Nancy Drew Dossier: Lights, Camera, Curses!
- July 17, 2009
- HeR Interactive
Get on SteamIn "Nancy Drew Dossier: Lights, Camera, Curses!", players take on the role of Nancy Drew as she investigates suspicious events on the set of a controversial film remake. As a fast-paced and fun casual game, players will search for hidden objects, pick locks, and decipher codes to uncover the truth behind uncanny accidents and press leaks. With a variety of puzzles and challenges to solve, players must catch loose reptiles, a cursed black cat, and uncover the alternate ending to the original film in this immersive and engaging detective adventure.
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Reviews
- The game features a fun and engaging storyline with interesting characters, making it enjoyable for players.
- The mini-games, particularly the smoothie-making one, are entertaining and add replay value to the game.
- It's a great introduction to the Nancy Drew series, especially for younger audiences or those looking for a casual gaming experience.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and repetitive, lacking the depth and challenge found in traditional Nancy Drew games.
- Players are frustrated by the requirement to achieve a high score for a special ending, which can lead to confusion and disappointment.
- The mini-games can become tedious and are often seen as a chore rather than a fun addition to the gameplay.
- story56 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with many praising its engaging narrative, colorful setting, and character development, though some find it predictable or derivative. While the game is described as short and suitable for a younger audience, it features suspenseful twists that keep players entertained. However, a few reviews criticize the story as boring or unoriginal, suggesting that the gameplay mechanics could be more advanced.
“The story is excellent, full of suspense, and has major twist endings and turns. Just as you think you know who the culprit is, something happens that makes you suspect it's another person, then another person. Very entertaining!”
“The storyline and plot are clever and immersive, with several twists and turns.”
“I love the story and every character has something about them to like.”
“This one's story is quite derivative too.”
“The story is pretty boring and the ending is a rip off of 'Blue Moon Canyon' from the main Nancy Drew series.”
“It's a stupid, not interesting story with boring gameplay.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the unique mechanics, such as matching objects, and finding the main gameplay a fun twist on traditional hidden object games. However, others criticize the mini-games as frustrating and the overall experience as rushed, leading to unpolished controls and illogical mechanics. Fans of classic Nancy Drew games may find the changes unappealing, while those open to a different approach might appreciate the refreshing elements introduced.
“Way better than Scarlet Hand and Final Scene, the first two games I played of the Nancy Drew series... gameplay mechanics are vastly improved in a very good way and the story is okay.”
“I like the match object A with object B to do things mechanic of this game; it's somewhat unique.”
“Gameplay and progression are rather refreshing for this genre.”
“It's a stupid, not interesting story with boring gameplay.”
“In short, if you like the classic Nancy Drew games, there's a big chance you will not like the overall look or gameplay of this game.”
“It feels like the creation of this game was rushed, so the controls aren't polished, the mini-games could have a tweak here and there, and the game mechanics cause some absurd things, like a photo camera requiring the batteries to take the negatives out, and, right after that, Nancy taking out the negatives and putting them onto the table in direct white light (in real life that would ruin the picture, that's why we needed that red light bulb in the first place).”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in arcade mode where mini-games become boring over time. While some initially enjoy the gameplay, many report that it turns into a chore, especially towards the end. Overall, the mini-games are seen as manageable but often lack the fun factor needed to keep players engaged.
“Unfortunately, there are many aspects of this game that become tedious or annoying.”
“While at first it was pretty fun to play, it later got tedious and repetitive towards the end; minigames were more a chore than fun.”
“Mini games in story mode are okay, but in arcade they become boring and tedious.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game is highly regarded for its replayability, particularly due to its engaging mini-games and hidden object elements, making it an excellent choice for beginners. Players appreciate the challenge of achieving special endings, which adds to the overall replay value. Overall, it stands out as one of the most replayable entries in the Nancy Drew series.
“It's a great introduction to the Nancy Drew video games, it's fantastic for beginners, the arcade games give it more replay value, and the 'hidden object' aspect of the game is clever.”
“In a way, there is a bit of replay value to the game for those who want to get the special ending since it can be a bit difficult to get the number of points necessary.”
“It's a great introduction to the Nancy Drew video games; it's fantastic for beginners, the arcade games give it more replay value, and the 'hidden object' aspect of the game is clever.”
“LCC has a lot of replay value for these mini-games.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as colorful and polished, featuring an impressive Edward Gorey-inspired opening title sequence and well-executed artwork throughout. However, the game is criticized for its limited movement and a simplistic approach to mysteries, primarily involving hidden object searches and straightforward prompts. Overall, while visually appealing, the graphics do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“Colorful graphics and other art.”
“The Edward Gorey-esque opening title sequence is brilliantly done, as is all the artwork throughout.”
“It has more limited-movement graphics.”
“It's only vaguely a Nancy Drew game - the graphics are a bit more polished, but everything is laid out for you step by step and the 'mysteries' that you have to solve are simply finding hidden objects in large rooms and answering prompts to show that you were paying attention.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in Lcc is praised for its quality and consistency, as it is created by the same talented team behind the beloved adventure series. Reviewers appreciate the engaging soundscapes that enhance the overall experience, alongside the voice acting and sound effects.
“Lcc has many great aspects, including the music, voice acting, cool settings, fun mini games, and suspicious characters.”
“But the music, voice acting, sound effects, etc. are all still by the same people like the adventure series you may have already come to know and love.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly and without any bugs, contributing to a positive overall experience.
“Another fact in its favor is that it runs smoothly and without bugs.”
