- May 19, 2017
- Holdbrand Ltd
- 2h median play time
The Great Gatsby: Secret Treasure
Platforms
About
In "The Great Gatsby: Secret Treasure" , you play as Judy, a talented architect tasked with restoring Gatsby Mansion. However, Gatsby's criminal past derails your plans when you become entangled in a kidnapper's scheme to find his hidden treasure. Solve puzzles and hidden object scenes while uncovering the mysteries of Gatsby's past and his devoted love in this adventurous game.










- The game features good graphics and an intriguing story that connects well with the themes of The Great Gatsby.
- The hidden object scenes are well-designed, with a mix of easy and challenging items to find, making it enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned players.
- The music and voice acting are decent, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 2 to 3 hours, which may leave players wanting more.
- There are significant issues with backtracking and long loading times between locations, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- The achievement system, particularly for 'Expert Mode', is frustratingly unclear and can lead to players missing out on achievements due to uncommunicated requirements.
- story45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The game's story, inspired by "The Great Gatsby," is generally seen as intriguing yet predictable, with many players noting its brevity and convenience-based plot connections to the original novel. While the atmosphere and art are praised, the narrative is often described as shallow and lacking depth, particularly for those familiar with the source material. Overall, it offers an enjoyable experience for fans of the book, but may not captivate those seeking a gripping or complex storyline.
“The game starts with and summarizes much of the novel by referencing the key plot points through monologues as well as the flashback sequences brought by the timepiece mechanic.”
“Very nice adventure, the puzzles are interesting and the story is captivating; too bad it is short.”
“A hidden object game, find the objects, solve the puzzles, the voice acting and art are well done, and the story is interesting, which is just about all you could ask for in this type of game.”
“The plot is mainly convenience based, as the devs try to connect their modern plot line with the events of the novel.”
“The only thing that disappointed me was the whole plot of the story.”
“Story is very shallow and predictable.”