Midnight Mysteries Reviews

This game dragged for me; it is almost entirely hidden object, with few puzzles. The puzzles it does have are very easy, and feel jarring when compared to the random things the game wants you to do (ie, use the objects you pick up in some manner, which is not always apparent) and the difficulty of some of the hidden objects. In one hidden object search, an item was so buried that i still could not see it even after i had the raven point it out. O.o I hear that the later games in the series are much improved, so i might check those out. But overall, i would have preferred less frustrating hidden objects and more difficult puzzles.

[h2] Solve the Death of the Master of the Macabre! [/h2] “[i]Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,[/i]” begins [i]The Raven[/i], a story that sees a distraught man lamenting the loss of his lover, Lenore, receive a visit from a mysterious raven late at night. Just like the story, this game begins with the quote and a raven visiting us. He taps on our balcony door, leading us to meet the spirit of Edgar Allan Poe, the master of the macabre. Poe tasks us with helping to solve the mystery surrounding his death to set him free, which will help us with our case of writer’s block. The game will take players from his final resting place through some of his famous works like [i]The Gold Bug[/i], [i]The Mystery of Marie Rogêt[/i], and others in our quest to his mysterious demise. Who killed Poe, and why? It’s up to us to solve this mystery and learn the truth of what happened to one of the greatest writers to ever live. As a fan of Edgar Allan Poe’s works, I knew I had to check this game out, and what a perfect time to do so. One aspect of his life that has always been interesting is the mystery surrounding his disappearance, reappearance, and eventual death. This game explores that aspect, utilizing and incorporating a few popular theories (Elmira Royster’s brothers being involved, a man named Reynolds, etc.) I think it uses these theories well, creating a unique and intriguing story that kept me engaged as I played. While the game is slightly older and simple, I still found it to be very atmospheric and fun. I do agree with other reviews that this is a relaxing type of experience. To add to this, the hidden object scenes aren’t too tricky, but there were some where I found myself having to get closer to my screen. If you can overlook the dated graphics, simplicity, and lower-resolution issues mentioned in other reviews, I think players will have a good time. This was so much fun that I can't wait to check out the other [i]Midnight Mysteries[/i] installments! [h1] 4 out of 5 ★★★★☆! [/h1]

Midnight Mysteries is decent if you're looking for something very light to play. The game is relaxing. There's no time limit on anything. The game gives you the option of finding objects for you if it gets too tough. It took around four hours to beat. The later entries in the series offer a little more complex game play, but they're all still easy and enjoyable.

I love mysteries and I have enjoyed a few mystery games, but I've never really tried out hidden object puzzle games before. This was a nice blend of a mystery with hidden object puzzles. As others have said, it was not difficult and it was impossible to get stuck. Personally, I enjoyed this, as I'm new to the genre. I am currently playing through the second game (Salem Witch Trials), and I've gotten stuck several times. Perhaps that means this game is too easy, but I enjoyed it because I also really enjoyed seeing how the various stories played out and how the different items actually became real clues to the mystery or integrated into the plot. It was very immersive and addictive: I played through the whole thing in one sitting!

Pretty simplistic HOG with good production values and nice music make it a worth while play, just don't expect complex puzzles or an extreme challenge. Takes 5 or 6 hours playing casually. Recommended.

Was playing thuis game and it quit working. Tried verifying and then tried reloading still not working . It and the other games of this set all quit. I wasted my money please don't do the sasme thing.

Typical hidden object game with a light hearted ghostly theme. No choices to make and the hint mechanism means you will not be stuck on any level for long. Familiarity with Poe and his stories will enhance your enjoyment of the game, but are not necessary to complete.

Good search adventure. Works with touch screen, but sometimes using "tools" is best left to touch pad or mouse. If the Steam version does not work on your system contact Mumbo Jumbo and get the non-steam version.

Midnight Mysteries: The Edgar Allen Poe Conspiracy developed and published by MumboJumbo is the first or 4 (at the time of writing this review 1/26/2023) and it takes a look at 3 somewhat interconnected stories from Edgar Allen Poe in which you are a young writer trying to vindicate Poe from a fate worse than death. Each story provides several hunt and pecks we all know from HOB's everywhere as well as several puzzles which help o provide you clues to crimes so to speak. Each scene looks great and the same stands the tests of time as well, I not to sure I will replay this one or not, its fun, but is doesn't really have the grab for me personally to want to play it over and over. All in all a good game and worth playing through at least once.

ENG (wersja polska niżej) This game is a clear case of a brain plug and like every other plug, it should be used to block something: in this particular situation: your brain. Let me explain: one should play a game like this whenever there is too much to think late at night or after work, finding item after item is monotonous and repetitive like digging with a shovel and that’s exactly how I like my hidden object games. And hey! It’s Edgar Allan Poe – it goes great with the whiskey. It might be surprising that – while the game is only about 300 megs of data – the art is more than solid. The gameplay is exactly what you should expect from a game like that: solve a puzzle here, talk with a lost soul there, find a pickaxe, a cucumber, 2 ribbons, 3 nails and a chinchilla elsewhere. And don’t expect that the story will progress without that chinchilla. Yes, there is a story good enough not to skip (although such option is provided) – or maybe, I was looking for the Poe references? While it is a solid game, I believe the price tag is set to high. I recommend getting it 75% off and in a pack with the 3 remaining installments of the series which, I must say, are more polished and the adventure – hidden object aspects of these games are better balanced. Edgar Allan’s Mystery is also pretty short – about 3 hours. Is there any reason to return to it later? “Nevermore.” PL Seria “Midnight Mysteries” sprawdza się idealnie jako zapychacz mózgu. Dokładnie tak: odnajdowanie konkretnego przedmiotu, potem jeszcze jednego, następnego i tak zapętlone w kółko działa jak przerzucanie ziemi szpadlem – totalnie wyłącza myślenie, i tego właśnie oczękuję od hidden objectów w które gram. Świetne kiedy późno w nocy ma się za dużo rzeczy o których nie ma się ochoty myśleć, albo po paskudnym dniu w pracy. Poza tym to Edgar Allan Poe co automatycznie sprawia że gra świetnie wchodzi z whisky. Ciekawe że zajmując niecałe 300mb Tajemnica Edgara Allana Poe wygląda naprawdę nieźle. Gra się w to dokładnie tak jak należało by się spodziewać: tu rozwalasz jakąś zagadkę, tam rozmawiasz z duchem, gdzieś indziej odnajdujesz szpadel, ogórek, trzy spinki, dwie kokardki i szynszyla. I nie oczekuj, że historia gry ruszy dalej bez tego szynszyla. A co do historii – jest, nawet na tyle dobra żeby nie przeklikiwać (jest opcja przeskakiwania scenek) większości tekstu. A może tylko szukałem nawiązań do twórczości Poego ? Podsumowując: Pierwsza odsłona serii jest całkiem solidna – choć 9 euro to jednak za dużo. Najlepiej kupić za -75% w paczce z pozostałymi 3 częściami które, trzeba powiedzieć, są lepiej dopracowane i zbalansowane. Tajemnica Edgara Allana jest też krótka – 3 godziny i po wszystkim. Czy jest po co wracać do gry po ukończeniu wątku fabularnego ? "Nevermore!", zakracze Kruk.