- July 25, 2011
- HeR Interactive
- 18h median play time
Nancy Drew: The Captive Curse
Platforms
About
In Nancy Drew: The Captive Curse, players become the famous detective to uncover the truth behind a centuries-old curse. Explore a castle and its vast grounds in Italy while solving puzzles, interviewing suspects, and avoiding obstacles. Can you save the townsfolk from the supposed curse or will you become its next victim? Delve into a thrilling mystery and experience an unforgettable adventure in this captivating game.











- The story is captivating and well-written, with interesting characters and a beautiful castle setting that enhances the atmosphere.
- The puzzles are enjoyable and challenging, providing a good balance that doesn't require excessive hints to solve.
- The mini-games, particularly 'Raid' and 'Monster', are fun and add replay value to the game.
- The game can be dialogue-heavy, leading to moments where players may feel stuck or overwhelmed by conversations.
- Navigation through the castle and maze-like areas can be confusing, making it easy to get lost and prolonging gameplay unnecessarily.
- Some puzzles may feel too easy or obvious, reducing the overall challenge for experienced players.
story
124 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of the game is generally described as captivating and well-written, featuring intriguing characters and a rich atmosphere influenced by German folklore. While many players enjoyed the engaging plot and humor, some noted pacing issues and a few logical inconsistencies that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is appreciated for its charm and lightheartedness, though it may not reach the heights of previous entries in the series.
“The characters are all very developed, as is the story/mystery, and it has a lot of information about German folklore.”
“The story line of this game is completely captivating.”
“I was hooked from the start and immediately loved the spooky setting and the story.”
“The story is okay but the game overall is so slow and dull.”
“However, it falls flat in the actual logic of the story a bit, which is a big flaw in, you know, a mystery game.”
“While there are some thrilling aspects, and I enjoy the setting of an old German castle, the rest of the story is lackluster.”