Shadow Wolf Mysteries: Under the Crimson Moon > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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ERS Is Back!!

PostedSeptember 5, 2014

Yanie1020

fromIowa, USA

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I asked for a challenge, and I got one!

I normally refuse to use hints. I'd rather figure it out myself, even if it takes hours. I had to use four hints in this game. Some of this was due to (what I thought was) a technical problem toward the end of the game. All I want to say is, it had to do with a poison dart. (Developers, you know exactly what I mean.)

This game deserves five stars, but not ...Show more

I asked for a challenge, and I got one!

I normally refuse to use hints. I'd rather figure it out myself, even if it takes hours. I had to use four hints in this game. Some of this was due to (what I thought was) a technical problem toward the end of the game. All I want to say is, it had to do with a poison dart. (Developers, you know exactly what I mean.)

This game deserves five stars, but not because it's perfect, by any means. There are several flaws. But it's the best game I've played in quite a while. I was stumped several times, which is a huge plus for me. It makes me use my brain! The puzzles were fantastic. Puzzles are my favorite part of these games. Some really good, different puzzles are here for you puzzle lovers. There were HOS's, but they were all a little different, so I didn't mind them at all.

I really liked the music. Good job ERS! BUT... can't you vary it a little? It was the same refrain over & over again. Throw in something different for each part of the game. Use some new composers. It's a good chance to showcase their work.

Now, for the voiceovers... this was some of the worst acting I've come across in a game for a while. It was all so monotonous and unexciting. No way in the world would you believe anyone was in danger. You can do better in this area, ERS. Take the lead from other developers. EIPIX has the best voice overs I've heard.

Just a really great game! I played in the most difficult mode, but I think anyone would enjoy this if they stay within their mode of comfort. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Follows Storyline & great Graphics

PostedOctober 4, 2014

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fromSouth USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Card & Board

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game had a gloomy story with a dog & people turning into werewolves but the game & the pictures and all the colors were NOT gloomy looking.
Thankfully, there were No dark gloomy areas which I don't like.
I did have to check the walk-through twice to figure out why something wasn't working but other than that, I had not help.

I believe I have all of the Shadow Wolf Mysteries - true some are ...Show more

This game had a gloomy story with a dog & people turning into werewolves but the game & the pictures and all the colors were NOT gloomy looking.
Thankfully, there were No dark gloomy areas which I don't like.
I did have to check the walk-through twice to figure out why something wasn't working but other than that, I had not help.

I believe I have all of the Shadow Wolf Mysteries - true some are better than others but I've enjoyed them all. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Shadow Wolf Mysteries; Under the Crimson Moon

PostedFebruary 17, 2015

navajoeyes2

fromCoopersburg, Pa

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Marble Popper, Mahjong

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Great story, it got me right from the start , never let me down. The clothing and set designs, great! Artistry was fabulous.

I recommend this game!

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Best Shadow Wolf HOG

PostedAugust 2, 2014

BanditRedd

fromPa

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I could not stop playing this game! The best one ever. Graphics were excellent, how the wolves came at you, awesome! Storyline wonderful. A definite buy.

I recommend this game!

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WOOF WOLF

PostedJuly 15, 2014

grammakk

fromniagara falls n.y.

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

ABSOLUTELY loved THIS GAME. SOOO REFRESHING TO PLAY A GAME THAT FOLLOWS A STORY-LINE. I MUST ADMIT I CHEATED IN THE SKIPPING OF SOME GAMES..SHAME ON ME. MY RECENT FAVORITE AND I HAVEN'T SAID THAT IN AWHILE. AS ALWAYS PLAY BEFORE PAY, BUT I DO HIGHLY RECOMMEND.ENJOY..

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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OUTSTANDING

PostedJuly 4, 2014

rosekaufmann

fromLos Angeles

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

SUMMARY: Another winner that is simply awesome in this continuing saga of Shadow Wolf Mysteries. Graphics and animation are outstanding. Atmosphere is sinister and alarming. Objects to help you in your quest are unique. If you like the other Shadow Wolf Mysteries, this will certainly not disappoint.

IF YOU WANT MORE THAN A SUMMARY, MORE DETAILS ARE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC TOPICS.

STORY: Play as a ...Show more

SUMMARY: Another winner that is simply awesome in this continuing saga of Shadow Wolf Mysteries. Graphics and animation are outstanding. Atmosphere is sinister and alarming. Objects to help you in your quest are unique. If you like the other Shadow Wolf Mysteries, this will certainly not disappoint.

IF YOU WANT MORE THAN A SUMMARY, MORE DETAILS ARE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC TOPICS.

STORY: Play as a detective in the 1890s, investigating a town held in peril by ferocious wolves and/or werewolves (you have to decipher which it is). There is a rumor that the next door neighbor is a werewolf herself or is harboring them and releasing them at night. Learn facts about werewolves, including the first one.

GAMEPLAY: Plenty to do; somewhat linear; and lots of places to go, with some back and forth. But you have an interactive map to help you. There are HOS, puzzles and mini-games to help you move forward. Graphics and animation are superb. Wolves are popping out all over.

When you meet someone new, use your "magnifying glass" to find out information about them. If you find an unknown substance, use your analyzer by putting the substance into a box, answer a few questions and get your prize for one of the puzzles.

HOS, PUZZLES AND MINI-GAMES: The HOS are not too crowded and objects are nicely distinct. They are the "find X number of items" that are of a certain type (such as metal or related to werewolves). Good ratio of HOS and mini-games to puzzles. Mini-games are not too difficult, not too unique, and give you a prize. Puzzles are in the form of finding objects needed to complete them and thus move the game forward. Not too difficult, but you if you need 3 objects to complete the puzzle, you must find all of them to use them.

OTHER STUFF: Voice overs for the people are very good; but they could have captured the sounds of real dogs, cats and owls, etc. They sound too mechanical, but still acceptable. You have a moon that illuminates areas where you can interact. You have a diary, but I could not turn the pages back to check something. Don't know if this was a glitch. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Really Good!

PostedJuly 7, 2014

Msflowergal

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really liked this game! It wasn't just all "find the hidden objects"--just enough to make it fun. The puzzles weren't too hard that I couldn't get them. My idea of an all around fun kind of game to play!

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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They need to make more like this!!!

PostedJuly 9, 2014

Tigerfire_62

Skill Level:Intermediate

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I liked this one a lot.I wished more were like this one instead of the same old boring fantasy,same backgrounds,storylines yawn fests.The story was fun,the graphics and sounds were great and the tasks and puzzles were different and fun to do.Lately I get so bored with the constant back and forth and same ole same ole that I can't wait for it to end.This one I didn't want to end.It's a keeper!

I recommend this game!

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Shadow Wolf is Back and Better than Ever

PostedJuly 4, 2014

biscuitsmama

fromSacramento, CA

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

The Shadow Wolf series is back and this time with Under the Crimson Moon, the fourth game in the series. IMHO, nothing could top Curse of the Full Moon and I was disappointed by the time the third game appeared but as Under the Crimson Moon begins we immediately become aware that things have changed and some exciting gameplay enhancements are coming our way. The game begins as you receive a letter ...Show more

The Shadow Wolf series is back and this time with Under the Crimson Moon, the fourth game in the series. IMHO, nothing could top Curse of the Full Moon and I was disappointed by the time the third game appeared but as Under the Crimson Moon begins we immediately become aware that things have changed and some exciting gameplay enhancements are coming our way. The game begins as you receive a letter from Ellis Cote who asks you to help solve the mysterious deaths in her town. When you arrive at her estate you are greeted by a vicious pack of wolves that are soon subdued by a horrendously ugly and monstrous werewolf, just the first of a few unexpected, scary moments. After you regain your composure and access the house you meet Ms. Cote and jump right into the investigation. As you move forward with the adventure, solving the mystery of the werewolf is becomes quite interesting, with more than a few of those scary, jump from the chair moments.

The graphics are excellent and typical of ERS games but I do wish that the artists would get rid of the mistiness that is often present in some scenes. Aside from that, the ERS artistic team is very gifted when it comes to creating the characters in their games and brings them to life so that they don’t appear cartoonish and flat, which is one of the reasons that I have always loved ERS games. Where Shadow Wolf Under the Crimson Moon falls short is with the voiceovers, some of which are not very good and not at all typical of what I think the character should sound like. In addition to the out of character voiceovers, ERS has dropped the lip-syncing that made the first Curse of the Full Moon so incredible and elevated ERS to a top-tier game developer. Alas, times seem to be changing and we no longer see the realism that lip-syncing adds to a game. That being said, the remainder of the sound package is very good and has excellent ambient effects.

The game has the tools that we find in most HOPA games with a diary that keeps track of not only our notes but of the evidence we find as well. We have a new tool in this game called an analyzer which we use quite often to identify “unknown” objects. Use of the analyzer is sort of a mini-game each time the unknown object appears. There is a transportable map but it does not indicate areas where you have objectives.

Under the Crimson Moon has a variety of interactive HOPs that are very typical of the types found in most other ERS HOPA games, but recently the developer has added the option of switching to alternative puzzles if you do not want to find items in the HOPs. The optional puzzle in this game is a match type puzzle reminiscent of a flow type game. Some of the puzzles I encountered in the game can be frustrating if you don’t take the time to really think about them. Since demo time is limited, I generally skip puzzles that I can’t immediately solve so that I don’t waste valuable gameplay time. That being said, most of the puzzles are the type that I enjoy.

For me the CE version of Under the Crimson Moon was an immediate purchase and as I played the game I found myself being captured by the mystery and the gameplay: this is a game that I enjoyed from beginning to end, and I am now eagerly looking forward to the next game in one of my favorite series. I have no hesitation in saying that this game is a step up from more recent offerings from this developer and recommend that you at least try the demo to see if this is a game you will like. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Good but not the best

PostedJuly 6, 2014

expotanne

fromWest Midlands, United Kingdom

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Dark Parables: The Red Riding Hood Sisters Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I have to be honest and this is my least favourite of the series. I think it's been cobbled together and has only the loosest of threads linking it to the others in the series.

That said it was still brilliant. The graphics were top notch and the voices, as per normal, were very good too.

The game play was much the same as the others, although I couldn't help looking for morphing objects (too ...Show more

I have to be honest and this is my least favourite of the series. I think it's been cobbled together and has only the loosest of threads linking it to the others in the series.

That said it was still brilliant. The graphics were top notch and the voices, as per normal, were very good too.

The game play was much the same as the others, although I couldn't help looking for morphing objects (too many other HoG's I guess!#

I will buy any others that come out because I do enjoy them as a rule.

I felt the main game was a trifle short, especially if you've played the others and know what to expect. The 'examining witnesses' was a great new addition as was the 'analyser' for unknown substances.

So, all in all a great game with great games and mini-games - you get to mend film clips, take fingerprints, bend metal bars with a wet shirt #small spoiler, but leave you to find the details#.

The cut scenes were very well done and I loved them.

All I will say as an end is ; "BEWARE CURLY" Show less

I recommend this game!

-34points

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