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Backstreets of the Mind

Backstreets of the Mind

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Overall rating 
It was OK.
2.6 / 5
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4
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
13
1 Star
10
Fun Factor 
OK
2.6 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
2.7 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Poor
2.4 / 5
Storyline 
OK
2.8 / 5
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English
Hidden Object
Sometimes we think that if we could change something from our past, our whole life would turn out differently. In Backstreets of the Mind, join a man who has been given the ability to travel through time and change his own past. He'll have to face the mistakes of youth, the challenges of college life and the missed opportunities of the workplace to try and change the sequence of events.

Avid gamers will enjoy stylized mini-games with old game animations. Backstreets of the Mind features hidden object gameplay where you search for strange titles in locations which look like plain signboards at first glance. At the same time, you'll be trying to place the "right" thoughts into our hero's mind in order to change his destiny. All of this is accompanied by excellent original soundtracks and an engaging story.
  • Dramatic time travel story
  • Hidden Object with original mechanics
  • Mini-games stylized like old machines
  • Two alternative endings of story
Game System Requirements

OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10

CPU: 2.0 GHz

RAM: 512 MB

DirectX: 9

Hard Drive: 2352 MB

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Backstreets of the Mind

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Overall rating 
It was OK.
2.6 / 5
2.6 out of 5 ( 42 Reviews Review )
29%(10 out of 34) of players recommend this game
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Fun Factor 
OK
2.6 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
2.7 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Poor
2.4 / 5
Storyline 
OK
2.8 / 5
29%(10 out of 34) of players recommend this game
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It was OK.
2.6 / 5
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Fun Factor 
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2.6 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
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2.7 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Poor
2.4 / 5
Storyline 
OK
2.8 / 5
29%(10 out of 34) of players recommend this game
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Loved it!
5 / 5
115 of 119 found this review helpful
Perfect HO for My Style of Play
PostedJune 6, 2016
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fromPortland, OR
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
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OK
3 / 5
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OK
3 / 5
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Good
4 / 5
I am always happy to see a game offering that is mostly pure Hidden Object, with no adventuring to and fro. I am not a serious, dedicated gamer like most of the reviewers. I play in short intervals (15-30 minutes), often with a few days between visits to my PC. Adventure games where you have to remember where to go, and what to do when you get there, are frustrating instead of fun. If you like HO ...Show more
I am always happy to see a game offering that is mostly pure Hidden Object, with no adventuring to and fro. I am not a serious, dedicated gamer like most of the reviewers. I play in short intervals (15-30 minutes), often with a few days between visits to my PC. Adventure games where you have to remember where to go, and what to do when you get there, are frustrating instead of fun. If you like HO games such as the Big City Adventure series, the Park Ranger series, etc. you will probably like this one. Show less
I recommend this game!
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Loved it!
5 / 5
76 of 86 found this review helpful
Interesting and fun
PostedJune 1, 2016
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fromLondon, UK
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Match 3, Strategy, Mahjong, Card & Board, Brain Teaser
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
Backstreets of the Mind sounds like it should be a dark game, but it's quite the opposite really and I had a few chuckles during the demo. It's a traditional HOG heavy game with a great concept - going back in time to change events.
During the demo, there were a couple of different locations, with the family home being a repeating location. This makes sense, as we start off exploring the man's ...Show more
Backstreets of the Mind sounds like it should be a dark game, but it's quite the opposite really and I had a few chuckles during the demo. It's a traditional HOG heavy game with a great concept - going back in time to change events.
During the demo, there were a couple of different locations, with the family home being a repeating location. This makes sense, as we start off exploring the man's childhood and the events he would like to change. After a HOG round, cards are displayed, showing the event. You then choose, from a selection of objects one item to change that event. The cards are displayed again, showing the outcome of your choice.
There were two enjoyable mini-games in the demo. The storyline was very engaging and made me want to continue playing and change this man's life around.
Overall, it was a lot of fun. Show less
I recommend this game!
+66points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
25 of 28 found this review helpful
Enjoyed it
PostedJune 5, 2016
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Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
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Excellent
5 / 5
I started off hating the game but kept plugging along thru the demo.. It is now on my list to buy during the next good sale. I thoroughly enjoyed the concept and the story.
I recommend this game!
+22points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
11 of 12 found this review helpful
A Chance to Change the Past-Wow!
PostedJune 3, 2018
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TeachumWell
 
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fromSouth FL USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
A refreshing, often amusing story, hidden objects galore and a surprisingly appropriate "retro" graphic look make this a welcome game for me. Yes a very few negatives emerged during the demo, but they didn't detract from the fun. The downers? Well, the load time between scenes was somewhat slow and the "sparkles" for hints often got lost in the scene's objects. But there's lots of fun to be had ...Show more
A refreshing, often amusing story, hidden objects galore and a surprisingly appropriate "retro" graphic look make this a welcome game for me. Yes a very few negatives emerged during the demo, but they didn't detract from the fun. The downers? Well, the load time between scenes was somewhat slow and the "sparkles" for hints often got lost in the scene's objects. But there's lots of fun to be had here. It's almost like (imho) the devs are poking gentle fun at more serious and deadly game plots and the often overstated flourishes of modern graphics. The novel idea of choosing what objects will help the hero and the fun spelling search thrown in make this a pleasant gaming experience. I suggest trying it for the full demo but I don't think you'll be disappointed. Show less
I recommend this game!
+10points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
19 of 26 found this review helpful
Backstreets of the Mind
PostedJune 2, 2016
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Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
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Excellent
5 / 5
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Excellent
5 / 5
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Excellent
5 / 5
It makes a change to play a game based on the past
I recommend this game!
+12points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Make another Backstreets of the Mind
PostedOctober 5, 2019
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fromGainesville, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Word
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
This game was not one you'll get frustrated and stuck on, yet it is engaging, fun and I actually finished it right after I bought it.
I recommend this game!
+2points
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Liked it!
4 / 5
26 of 28 found this review helpful
Delightfully Different
PostedJune 3, 2016
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Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
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Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
Pretty much unlike most HOS games. This is just a really laid-back game for a lazy day when one doesn't feel too much like being challenged.
Additionally the 'Zoom' feature made it even more relaxed.
I enjoyed it.
+24points
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Liked it!
4 / 5
30 of 44 found this review helpful
love challenges
PostedJune 1, 2016
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fromTamworth , New South Wales
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Match 3, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Brain Teaser
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
after looking at backstreets of the mind [demo] makes you think the game is a challenge but with some fun thought has been put into it. if all goes well, I will buy the game.
I recommend this game!
+16points
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Liked it!
4 / 5
11 of 14 found this review helpful
Just my type of puzzle game
PostedJune 16, 2016
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Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Adventure, Brain Teaser
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I think this is a great game. Would love to see more skill games on Big Fish
I recommend this game!
+8points
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Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
Not Bad
PostedMarch 12, 2022
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Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
This was a pretty good game, and I loved the concept. The minit games were fun, except for the stock market. I just couldn't get the hang of that one. My biggest complaint - it was too short!
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