Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen

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Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by HeR Interactive and was released on May 16, 2012. It received positive reviews from players.

In Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen, players become the famous amateur detective as they explore an ancient Egyptian tomb to uncover the truth behind a queen's curse. Solve puzzles, interrogate suspects, and unravel the mystery in this captivating adventure game. This 32nd entry in the Nancy Drew series features historical intrigue, challenging sleuthing, and a haunting atmosphere.

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Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

story15 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features an engaging setting in Ancient Egypt, with beautiful graphics and an immersive atmosphere.
Puzzles are challenging and varied, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy problem-solving.
The storyline is intriguing, with a mix of history and mystery that keeps players interested throughout.

Many puzzles are considered obtuse or frustrating, leading to confusion and reliance on walkthroughs.
The character development is lacking, with some characters feeling flat and dialogues that can be tedious.
The plot can be confusing at times, with unresolved questions and a lack of clarity in certain story elements.

story
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The story aspect of the game received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the intriguing plot and strong character development, while others found it confusing or lacking depth. Some highlighted the clever dialogue and engaging atmosphere, though a few criticized the story for being disjointed or overly reliant on puzzles. Overall, the narrative was seen as a solid component of the game, with a blend of adventure and mystery that kept players invested, despite some frustrations with puzzle clarity and pacing.
- “Fascinating characters, intriguing story, and some pretty challenging puzzles make this a very solid game in the Nancy Drew series.”
- “The graphics are high quality, every character is memorable and interesting, and the story is engrossing, throwing twists and turns that drew me deeper.”
- “I found the theme and story of this game so interesting!”
- “I was also surprised at how much of the story passed fact-checking (other than allowing random American high school students onto Egyptian dig sites).”
- “It just ended in a puzzle, without much story or character, or visuals.”
- “A mediocre story with overly difficult and disjointed puzzles; terrible characters, a far-fetched story, and less than stellar gameplay.”
graphics
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Overall, the graphics of the game received a mixed but generally positive reception. While some players found them slightly off or less appealing compared to older titles, many praised the high quality, memorable character designs, and engaging artwork that enhanced the immersive experience. The improvements in graphics were particularly appreciated, indicating a positive trend for the series.
- “I really like the graphics of this game and how in order to progress in the computer game, during which you play as Nancy Drew, you are trying to figure out the nature of the crime by being a sleuth.”
- “The graphics are high quality, every character is memorable and interesting, and the story is engrossing, throwing twists and turns that drew me deeper.”
- “Good storyline, good characters, great graphics.”
- “The graphics felt slightly off, but that is probably because I'm more used to less bright indie games.”
- “It just ended in a puzzle, without much story or character, or visuals.”
- “I had an issue with the graphics, but it wasn't anything I couldn't play through.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beauty and immersive qualities, effectively enhancing the sense of adventure and danger, particularly in key story moments. While some find certain elements, like translating hieroglyphics, tedious, many appreciate how these details contribute to the overall depth and setting of the Egyptian tomb. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making exploration enjoyable and engaging.
- “I can see why some people find translating the hieroglyphics to be tedious, but I quite enjoy it and it adds depth to the atmosphere that you are in an Egyptian tomb.”
- “The atmosphere is beautiful and fun to explore, and it feels more like an adventure game than most Nancy Drew games.”
- “One part of the story and atmosphere did shine, however, where I got such an intense sense of mounting danger, with no one around but the current revelations so threatening that I was convinced that Nancy was about to die.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the atmosphere and aligning with the Egyptian historical theme, though some users noted instances of insensitivity in certain elements. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's design and puzzle experience.
- “Loved the Egyptian history, the music, and the game design.”
- “The puzzles are fun and the music/atmosphere are perfect for the setting.”
- “The music was a bit insensitive and there were some offensive photos/costumes in some of the documents.”
grinding
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Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find the task of translating hieroglyphics and remembering tunnel layouts tedious, others appreciate it for adding depth to the immersive atmosphere of the Egyptian tomb setting. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable for both adults and kids, despite some dialogue feeling repetitive.
- “Remembering what is in which tunnel can get tedious.”
- “This game is enjoyable for adults as well as kids, although some of the dialogue is a bit tedious.”
character development
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The character development in the game is highly praised, with users noting the effective interactive branching and thoughtful character design that enhances the overall experience.
- “Great character development.”
- “Her interactive branching with their character design is a fact much appreciated by the game, and by me.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while Nancy's quirky kleptomaniac tendencies and some NPCs deliver genuinely funny moments, attempts at addressing colonialism through jokes often miss the mark, leaving players questioning the appropriateness of the humor in the context. Overall, the dialogue can be entertaining, but the execution of certain comedic elements feels awkward.
- “Nancy is back with her hammy dialogue and some of the NPCs are downright hilarious.”
- “The setting is... a choice, it's a nitpick but they try to crack jokes about colonialism - bad, but they kinda fall flat as Nancy goes around an archaeological site and just pockets things and messes with ancient artifacts. Nancy being a klepto is usually funny and a harmless character trait, but this time it's just weird, like why is she here?”
gameplay
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The gameplay received mixed feedback, with players finding it enjoyable overall but critiquing the puzzles for being confusing and unclear. The storyline was considered average, contributing to a gameplay rating of 5.5/10.
emotional
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The emotional impact of the dialogue is inconsistent, with some characters delivering more compelling and resonant lines than others, leading to a lack of depth in certain interactions.

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Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme.

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen was released on May 16, 2012.

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen was developed by HeR Interactive.

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is a single player game.

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