New York Mysteries 2

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"New York Mysteries 2" is an adventure game with an interesting plot that revolves around a dangerous criminal surrounded by lightning. Players will experience ingenious gameplay and compelling visuals as they unravel the mysterious tale. With a focus on puzzles and investigations, this game will keep you engaged and intrigued from start to finish.

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Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,136 reviews

story171 positive mentions

monetization38 negative mentions

The game features a challenging and engaging storyline that keeps players invested.
Puzzles are well-designed, offering a good mix of difficulty that encourages critical thinking.
The graphics and visuals are impressive, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

The hint system can be less helpful at times, often pointing players to previous scenes without clear guidance.
Some puzzles may have bugs or glitches that prevent progress, leading to frustration.
The map can be difficult to navigate, making it hard to remember where to go next.

story
229 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
24%
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The game's story is frequently praised for its engaging and intriguing narrative, often complemented by stunning graphics and well-designed puzzles. While many players find the storyline captivating and immersive, some express frustration with certain puzzle mechanics that can hinder progress. Overall, the combination of a compelling plot and visually appealing elements makes it a standout experience for fans of the genre.
- “As always, Five-BN games has delivered another addictive and challenging game with a great storyline and visually stunning worlds to explore.”
- “Great storyline and mini-games complement each other nicely to keep you engrossed in the game for hours of puzzling adventure!”
- “The story is intriguing, and the gameplay is interesting, making it a thrilling experience.”
- “The puzzles are ok, but the amount of times I am stuck because of missing items to forward the story is just too much.”
- “The story is mediocre but the gameplay is fun.”
- “The storyline isn't steady.”
graphics
144 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
13%
2%
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, clarity, and artistic quality. Players appreciate the seamless integration of visuals with the storyline and gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted minor issues, such as visibility challenges on mobile devices and confusion caused by certain visual effects.
- “Amazing graphics and clarity of design.”
- “Once again, those hand-drawn graphics are gorgeous.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the storyline is very intriguing.”
- “My only problem, since I'm playing on my phone, is that periodically, the puzzles will assume you can see the artwork more clearly than you really can.”
- “The graphic is so well done.”
- “Smooth graphics, great storyline, a real blast to play.”
monetization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
1%
57%
Overall, players appreciate the minimal presence of ads in the game, often noting that there are no intrusive advertisements, which enhances the gameplay experience. Many users highlight the option to watch ads for hints or coins as a fair alternative, emphasizing that spending money is not necessary to enjoy the game fully. The consensus is that the monetization model is user-friendly, allowing for a seamless experience without the typical ad bombardment found in many mobile games.
- “I love that some puzzles are complex and I like that there are no ads, only in-game purchases for help if you need them.”
- “Good graphics and storyline, puzzles that aren't too hard or easy, no ads or energy ruining the game.”
- “Love this game, finally puzzles without stamina that make some kind of sense without the aggressive use of microtransactions!”
- “I had to watch 10 ads to have the computer do it...because it wouldn't work.”
- “Only took away stars because some of the puzzles glitched and I had to watch a bunch of ads to skip them.”
- “I'm knocking off a star because this game seems to have issues with the ads.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
12%
12%
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its intelligence, entertainment value, and smooth mechanics, often complemented by impressive graphics and engaging puzzles. Many players appreciate the blend of supernatural elements with traditional gameplay, while some express a desire for more personalization options. Despite mixed feelings about the story, the gameplay consistently stands out as a highlight, making for an enjoyable and addictive experience.
- “From the animation to the puzzles and the gameplay, everything never ceases to amaze me.”
- “The gameplay is intelligent and fun.”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, really realistic.”
- “I found I had to really keep track of the gameplay as sometimes, you have to go back to a place or scene in the game that happened quite some time back to progress further.”
- “From the animation to the puzzle and the gameplay, everything never ceases to amaze me.”
- “Excellent gameplay, love the storyline and searching for clues.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
9%
64%
Overall, user feedback on stability is mixed; while some players report no glitches or freezing issues, others express frustration with frequent bugs and touch screen problems. A few users highlight that despite these issues, they find the game engaging and enjoyable.
- “No glitches so far, and I can actually figure out most of the puzzles.”
- “No glitches and very engaging.”
- “Great game, and so far no glitches.”
- “I wish developers could fix the glitches for Android mobile.”
- “I never rated any game before, but seeing all the comments about some glitches just makes me angry.”
- “The game freezes at times, and I wish you could zoom in farther, but those are the only negative things I could say.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its ability to enhance the overall experience alongside the engaging storyline and impressive graphics. The score and sound effects contribute significantly to the excitement and immersion of the gameplay.
- “The graphics are great, and the music and sound effects make for an exciting experience.”
- “Interesting puzzles, best music, awesome graphics.”
- “I love the storyline, the art, the music score, and the voiceovers!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by high-quality graphics and well-placed interstitial videos, creating an immersive experience that captures a compelling secret agent vibe.
- “The graphics are good, and the videos in-between perfectly enhance the game's atmosphere.”
- “I really enjoyed the secret agent atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to excessive back-and-forth navigation, compounded by a confusing map with small, hard-to-read visuals on mobile devices.
- “Sometimes it's a lot of back and forth, and it can get tedious. The map is confusing with its tiny pictures that are hard to read on mobile.”
- “The grinding feels endless, and the rewards just aren't worth the time invested.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a heartbreaking storyline that resonates deeply with players, evoking strong feelings and connections to the narrative.
- “But nonetheless, it has a rather heartbreaking storyline.”