Voodoo Whisperer Curse of a Legend

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In "Voodoo Whisperer: Curse of a Legend" , players assume the role of Lillian, a voodoo priestess in training, who must save her mentor and the town of New Orleans from a dark curse. With a focus on dark magic and intense atmosphere, Lillian must use her powers to uncover the secrets of voodoo and lift the curse before it's too late. The game features incredible graphics and an immersive storyline for a thrilling adventure.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

Voodoo Whisperer Curse of a Legend screenshot

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews

story38 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a unique and intriguing storyline set in a dark, atmospheric version of 19th-century New Orleans, which adds to the overall experience.
The hidden object scenes and potion-making mechanics are enjoyable and provide a fun challenge, with a helpful hint system to assist players.
The graphics are well-done for the time, creating a visually appealing environment that enhances the spooky vibe of the game.

The game ends abruptly with a 'To Be Continued...' message, leaving players without closure and no indication of a sequel, which is disappointing.
Many hidden objects are difficult to find due to poor visibility and blending with the background, making gameplay frustrating at times.
The gameplay can feel tedious with excessive backtracking and repetitive puzzles, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the experience.

story
128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
64%
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The game's story is described as intriguing and engaging, with a unique premise centered around voodoo in New Orleans, but it ultimately feels rushed and incomplete, ending abruptly with a "to be continued." Many players express disappointment over the lack of resolution and the absence of a sequel, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the atmosphere and potential of the narrative, others find it predictable and lacking depth, leading to mixed feelings about its execution.
- “In addition to these aspects, I found the story to be intriguing and very engaging, and I wanted to learn more as I went along.”
- “The storyline was unique and interesting.”
- “This game has a great story that pulls you in, a great atmosphere that gives some genuine chills, some well-done puzzles, and the objects that you need to find to use to progress make sense.”
- “I can’t lie and say that it isn’t disappointing, as the story had so much more potential.”
- “The game is of average length for a hidden object game but ends abruptly with a 'to be continued,' and there's no sign of a sequel yet, so you don't even get a conclusion to the story.”
- “I wish I could give this game a stronger recommendation based on the plot alone, but the way the game ends on a huge cliffhanger with no sequel currently available prevents me from doing so.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
74%
9%
The gameplay features standard hidden object mechanics complemented by spell and crafting systems, which some players found refreshing but not groundbreaking. While the game offers a variety of tasks and exploration opportunities, many reviewers noted that the puzzles are simplistic and the overall experience feels lacking in depth and content. The interface and mechanics are familiar, leading to a mixed reception regarding engagement and challenge.
- “Although the basic interface and gameplay is the same as most hidden object games, I found the grimoire and mortar system for recipes/potions and the magic system to be a refreshing change from the usual fare.”
- “Gameplay is fun and challenging, with lots of stuff to do and explore.”
- “The main focus of the gameplay is the hidden object scenes, where you have to clear out a small list of items from a messy scene, ultimately rewarding you with keys or ingredients you need.”
- “The gameplay, however, is subpar.”
- “There are some puzzles too, but they are usually very short and very easy, and the exploration is a little too straightforward to be called gameplay.”
- “It's pretty, but the gameplay just doesn't work with the story.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
34%
9%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, showcasing good detail and a consistent art style that enhances the atmosphere, particularly in hidden object scenes. However, some players noted that the spiderweb-like texture can obscure objects, making them difficult to find at times. Overall, while the graphics may not be the best in the genre, they are considered above average and contribute positively to the game's experience.
- “The art style is much more grim and dark and has a great atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are outstanding, including the hidden object scenes.”
- “The art style had a consistent expertise that is often missing from hidden object games.”
- “Compared to other hidden object adventure games, this one felt slightly different, especially in terms of the graphics, but I don’t know if that’s due to the game's age.”
- “Graphics make the objects hard to find at times.”
- “But otherwise, graphics are correct, soundtrack is correct and while you're in the end always doing voodoo dolls to free people, you're acquiring spells that help you to advance (and there, you have suddenly hints for when to use them).”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its grim and dark art style, which effectively creates a creepy and immersive experience. The music enhances this atmosphere, contributing to the overall intrigue and chills that players feel throughout the game. Reviewers appreciate how the atmosphere complements the engaging plot and well-executed hidden object scenes.
- “The art style is much more grim and dark and has a great atmosphere.”
- “This game has a great story that pulls you in, a great atmosphere that gives some genuine chills, some well done puzzles and the objects that you need to find to use to progress make sense.”
- “+ creepy atmosphere.”
- “Music supported this atmosphere.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The music in the game is generally described as fitting the theme and supporting the atmosphere, though it can be overly loud and dramatic at times, even at lower settings. While the soundtrack is considered acceptable, it does not stand out significantly, and the voice acting is deemed decent. Overall, the audio elements contribute to the experience but may be overwhelming for some players.
- “Music supported this atmosphere.”
- “The music and sound effects fit the theme well, and the story, while nothing special, is enough to keep you playing.”
- “The soundtrack is correct and enhances the overall experience.”
- “Voice acting was decent, music and sounds were just really loud even at lower settings.”
- “The music is ok, if overly dramatic most of the time.”
- “But otherwise, graphics are correct, soundtrack is correct and while you're in the end always doing voodoo dolls to free people, you're acquiring spells that help you to advance (and there, you have suddenly hints for when to use them).”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the reliance on the magnifying glass to locate objects, which can make the experience feel repetitive and laborious.
- “However, playing it often felt tedious.”
- “The game clearly wanted you to use the magnifying glass they provided to find those objects, but again it just seems tedious.”
- “However, playing it often felt tedious.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for featuring poorly designed puzzles and frustrating pixel hunts, contributing to an overall lackluster experience.
- “An unremarkable hog with a bland story, a few irritating pixel hunts, and a couple of nonsensical or badly optimized puzzles.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lackluster story and absence of voice acting, which detracts from the overall emotional engagement and immersion.
- “Boring story and missing some voice acting in the game.”
- “Boring story and missing some voice acting in the game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly highlighting the amusing animations and engaging storyline that contribute to an enjoyable experience while searching for items.
- “I found myself laughing at the animation and story throughout the game, and I enjoyed looking for the items.”