The Fog: Trap for Moths

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"The Fog: Trap for Moths" is a point-and-click mystery adventure game. You play as a detective investigating a series of disappearances in a small town shrouded in fog. Interrogate suspects, search for clues, and solve puzzles to uncover the truth behind the strange events. With multiple endings, your decisions impact the outcome of the story.

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story20 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game features a captivating storyline with interesting ideas behind the plot, including themes of military experiments and soul preservation.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-executed, providing a creepy and immersive experience, complemented by fitting music.
Puzzles and hidden object scenes are cleverly designed, offering a decent challenge and engaging gameplay throughout.

The plot is often criticized as nonsensical and lacking depth, with an abrupt ending that leaves many questions unanswered.
The game suffers from poor map design and a lack of fast travel, leading to frustrating backtracking and navigation issues.
Some players experienced game-breaking bugs and found the overall gameplay to be repetitive and lacking in unique mechanics.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
54%
6%
The story of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it average and nonsensical, while others appreciate its engaging elements and spooky atmosphere. Many noted that the narrative unfolds nicely, but it often requires players to pay close attention to details, such as journal entries, to fully grasp the plot. Overall, while the story has its merits, it is often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and lacks depth in certain areas, leaving some players wanting more.
- “The story unfolds nicely, though I wish we uncovered a bit more about what exactly the creepy ruins were about.”
- “I don't understand why this game has 'mixed' reviews; I think it's a good one with an interesting story perfect when you're in the mood for something spooky!”
- “This game features a great storyline, beautiful locations, and interactions that require thought and purpose, all of which make for a challenging, yet engaging experience.”
- “The plot is pretty nonsensical, and I just played my way through the game trying not to worry about the plot.”
- “The story is almost not present; there aren't any animations other than the introduction and the very quick ending scene.”
- “The story couldn't be dumber; you could pretty much wrap any other around it.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
36%
7%
The graphics are generally described as good, with excellent artwork that effectively creates a creepy atmosphere through disturbing imagery, though not overly gory. While some reviewers noted that the graphics are on par with other games in the genre, others felt that they could be improved, especially in comparison to better-executed titles. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's ambiance but may not stand out significantly.
- “It was creepy, and the visuals were good.”
- “The quality of artwork was excellent.”
- “The story is interesting and the graphics are good.”
- “This kind of game has been done better, with a more moving storyline, better graphics, and interactive maps.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The music in the game is generally praised for its creepy and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall dark theme. However, some players note that it can become repetitive, though it can be adjusted in volume. Overall, it effectively complements the game's ambiance, particularly for fans of eerie soundscapes.
- “The music is good and quite creepy, and overall the game is wonderfully creepy.”
- “Puzzles are a little too easy for my liking, but the hog scenes are fantastic and the atmosphere & music are spot on if you like dark stuff.”
- “- fitting atmospheric music;”
- “The music can get repetitive, but it's easy to turn down.”
- “- only one music.”
- “- fitting atmospheric music.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
13%
13%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its dark and disturbing imagery, complemented by fitting music that enhances the overall experience. While some users find the puzzles too easy, the atmospheric locations and haunting visuals create a compelling environment for fans of darker themes.
- “Puzzles are a little too easy for my liking, but the hidden object scenes are fantastic and the atmosphere & music are spot on if you like dark themes.”
- “Fitting atmospheric music enhances the overall experience.”
- “The artwork has a lot of blood splashed around and disturbing imagery for atmosphere, but doesn't cross over into gory stuff.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is criticized for being frustrating and lacking originality, with no unique mechanics to enhance the experience. Additionally, the overall mood and theme detract from the enjoyment, making it a disappointing entry in the hidden object adventure genre.
- “If you can get past the gameplay being the most annoying possible version of itself, the mood and theme are crap too.”
- “The art was pretty standard for a hidden object adventure game, and there were no outstanding unique mechanics.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that the emotional impact of the game is lacking compared to other titles, specifically mentioning the Nevertales series as a more emotionally resonant option.