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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Another great thriller of the series, as good as the other two.

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

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fromSP, Brasil

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Christine, -prettier and more charming than in previous- needs help to save Viggo, who was kidnapped by a mysterious masked man.
Very good storyline that leaves you wanting to know what will happen to the lovers.
The graphics are extremely well made, and the voice over is excellent, especially the voice of the masked man, which is ironic and macabre. Don't skip to not lose something special ! ...Show more

Christine, -prettier and more charming than in previous- needs help to save Viggo, who was kidnapped by a mysterious masked man.
Very good storyline that leaves you wanting to know what will happen to the lovers.
The graphics are extremely well made, and the voice over is excellent, especially the voice of the masked man, which is ironic and macabre. Don't skip to not lose something special ! Really worth !!
Superior atmosphere with immersive sound !
Many outstanding locations, with many things to do, like find and keep utilities required to go ahead.
Several interactive HOS with good level of challenging, and many puzzles - more challenging than HOS, and different from usual. You can choose from three difficulty levels.
As in the others NM, you have a journal which contains map, tasks, clues and, one more time, place to store and listen to the tapes that you must find.
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I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Excellent Game (Third in the Series), Relaxing Challenge and Fun

PostedJanuary 29, 2012

naokiyukimura

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Card & Board, Puzzle, Mahjong

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Pro: graphics (artwork), decent voice-overs, decent length and a clever mix of inventory and regular puzzles, fun/entertaining
Con: graphics (distorted font/grainy graphics on larger screens), puzzles aren’t very challenging, newcomers to the series might find it hard to connect with the story/characters if they haven’t played the previous games

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Pro: graphics (artwork), decent voice-overs, decent length and a clever mix of inventory and regular puzzles, fun/entertaining
Con: graphics (distorted font/grainy graphics on larger screens), puzzles aren’t very challenging, newcomers to the series might find it hard to connect with the story/characters if they haven’t played the previous games

While this game is the third installed in the series, you do not need to have played the others to understand the story. The game does well to remember this, and drops little clues about who these characters are and lightly touches on what happened up until now. While it may be confusing, this game is worth playing. The other two games can be totally played as stand-alone games, so this follows along that path.

The dialog/voice-overs are decent, and I believe they are the actors who voiced the previous game, Asylum Conspiracy. Christine and Viggo may look a little different, but having the same voice actors helps to keep them grounded in the ever changing (and jumping) story lines.

This game has three modes of play: easy, medium and hard/expert. The first two deal with game-sparkles and hint button recharges. Expert you have no sparkles and no hints. I played on expert mode and didn't skip any puzzles (although I found which two I needed the built-in SG).

This game is based off of a mix of inventory-based and normal puzzles ranging in challenge from moderate to easy (the regular puzzles lean on the "easy" side). HOG scenes are only visited two to three times and are randomized. The map is also extremely helpful in that it points out active areas (no fast travel, but I'm not complaining).

Graphics: Trouble arrives when played on LARGE screens via full-screen. My 1440x900 played it perfectly, but my 2048x1152 distorted the font and graphics.

The bonus chapter: its short, but don't let its length fool you. It has some tricky inventory puzzles and is a well crafted addition to the main game. While the default game ending isn’t bad, it leaves you wanting more, and that’s just what this bonus chapter provides. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

71 of 82 found this review helpful

Amazing game

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

casualcraze

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

This is another amazing game from Vast Studios, the creators of Shattered Minds and Cursed memories. this is the third installment of the Nightfall Mysteries series. the previous two games were Asylum conspiracy and Curse of the opera both of which were great titles.

This again is an amazing game with superb sharp graphics. the HOs are bright and easy to see. the music and voice acting are top ...Show more

This is another amazing game from Vast Studios, the creators of Shattered Minds and Cursed memories. this is the third installment of the Nightfall Mysteries series. the previous two games were Asylum conspiracy and Curse of the opera both of which were great titles.

This again is an amazing game with superb sharp graphics. the HOs are bright and easy to see. the music and voice acting are top notch. it's a very long game too. it took me around 5 to 6 hours to complete it. can't wait for the next one. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

120 of 146 found this review helpful

Good, Relaxing, Challenging and not really scary

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I must say I rather liked 90 % of what I saw and played during the 1 hour demo of this new release from the canadian developers [in Ontario} who made Masquerade [which I enjoyed very much], Asylum Conspiracy, Agony Creek [which I also liked], Curse of the Opera and Nightmare at Sea.
Masquerade remains their best work so far, while Black Heart is a definite improvement on the others. It would seem ...Show more

I must say I rather liked 90 % of what I saw and played during the 1 hour demo of this new release from the canadian developers [in Ontario} who made Masquerade [which I enjoyed very much], Asylum Conspiracy, Agony Creek [which I also liked], Curse of the Opera and Nightmare at Sea.
Masquerade remains their best work so far, while Black Heart is a definite improvement on the others. It would seem the developers took into account the opinion of their audience via the various reviews on BFG and elsewhere.
The structure of the game is identical to that of all new latest releases, which has now become a standard.
It's a blend of HOG and Adventure, with Puzzles and minigames. I suggest we call this type of game "HOPAG".... LOL...
The graphics are fair, pleasant, well designed, nicely colored, though not sumptuous, the HO Scenes rather tidy and interactive, the HOs and useful items easy to spot, the adventure straightforward without too much bouncing from one location to another and the puzzles quite interesting, some being the usual classics, others a bit different and a few challenging enough to require good use of one's brain cells and logic. Puzzles and minigames can be skipped.
Of course, the HO Scenes still contain items irrelevant to the context, like a shark or galoshes but, on the one hand they are visible [quite an improvement], on the other, Hints, like the Skip button, re-up at warp speed on Casual.
In addition you pick up Collectibles that unlock extra bonuses.
5 chapters for the main game plus a Bonus Chapter for the CE, a SG of 59 pages, should ensure long playtime and the extras replayability of the puzzles.
3 modes of gameplay, ranging from easy to hard.
I appreciated the possibility of perusing the whole SG including the Bonus Chapter. At least the developers had the good idea to offer us complete transparency, much to their credit.
The 10 % I didn't like concern the music which is soft but boring and the voice-over which tends to narrate the text too fast and doesn't sound very natural.
Intro and cutscenes are simple. I didn't see a widescreen option.
And, naturally, you are greeted by the usual crow [the same one that haunts almost every game] at the start of the game. Don't be too surprised either to encounter also a couple of skeletons here and there [they probably are so bored that they migrate from one game to another].
The storyline is just as traditional as the rest, interesting and it seems to unfold well.
I am not sure the conclusion at the end of Chapter 5 will be entirely satisfactory; the Bonus Chapter provides a better and more natural close-off.
I think a 4.5 rating [rounded up to 5] is fair and I would recommend the Collector's Edition. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

46 of 53 found this review helpful

Mezmerizing

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

wiscmax

fromSt. Louis, MO

Skill Level:Beginner

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I was so caught up in the game that I lost track of time...so I bought it. I loved everything about it - the graphics are very well done and beautiful, the story flows smoothly, and the mini games are new.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

61 of 75 found this review helpful

i Wish i could it 10 STarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

frenchie55

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

everything about this game is a winner to me! the Intro hidden games the music ;minniegames all great graphics great. By far this month this is the game for the New Year2012 . Great job BG you you didi it agan. Frenchie55!

+47points

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5 / 5

14 of 15 found this review helpful

good fun game

PostedMay 9, 2013

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Great long game. Easy to keep up with and the puzzles are not that hard to understand and complete. The HO can be a challenge because they did a great job of hiding them which is a good challenge. The hint button recharges fast. If you get lost the book has a page for areas to go to to find items. Great game will play again.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Nightfall Mysteries: Black Heart Collector's Edition

PostedJanuary 26, 2012

elijah5

fromHenderson, NV

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Arcade & Action, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

After playing if for the trial period, I must say that I was intrigued by the game and enjoyed playing it very much. Graphics are good, sound quality is okay. Voice overs are okay as well. I have the other games that go with this series and enjoyed them as well, but I like this one much better. This is a must buy for me!! I was so wrapped up in the game that before I knew it my trial period was ...Show more

After playing if for the trial period, I must say that I was intrigued by the game and enjoyed playing it very much. Graphics are good, sound quality is okay. Voice overs are okay as well. I have the other games that go with this series and enjoyed them as well, but I like this one much better. This is a must buy for me!! I was so wrapped up in the game that before I knew it my trial period was up. On my way to purchase. Enjoy everyone. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

5 of 6 found this review helpful

Great game from beginning to end!

PostedFebruary 3, 2012

silverink

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

This was really a great and enjoyable game. The visuals were very colorful and clear and the adventure elements were excellent, with lots to explore. The puzzles were familiar but fun and were balanced nicely with hidden object scenes. The game was also pretty long, with a very helpful map. Although the story was not as well developed as the previous two in this series, I really enjoyed the way it ...Show more

This was really a great and enjoyable game. The visuals were very colorful and clear and the adventure elements were excellent, with lots to explore. The puzzles were familiar but fun and were balanced nicely with hidden object scenes. The game was also pretty long, with a very helpful map. Although the story was not as well developed as the previous two in this series, I really enjoyed the way it was slowly revealed throughout the game with tapes (although a complete recap of prior events would have been really helpful).

I thought the CE had good extras, with collectables which are always fun, a well-designed bonus, and re-playable puzzles and hidden object scenes. The wallpapers could have been better, however, since I did not feel they made the best use of the game's artwork.

One important point about the selection of "widescreen" in this game (and most other CE releases). The widescreen option does NOT provide true widescreen graphics, only stretches and distorts the image across your screen - probably why some people complained of "graininess". The "black bars" so many people complain about are what make the images clear and put the graphics in the proper proportion (round is round, etc)...I do not understand why stretched screens continue to be acceptable (or even desirable) to so many people, or why most game developers have not upgraded to actual widescreen graphics at this point in time!! Always a disappointment in a quality CE game like this one, along with locked wallpapers... Show less

I recommend this game!

+4points

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5 / 5

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AWESOME GAME DO BUY THIS!!!

PostedJanuary 12, 2013

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This is Third Game in the series...
The First One is Also Fabulous...
NIGHTFALL MYSTERIES ASYLUM CONSPIRACY
The Second One is
NIGHTFALL MYSTERIES CURSE OF THE OPERA
which is Great but not as Good as this third one
or the first one imo...

I first purchased the SE not the CE...
and midway thru game at the part where you arrange
the family tree photos...
I did not place them correctly and was not ...Show more

This is Third Game in the series...
The First One is Also Fabulous...
NIGHTFALL MYSTERIES ASYLUM CONSPIRACY
The Second One is
NIGHTFALL MYSTERIES CURSE OF THE OPERA
which is Great but not as Good as this third one
or the first one imo...

I first purchased the SE not the CE...
and midway thru game at the part where you arrange
the family tree photos...
I did not place them correctly and was not allowed
to rearrange them...(glich in game which now may be fixed)
therefore could progress no further...
BF Refunded my money in Full...
I purchased the CE version and SO HAPPY I DID!!
I should have bought the CE in the first place!!

Get the Entire Nightfall Mysteries Series..
CE if you can afford it...
If you Love Adventure and/or HOG games
You Won't Be Disappointed!! Show less

I recommend this game!

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