Mystery Case Files: Broken Hour > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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Worth buying this one

PostedJanuary 1, 2017

ipprocessdoc

fromAustin Texas

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

OK, let's just get past the fact that this is a MCF game. It's not the same as the earlier ones, for sure. But as far as a game goes, this is one to play. This took quite a long time to finish and it was not just a basic find an object and move along type of game like so many of the others. You definitely needed to refer back to your journal in order to complete some of these puzzles. Some puzzles ...Show more

OK, let's just get past the fact that this is a MCF game. It's not the same as the earlier ones, for sure. But as far as a game goes, this is one to play. This took quite a long time to finish and it was not just a basic find an object and move along type of game like so many of the others. You definitely needed to refer back to your journal in order to complete some of these puzzles. Some puzzles were multi-step ones - some were easy and some made you think.

Now the story...as one of the others already stated, it does get a little confusing. I swear there was a name used near the beginning that was NEVER used again. And then the issue with the Assistant. I never did figure that one out. If you get it and leave a review, please enlighten me.

Other than that, the game was long, had some great puzzles, and was not just a straightforward HOP and basic puzzle kind of game. I'd recommend it. Show less

I recommend this game!

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THE HOUSE OF HUXLEY'S HORRORS

PostedDecember 23, 2016

pennmom36

fromMy half hours are broken too!

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Skill Level:Expert

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Phantasmat Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Ever wish you could turn back the hands of time, back to a simpler way of life? Welcome to Huxley's Boarding House, where they have turned back the clock to the Victorian era where life moves at a much slower pace. No phones, no technology (say what! I'm outta here!) no modern day hustle and bustle, race against the clock drama. As long as you can agree to follow a few simple rules, and a strict ...Show more

Ever wish you could turn back the hands of time, back to a simpler way of life? Welcome to Huxley's Boarding House, where they have turned back the clock to the Victorian era where life moves at a much slower pace. No phones, no technology (say what! I'm outta here!) no modern day hustle and bustle, race against the clock drama. As long as you can agree to follow a few simple rules, and a strict schedule, you'll find yourself enlightened and refreshed after your stay....well, only IF you survive the horrifying secrets held within the Huxley's Boarding House!

This just might be another one of MCF's famous series ranking right up there with Madame Fate and the famous Ravenhearst games. This game will be tough for beginners, but doable, because this is not a hand holding type of game, and I love it. Many of the tasks require you to reference codes and clues you've seen previously, and your journal doesn't always have the exact clue written in it, or there may be more than one clue that may seem applicable which can be confusing. After the demo, things seem easier once you get into the swing of things. Then again, MCF has made those Super Puzzles famous, and they can be really challenging, but, they do let you skip sections of the super puzzle if one of the multi-layered puzzles boggles your brain, which has happened to me, especially by the end of the game, lol! There aren't any fuzzy wuzzy helpers to assist you in finding the Queen's Royal Photographer, George Pritchard, whose last known whereabouts was at the Huxley's Boarding House. In the Collector's Edition version, each scene has a Morphing Object to find, some are very well hidden and the cursor doesn't change to scream :here I am" I absolutely love that I have to actually use my brain to solve this case!

The Hidden Object Scenes are mostly Interactive List finds but MCF games are all about the Mini Games and solving tasks. The HOP's are well done and entertaining, but nothing compared to the puzzles, especially the Super Puzzles. The CE version has Hidden Ladybugs, one in each HOP.

The Mini Games are fantastic, even the tasks themselves are more like a mini game than just a mindless operation of turning a key etc. Below are brief descriptions of some of the mini games you'll encounter during the demo:

1) Locate and enter the right code.

2) Memorize the darkened squares, then insert the punch card an press those same memorized squares.

3) Super Puzzle which is a multi-layered puzzle using a decoder to solve the encryption and learn a story.

4) Set the time on the clock by pressing on the cogs to rotate the hands.

5) Place the 5 different clock hands onto the correct clock and then set the correct time by referring to your journals clues.

6) Super Puzzle, another fantastic multi-layered puzzle following blueprints and solving several puzzles within.

The Collector's Edition has 27 replayable Mini Games, 14 replayable Hidden Object Scenes, a Developer's Hunt game, Case Files, Concept Art, Wallpapers (most require you to earn and spend tokens in the Hunt game to access) 11 replayable Movies, 9 Music Soundtracks, 42 Morphing Objects, 14 Lucky Ladybugs within the HOP's, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Almost Missed this Gem.

PostedJanuary 11, 2017

patricia356

fromNew York state

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I had played a little of the demo and then never purchased until I had to use up a credit. Wow! What a bargain. Loved the unusual story and the off beat scenery. Thought the voices were quite good-better than most. The music was varied and fit the narrative. A couple of scenes looked familiar to me, especially the scene with Sebastian in the water tank but it was not a distraction. Not too many ...Show more

I had played a little of the demo and then never purchased until I had to use up a credit. Wow! What a bargain. Loved the unusual story and the off beat scenery. Thought the voices were quite good-better than most. The music was varied and fit the narrative. A couple of scenes looked familiar to me, especially the scene with Sebastian in the water tank but it was not a distraction. Not too many HOS. LOTS of fun games. Wish you had the opportunity to replay them without going through the whole game. Main con would be that I thought the graphics lacked real impact sometimes and were occasionally obscure.
Game is long and you are constantly finding new parts of the mansion which keeps things interesting.
Interactive map but not too much back and forth. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Puzzle Mania

PostedDecember 23, 2016

Palema45

fromSeattle, WA

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

Fantastic puzzles and less lame story line that other games

I recommend this game!

+27points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Bring your "A" game!

PostedJanuary 19, 2017

alphafem

fromVisalia, CA

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Riddles Of Fate: Wild Hunt

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Yes, it starts rather slow and boring...you can tell those who did only the demo.
It may not be "fun"..in the birthday party sense, but, what creepy game is?
I bought it, played it, and it met my level of Challenge.
If you like to take your time with a game (not race thru) this is a good one.
HOP's are new, varied, and excellent. The Mini-Games, while not impossible, do take some thought. ...Show more

Yes, it starts rather slow and boring...you can tell those who did only the demo.
It may not be "fun"..in the birthday party sense, but, what creepy game is?
I bought it, played it, and it met my level of Challenge.
If you like to take your time with a game (not race thru) this is a good one.
HOP's are new, varied, and excellent. The Mini-Games, while not impossible, do take some thought. Pssst...I did skip two. I will leave those to the "Mini-Game Masters"...with my hat doffed to them.
To Challenge yourself...this is an excellent game.
Please take your time and enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Don't understand the bad reviews

PostedJanuary 8, 2017

gleamrob

fromNixa, MO

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really enjoyed this game. I enjoy all of the Mystery Case Files. After the reviews, I played this as a stand alone game, not one of the others. I liked the story line, the hidden objects and I always love the puzzles that have several components on one page. I really don't understand the dislike. I recommend it.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Delightfully spooky

PostedMarch 23, 2017

coolplaid

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I like a relaxed, casual game with a decent story, plenty of HOSs and a Good Map, and this game was nearly perfect. It was a little heavier on the puzzles than HOs, but they were easy enough that I didn't mind, and the story was really excellent - creepy and hokey in all the right ways, with enough mystery to keep me paying attention to the dialog. The length was good - not too short - and the ...Show more

I like a relaxed, casual game with a decent story, plenty of HOSs and a Good Map, and this game was nearly perfect. It was a little heavier on the puzzles than HOs, but they were easy enough that I didn't mind, and the story was really excellent - creepy and hokey in all the right ways, with enough mystery to keep me paying attention to the dialog. The length was good - not too short - and the pacing was good for a casual player who's not going to do the whole game in one sitting. The scenes were lovely and interesting. The journal was actually useful for a change - I wouldn't have kept up with the timetable without it, that's for sure - and the map was everything I wanted (yes, it transports, yes, it tells you where there's something to do). Show less

I recommend this game!

+5points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Excellent game again

PostedDecember 27, 2016

ejelliot2006

fromShapleigh Maine

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

This is just right in challenge for me. The game lasts a long time so worththe $$$. Story line ok and graphics too. i loved the puzzles and the HOs

I recommend this game!

+6points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Wow!

PostedApril 24, 2020

Ironic_Twist

fromQuarantined, like everyone else.

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Burger Shop 2

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I've been buying MCF games (and others) for years. This is the most challenging outing I've played bar none. The 5 clocks mini game and the battery (no-so-mini) game were awesome! I liked the cryptex game, too. I needed to think! I've played so many of these games where I've never even cracked the notebook/journal. In this one, you have to keep referring back. I LOVE IT! What's the point of having ...Show more

I've been buying MCF games (and others) for years. This is the most challenging outing I've played bar none. The 5 clocks mini game and the battery (no-so-mini) game were awesome! I liked the cryptex game, too. I needed to think! I've played so many of these games where I've never even cracked the notebook/journal. In this one, you have to keep referring back. I LOVE IT! What's the point of having a notebook if you never need it?
I think some people are afraid of a challenge, hence the low rating reviews. If you are looking for a game that has more than your average amount of challenge, but is solve-able, this game is for you! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great game - revisit it, you won't be disappointed.

PostedNovember 21, 2021

PuzzleBrit

fromUK

Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I thought I might go through my MCF games again before buying the latest one. Amazingly, I had purchased Broken Hour when it came out but never managed to play it, so this was the first time. It's so creative, challenging and fun. Who cares that it doesn't follow the 'MCF canon'? It's more like the very first MCF game. Fun characters, and the HO and mini games are terrific. Lots of really complex ...Show more

I thought I might go through my MCF games again before buying the latest one. Amazingly, I had purchased Broken Hour when it came out but never managed to play it, so this was the first time. It's so creative, challenging and fun. Who cares that it doesn't follow the 'MCF canon'? It's more like the very first MCF game. Fun characters, and the HO and mini games are terrific. Lots of really complex multi-level games, too, which is MCF is known for. And hours of playtime. Loved it. I highly recommend this game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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