Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Puzzle
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
- Developers: Ubisoft Montreal
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes: A Mind-Twisting Puzzle Adventure
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is a brand new intellectual property developed exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS. It is a mind-twisting puzzle adventure game that takes place in an interactive 3D world. The player takes on the role of James Noir, a private detective who is investigating a series of mysterious crimes in Hollywood.
The game features over 150 puzzles and mind games to solve. These puzzles are varied and challenging, and they will test the player’s logic, problem-solving skills, and spatial reasoning. The game also features a unique “mind map” system that allows the player to track their progress and see how the different puzzles are connected.
In addition to the puzzles, the game also features a compelling story with a cast of interesting characters. James Noir is a complex and flawed character, and the player will learn more about him and his motivations as the game progresses. The game also features a number of other characters, including James’ partner, a femme fatale, and a mysterious villain.
Gameplay
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is a point-and-click adventure game with a unique twist. The game is played from a first-person perspective, and the player uses the stylus to interact with the environment and solve puzzles. The game features a variety of different puzzles, including logic puzzles, spatial puzzles, and object puzzles. The player must use their wits and problem-solving skills to solve these puzzles and progress through the game.
One of the unique features of James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is the “mind map” system. The mind map is a visual representation of the player’s progress through the game. It shows the different puzzles that the player has solved, and how they are connected to each other. The mind map can be used to track the player’s progress and to see which puzzles they still need to solve.
Story
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is set in the glamorous and dangerous world of 1940s Hollywood. The player takes on the role of James Noir, a private detective who is investigating a series of mysterious crimes. James is a complex and flawed character, and the player will learn more about him and his motivations as the game progresses.
The game also features a number of other characters, including James’ partner, a femme fatale, and a mysterious villain. The story is full of twists and turns, and the player will be kept guessing until the very end.
Graphics and Sound
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes features beautiful 3D graphics that bring the world of 1940s Hollywood to life. The game’s environments are detailed and atmospheric, and the character models are expressive and well-animated. The game also features a great soundtrack that perfectly captures the mood of the game.
Overall
James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is a mind-twisting puzzle adventure game that will keep you entertained for hours. With over 150 puzzles and mind games to solve, a compelling story, and beautiful graphics and sound, James Noir’s Hollywood Crimes is a must-play for fans of puzzle games and adventure games alike.
Score: 8/10
Review Score
8/10
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