Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: Strategy First
White Haven Mysteries (2014) Review
White Haven Mysteries is a hidden object adventure game developed by Elephant Games and released in 2014. The game follows the story of Laura James, a young woman who travels to the small town of White Haven to investigate the mysterious disappearance of her sister.
Upon arriving in White Haven, Laura quickly learns that the town is full of secrets. The locals are tight-lipped and reluctant to talk about the disappearance of Laura’s sister. Laura soon discovers that she is not the only one searching for answers. A private investigator named Jack Edwards is also on the case, and he is determined to find out what happened to Laura’s sister.
Laura and Jack team up to investigate the disappearance, and they soon uncover a dark secret that the town has been hiding. The town is being terrorized by a serial killer, and Laura’s sister may be the next victim.
Laura and Jack must race against time to find the killer and save Laura’s sister. They must also uncover the dark secrets of White Haven and expose the killer’s motive.
Gameplay
White Haven Mysteries is a hidden object adventure game. The player controls Laura as she explores the town of White Haven and searches for clues. The player must find hidden objects in each scene in order to progress the story.
The game also features a variety of puzzles that the player must solve in order to progress. The puzzles are challenging but fair, and they help to keep the player engaged.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in White Haven Mysteries are dark and atmospheric. The game’s art style is reminiscent of classic horror movies, and it helps to create a sense of suspense and dread.
The sound design in the game is also excellent. The music is eerie and unsettling, and it helps to create a sense of atmosphere. The voice acting is also top-notch, and it helps to bring the characters to life.
Story
The story in White Haven Mysteries is well-written and engaging. The player is quickly drawn into the mystery, and they are eager to find out what happened to Laura’s sister. The game’s story is full of twists and turns, and it keeps the player guessing until the very end.
Characters
The characters in White Haven Mysteries are well-developed and relatable. The player quickly comes to care about Laura and Jack, and they want to see them succeed in their quest to find the killer.
Overall
White Haven Mysteries is a well-made and engaging hidden object adventure game. The game’s story is well-written, the characters are well-developed, and the graphics and sound are top-notch. If you are a fan of hidden object adventure games, then you should definitely check out White Haven Mysteries.
Score: 7.5/10
Pros:
- Well-written story
- Engaging characters
- Challenging puzzles
- Atmospheric graphics and sound
Cons:
- Some of the puzzles are too difficult
- The game can be a bit too linear at times
Review Score
7.5/10
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