Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: Activision
The Barbie Diaries: High School Mystery (2006)
Introduction
The Barbie Diaries: High School Mystery is a 2006 video game developed by Mistic Software and published by Mattel Interactive. The game is based on the Barbie direct-to-video film of the same name. In the game, the player takes on the role of Barbie as she investigates a series of thefts at her high school.
Gameplay
The Barbie Diaries: High School Mystery is a point-and-click adventure game. The player controls Barbie as she explores her high school, searching for clues and interviewing witnesses. The game features 19 different locations to explore, including the cafeteria, Principal’s Office, and even the roof.
Barbie is equipped with a variety of high-tech tools to help her with her investigation. These tools include the Picture Descrambler, Infrared Viewer, and MP3 Decoder. The player must use these tools to solve puzzles and uncover clues.
As Barbie investigates, she will encounter a variety of characters, including her friends, teachers, and even the school bully. The player must interact with these characters to gather information and progress the investigation.
Plot
The game begins with Barbie and her friends preparing for the school’s annual charity auction. However, the night before the auction, several valuable items go missing. Barbie decides to investigate the thefts herself, using her high-tech tools and her keen eye for detail.
Barbie’s investigation leads her all over the school. She interviews the school’s staff and students, and she searches for clues in every nook and cranny. Along the way, she encounters a variety of suspects, including the school’s janitor, the gym teacher, and even the principal.
As Barbie digs deeper into the investigation, she begins to suspect that the thefts are part of a larger plot. She discovers that a group of thieves is targeting the school, and they are planning to steal the proceeds from the charity auction.
Barbie must race against time to stop the thieves and recover the stolen items. She uses her wits and her high-tech tools to track down the thieves and bring them to justice.
Characters
- Barbie: The protagonist of the game. Barbie is a smart and resourceful detective who is determined to solve the mystery of the missing items.
- Teresa: Barbie’s best friend. Teresa is a loyal and supportive friend who helps Barbie with her investigation.
- Nikki: Another one of Barbie’s friends. Nikki is a fashionista who loves to shop and hang out with her friends.
- Raquelle: Barbie’s rival. Raquelle is a mean and selfish girl who is always trying to one-up Barbie.
- Ken: Barbie’s boyfriend. Ken is a kind and supportive boyfriend who helps Barbie with her investigation.
- Principal Stevens: The principal of Barbie’s high school. Principal Stevens is a fair and just administrator who is concerned about the thefts.
- Mr. Thompson: The gym teacher at Barbie’s high school. Mr. Thompson is a strict but fair teacher who is always willing to help his students.
- Ms. Wilson: The janitor at Barbie’s high school. Ms. Wilson is a kind and hardworking woman who is always willing to help out.
Setting
The game is set at Barbie’s high school. The school is a large and modern building with a variety of different rooms and facilities. The game takes place over the course of a few days, as Barbie investigates the thefts and tries to track down the thieves.
Reception
The Barbie Diaries: High School Mystery received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics praised the game’s engaging story and challenging puzzles, while others criticized the game’s repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
The Barbie Diaries: High School Mystery is a fun and engaging mystery game that is perfect for fans of Barbie and mystery games. The game’s challenging puzzles and engaging story will keep players entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
7.5/10
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