PuppetShow: Mystery of Joyville

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Explore the abandoned puppet show in Joyville and solve nefarious puzzles to find the missing boy, Simon, in "PuppetShow: Mystery of Joyville." Immerse yourself in a beautiful world filled with hidden clues and dark secrets, as you uncover the mystery behind the town's ominous past.

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Play Modes

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

PuppetShow: Mystery of Joyville screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story4 positive mentions

The game offers a fun and nostalgic experience, reminiscent of childhood gaming days.
It features a colorful aesthetic and excellent graphics, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
The hidden object scenes are engaging and straightforward, providing a refreshing break from modern twists in the genre.

The game is very short, with a playtime of around 2 to 2.5 hours, leaving players wanting more.
There is a lack of a journal or map, which can make navigation a bit challenging.
The puzzles are relatively easy, which may not satisfy players looking for a more challenging experience.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its intriguing plot and colorful presentation, despite some cheesy elements due to its age. Players appreciate the scattered narrative pieces that enhance the overall experience, making the story compelling, especially towards the end. The combination of a twisted storyline and appealing graphics leaves players eager for future installments.
- “This game is a brilliant point-and-click adventure game with an interesting plot line to go with it.”
- “Never have I seen such a colorful palette for such a creepy story.”
- “We have no journal, and will instead find small pieces of the story scattered about the town.”
- “The game is ho-heavy, and will take maybe 2.5 hours to complete but I definitely recommend starting the series here to learn the whole sordid story.”
- “Be sure to read every scrap you find, as the full story is what makes the game compelling (especially towards the end)!”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and complements the overall experience, although some users note that the limited number of repeated scores may detract from variety. Additionally, the game offers customizable audio settings, enhancing user control over the sound experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is great, the riddles are fun, the plot is cool.”
- “I really love the art and the music.”
- “Options include separate sliders for music and sound, plus full-screen and custom cursor.”
- “There are only a few music scores that are all repeated, but I guess, considering the game length, that's not a huge deal.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their excellent quality, featuring beautiful and creepy aesthetics that enhance the game's twisted narrative. The character models are also noted for their appeal, contributing to the overall visual experience.
- “The quality of graphics is excellent.”
- “The creepy aesthetics are beautiful.”
- “Add to that an interesting and twisted story along with some lovely graphics and character models.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a repetitive movement between hogs, interspersed with simple puzzles that aim to alleviate monotony, though many players find the overall experience can still feel tedious. Despite its creepy and grotesque elements, some appreciate the mechanical aspects of the game.
- “The gameplay consists of moving from hog to hog with a simple type of different puzzle breaking up the monotony.”
- “Although it is creepy and gross at times, I like the mechanical side of it.”
- “The gameplay consists of moving from hog to hog with a simple type of different puzzle breaking up the monotony, and unfortunately, the game can get monotonous.”