.
- “Solid +1/-1 solitaire card game in a dark Edgar Allan Poe atmosphere with harmonious music.”
- “The menu music is pretty good.”
gameplay
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay features simple mechanics combined with challenging layouts, creating a balance of skill and luck that encourages strategic thinking. Players can choose between two modes: one for replaying individual levels and another for completing sets of ten, with pro mode unlocking after some initial play. While not addictive, the game is habit-forming, prompting players to keep trying for better results.
- “Simple mechanics but challenging layouts - a good blend of skill and luck - it's not a 'clear the board' solitaire - it's a recover the gold cards buried in the layout - requires some strategy - it's one of those 'one more try' games - not addictive but habit-forming.”
- “There are two gameplay modes, one lets you replay individual levels (my preference), the other only entire sets of 10 levels, and you can only start pro mode after playing a bit on newbie.”
- “There are two gameplay modes: one allows you to replay individual levels (my preference), while the other only lets you play entire sets of 10 levels. Additionally, you can only start pro mode after playing a bit on newbie.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often leading to a loss of enjoyment, especially when progress stalls. While some may appreciate the challenge of grinding for extras or perfect scores, many recommend avoiding the game unless it is free, as the experience can quickly become monotonous.
- “I only play this because I paid for it already. I wouldn't purchase it again as it becomes a very tedious game and the fun soon runs out when you can't go up a level no matter what you do. My recommendation is to get it if it's free, but otherwise pass on it!”
- “But if you feel like grinding to earn extras or want a perfect score for each level, it will be a challenge.”
graphics
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are criticized for their low quality, with no options available for players to adjust the resolution or customize the graphics settings, limiting any potential improvements.
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “The lack of customization options for graphics settings is disappointing.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The "Butler story" is noted for its engaging narrative that intertwines character development with intriguing plot twists, creating a compelling experience for players. Reviewers appreciate the depth and complexity of the storyline, which enhances the overall gameplay. However, some feel that certain elements could benefit from further refinement to fully realize its potential.