True Reporter. Mystery of Mistwood
- November 24, 2023
- GameXP.com
Get on SteamSix months have passed since the car accident that led to the mysterious disappearance of Charlie Goodman... His fiancee Betty Hope, who was with him in the car, is gradually recovering and returning to the beloved work of a famous criminal journalist. Ahead of her is one of the main investigations of her whole life – the search for the groom who disappeared without a trace under mysterious circ…
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Reviews
- The game features a frustrating energy system and microtransactions that hinder gameplay.
- There are long, unskippable cutscenes and conversations that do not impact the gameplay.
- The game suffers from poor translations and asset reuse, leading to repetitive and generic experiences.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Gameplay is criticized for being bogged down by excessive monetization, slow transitions, and unskippable cutscenes that detract from the core find-the-object experience, leading to frustration among players.
“I like find-the-object games, but I can no longer stand the hyper-greedy versions or the ones like this that have very slow transitions, forced clips in between games, and long meaningless conversations that cannot be affected or skipped, which do not impact the actual gameplay.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks any real challenge, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the controls to be unresponsive and frustrating, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing while others feel it falls short, resulting in mixed reviews overall.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”
“The comedic timing in this game is perfect, adding a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered unengaging by some players, who prioritize gameplay mechanics over narrative. However, the introduction of energy systems and microtransactions detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration among users.
“I love the 'find the item' style games, but I couldn't care less about the story you're trying to tell. However, I was willing to play it until I came across the whole 'energy' and microtransactions part.”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
