Final Cut: Fade to Black > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

27 of 29 found this review helpful

Definitely buy the CE because of the extras, or at least buy the SE.

PostedJanuary 3, 2016

kateblue222

fromSecond star to the right and straight on 'til morning

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Sable Maze: Soul Catcher Collector's Edition

(34)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

As I always try to do, I write to recommend whether to buy the CE or the SE after the SE is out--because that is what I want to know if they are both out and I have bought neither.

There are some great reviews of the CE that describe the features better than I ever could, so I will explain the features that made this game a definite 5 star immediate buy for me as a CE.

First, the art is bright, ...Show more

As I always try to do, I write to recommend whether to buy the CE or the SE after the SE is out--because that is what I want to know if they are both out and I have bought neither.

There are some great reviews of the CE that describe the features better than I ever could, so I will explain the features that made this game a definite 5 star immediate buy for me as a CE.

First, the art is bright, clear and beautiful. I love looking at it.

Second, the Extras are a real selling point for the CE. You get the usual collectibles, a bonus chapter, achievements, replayable movies, and all the art and music. Best of all, you get replayable puzzles, and not just for this game. There are HOPs and minigames to replay from previous Final Cut games, also. You win them by finding candy canes and Christmas stockings.

Third, I got totally sucked into the world and ran out the demo without realizing how long I had been playing, even though the story is a little "whaaaat?" in places. Example: there is a place where a character tells you "you can't come in here," and then proceeds to watch you while you break into some object right in front of him. Didn't make sense. But I was still totally sucked in. The mark of a great game, that is!

So I recommend the CE. It is a bargain because of the extras that you get and because it is beautiful. But even if you don't want to shell out the money for the CE, try the SE. The game is really fun. Really. Show less

I recommend this game!

+25points

27of 29voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes27No2

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

13 of 14 found this review helpful

Great and challeging

PostedJanuary 14, 2016

Aliana_4711

fromGermany

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Mystery Case Files: Key to Ravenhearst

(36)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

My star rating is based on my personal requirements:

- Difficulty can be customized: I prefer playing w/o helping texts, so I love it to customize the difficulty. You can chose map issues, glitter, contextual pointer, plus item indicator, hint and skip recharge time. Of course, there a three levels of difficulty preset.

- Graphics: The graphics are great, good, detailed and prospectively ...Show more

My star rating is based on my personal requirements:

- Difficulty can be customized: I prefer playing w/o helping texts, so I love it to customize the difficulty. You can chose map issues, glitter, contextual pointer, plus item indicator, hint and skip recharge time. Of course, there a three levels of difficulty preset.

- Graphics: The graphics are great, good, detailed and prospectively drawn.

- Animation: It is quite good animated, not best in class, but good enough to have fun.

- Music: discreet and nice, not disturbing not too repetitive. Fitting background noises.

- Voices: good spoken, matching the characters

- Tools: you do have an interactive map and (sometimes) a projector

- Story: not new -> based on the older Final cut stories, but fascinating enough with some surprising turns.

- HO’s: there were nearly all known types of HO included. Really good done, sometimes interactive. Additional you can switch to match3.

- Challenge: The tasks were logical, so you can play w/o helping messages and don’t have to use hints or map a lot. There were quite different types of mini games – mostly not the catchiest at all, but definitely interesting. But for some few, I had to tax my brain. From my point of view, Final Cut is quite challenging.

- Locations: Usually you have to investigate 3-5 locations. You don’t have to go back. The items are spread about more locations, so it is a little more challenging.

- Length: Is decent. I needed nearly 5 hours for playing through. That’s fine for me.

Dislikes: none.

I do recommend this game for sure. It is challenging, has a proper length and high quality. Show less

I recommend this game!

+12points

13of 14voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes13No1

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

3 of 4 found this review helpful

Another great Final Cut

PostedMarch 20, 2016

hatzic

Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Flipping awesome like all the final cut games! Stopped playing the demo because I’d rather buy. It ‘had me at hello’ – drew me right in – love the deco, the era, the theme, the plot, the characters. I actually gasped when I found Bernard dead because I was already drawn into the story. It starts quick and you just hit the floor running. The artwork is fantastic and the character actors perfectly ...Show more

Flipping awesome like all the final cut games! Stopped playing the demo because I’d rather buy. It ‘had me at hello’ – drew me right in – love the deco, the era, the theme, the plot, the characters. I actually gasped when I found Bernard dead because I was already drawn into the story. It starts quick and you just hit the floor running. The artwork is fantastic and the character actors perfectly cast/drawn and compelling to watch. the HOG and puzzles are ones I’ve never quite seen before. The story moves along and is fast paced and interesting. I actually watched all the cut scenes – in a demo…I never do that. I’m intrigued with the story and plot – it’s awesome! I even read all the cards and listened to all the dialog. Like watching a fantastical film noir plot about movie studios with wickedly bad men, murder, conspiracy, a supernatural projector, and thank god, no crying children being abducted-so sick of that plot line. Hope this series goes on and on. Show less

I recommend this game!

+2points

3of 4voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes3No1

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

3 of 4 found this review helpful

Another great Final Cut game!

PostedJanuary 31, 2016

EmiMoo

fromFlorida

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Adventure, Large File, Strategy

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I've played all the Final Cut games with the exception of True Escapade which I just did not care for. To me, this is a much better game than True Escapade. I enjoyed the storyline and felt it flowed very well. The graphics and animation were well done and the colors were vibrant and not dreary like so many other games.

The HO scenes were not junk piles and there's also the option to play Match ...Show more

I've played all the Final Cut games with the exception of True Escapade which I just did not care for. To me, this is a much better game than True Escapade. I enjoyed the storyline and felt it flowed very well. The graphics and animation were well done and the colors were vibrant and not dreary like so many other games.

The HO scenes were not junk piles and there's also the option to play Match 3. I really prefer games with many puzzles and a few of the ones in this game were quite challenging.

The map was very helpful for seeing locations with available tasks and quickly transporting between locations.

Overall I think it's a very enjoyable game and kept me entertained for hours. Show less

I recommend this game!

+2points

3of 4voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes3No1

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

1 of 1 found this review helpful

Final Cut: Fade to Black

PostedAugust 23, 2018

Taintedfury

fromMelbourne, Australia.

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst

(473)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Another great squeal too this series..Loved it - Fantastic storyline along with stacks off puzzles, stunning graphics and best of all the soundtrack.

Thanks Big Fish:)

I recommend this game!

+1point

1of 1voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes1No0

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

1 of 1 found this review helpful

Gorgeous Hidden Object Game!

PostedMarch 24, 2018

Ruckus777

fromHuntington Beach, CA

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game was fantastic! I played all the way to the end of the demo. I loved the opening sequence cinematic, it felt very unique and theatrical, which ended up being pretty fitting.

Everything throughout this game felt very suitable for the classy era, from the character designs to the HOP visuals. I liked how the story immediately gets you interested and unfolds as you go, instead of ...Show more

This game was fantastic! I played all the way to the end of the demo. I loved the opening sequence cinematic, it felt very unique and theatrical, which ended up being pretty fitting.

Everything throughout this game felt very suitable for the classy era, from the character designs to the HOP visuals. I liked how the story immediately gets you interested and unfolds as you go, instead of establishing a long backstory right at the beginning. Gameplay mechanics were similar to your usual HOP game, with the different difficulty levels and interactive objects in HOP scenes, though that's not a bad thing. The actual puzzles actually proved to be quite a challenge at times.

The only negative is that I noticed from the beginning that the visual quality for the cinematics and the rest of the game weren't very high definition, as though they weren't meant to be on my screen. It didn't end up mattering much, it just was my only real complaint.

Overall, a fantastic game! Show less

I recommend this game!

+1point

1of 1voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes1No0

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

5 / 5

0 of 1 found this review helpful

I liked this game

PostedSeptember 27, 2017

RPgames

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I liked this game . Not as 'creepy' as others so if your into the creepy type this may not be for you.
Funny how most of these types of games you go around picking up items from other peoples places like a klepto .

I recommend this game!

-1point

0of 1voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes0No1

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

4 / 5

48 of 61 found this review helpful

The Series Is Fading

PostedJanuary 3, 2016

pennmom36

fromMartha isn't very good at keeping secrets, she even told me Bernard's safe code over the phone!

Top Reviewer
This "Top Reviewer" is one of our most frequent game reviewers. We think you'll trust what they have to say and find their reviews helpful and informative.
Top Reviewer

Skill Level:Expert

Current Favorite:

Phantasmat Collector's Edition

(100)

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This may be a final Final Cut with a mind boggling Who-dun-it mystery as you are landed smack dab in the middle of Detective Bernard's ongoing investigation. Bernard got his hands upon the famous projector that has practically ruined the dysfunctional Wolf family, only this one's small and portable and is capable of changes anyone's appearance! What a perfect way to ruin your competition, Horizon ...Show more

This may be a final Final Cut with a mind boggling Who-dun-it mystery as you are landed smack dab in the middle of Detective Bernard's ongoing investigation. Bernard got his hands upon the famous projector that has practically ruined the dysfunctional Wolf family, only this one's small and portable and is capable of changes anyone's appearance! What a perfect way to ruin your competition, Horizon Studios!

This edition of Final Cut isn't spectacular, perhaps it's just time to lay the story to rest and move on. I know many gamers love the golden hues with slightly grainy graphics to give the game a touch of reality and make it seem as if it were an older film. They have even attempted to use this to their advantage with some of the cutscenes with a deliberate film reel effect, but I prefer the crisp virtual reality of computer generated graphics. Many of the inventory items you collect will have plus signs indicating the need for further investigation, like combining that item with another. You are equipped with the Projector Camera that can be used to change your appearance temporarily to look like another person, which requires a simple mini game of focusing the camera and then outlining key focal points. (can I change my appearance to look like thing other than people?) The Collector's Edition has 41 Collectible Signs that actually look like a face, Several Achievements to earn, and even collectible Candy Canes and Christmas Stockings which unlock HOP's and Puzzles from Final Cut: Homage CE and Final Cut: Fame Fatale CE.

The Hidden Object Scenes are fairly decent, some of which have a Morphing Object to find within. There are Multiple's of objects, Silhouetted Shape finds, Interactive List finds, and items to find that will give you an item that is used to unlock the texted list finds, there are even HOP's where you find items that match the descriptive riddles given. You can switch to a Match 3 game if you're not into Hidden Object Puzzles.

The Mini Games were simple, and easy to solve, below is a list with brief descriptions of some of the puzzles you will come across in the demo:

1) Arrange cards so they match the photos shown on an evidence board, using the color coded pins as a reference.
2) Focusing a camera lens and outlining a face in a single line that doesn't overlap.
3) Press directional arrows to move a ball from one magnet to another until it reaches the indicated hole.

The Collector's Edition has 16 Morphing Objects within the HOP's, 18 replayable Puzzles, Collectible Christmas Stockings that unlock additional Puzzles from Fame Fatale CE, a Souvenir Room, 17 replayable HOP's, Collectible Candy Canes that unlock additional HOP's from Homage CE, 41 Collectible hidden Signs, 5 Music Soundtracks, 12 Concept Art pictures, 8 Wallpapers, 16 Videos, a Tribute Video, 15 Achievements, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

+35points

48of 61voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes48No13

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

4 / 5

5 of 6 found this review helpful

Stop with all chatter & cut scenes!

PostedFebruary 21, 2016

jEMSW

fromJohnston, RI

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

EIPIX games are usually great. I have frequently purchased a game just because it is EIPIX.
The puzzles, story line, graphics, etc. were great as expected, & based on these criteria I would have given the game 5 stars but, for me:
* There was too much chatter - There is no way to stop the characters from talking, you just have to wait until for them to finish. No play action until they are done.
* ...Show more

EIPIX games are usually great. I have frequently purchased a game just because it is EIPIX.
The puzzles, story line, graphics, etc. were great as expected, & based on these criteria I would have given the game 5 stars but, for me:
* There was too much chatter - There is no way to stop the characters from talking, you just have to wait until for them to finish. No play action until they are done.
* Also, I thought there were too many cut scenes, & there is no way you can stop/skip, them, so your game play is basically paused until they are done.
If these things don't bother you, then I think you will really enjoy this game. Show less

I recommend this game!

+4points

5of 6voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes5No1

Flagged as inappropriate.

Overall rating

4 / 5

1 of 1 found this review helpful

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! - Suave and sophisticated to start, but then last 1/3 struggles

PostedJanuary 22, 2017

SparkleGlow100

fromMichigan, USA

Key Contributor
This "Key Contributor" plays, rates, and reviews a lot of games. We think you'll trust their thoughts and opinions about games.
Key Contributor

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Hidden Expedition: The Lost Paradise

(18)

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

(Available at BFG since 2016)
I liked the depth of the scenes in the city. The train and club scenes were good too! The graphics and details included were superb. Somehow, this story kept me involved to begin with and for some time afterwards. I liked everything about it. The shady characters/gangsters were done well, and gave off an aura of fearlessness and coolness - there was nothing crude or ...Show more

(Available at BFG since 2016)
I liked the depth of the scenes in the city. The train and club scenes were good too! The graphics and details included were superb. Somehow, this story kept me involved to begin with and for some time afterwards. I liked everything about it. The shady characters/gangsters were done well, and gave off an aura of fearlessness and coolness - there was nothing crude or comedic about them (which was great!). Great sounds throughout too! However, the unique feel slowly ebbs away and by the time there was only a 1/3 left I was eager for the end. For puzzle fans - a lot of the puzzles are not easy/medium; for me they were tough!

HOPS – 10- 12- There were at least 3 HOPS which were cakes, n other food stuffs. Love them! Why? I don't know! Just looks good enough to...eat!!! They also go the tools route. I did take a look at the alternative match-3 game, and decided the HOPS was the more fun one.

PUZZLES: Many are not easy! All skippable.
SOUNDS - with 4 adjustments. Music is suitable and totally separate.

MAP: TRAVEL
JOURNAL: NONE. BUT you get other stuff.
DIFFICULTY SETTINGS - 4 interchangeable
HINT: Guides and leads you.
INVENTORY - lockable
CHARACTERS: The characters look almost like real people, and are done well! Show less

I recommend this game!

+1point

1of 1voted this as helpful.

Was this review helpful?Yes1No0

Flagged as inappropriate.

Browse by Genre:

Browse by Genre:

Final Cut: Fade to Black

Reviews

Final Cut: Fade to Black

, share your thoughts about this game!

Final Cut: Fade to Black

Heres what your review will look like once it’s posted.

Click Submit if you’re happy. Your review should appear soon. To make changes, use the Edit or Cancel buttons.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts about this game!

You’ve already shared your thoughts about this game.

Thanks for submitting the review below.


	, share your thoughts about this game! Final Cut: Fade to Black A film feud turns fatal! Heres what your review will look like once it’s posted. Click Submit if you’re happy. Your review should appear soon. To make changes, use the Edit or Cancel buttons. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about this game! You’ve already shared your thoughts about this game. Thanks for submitting the review below.