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Enigmatis: The Ghosts of Maple Creek

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, BlackBerry OS, Mac, PlayStation 4, Android • 2014

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Quick resume

Let one of the most thrilling adventures of your life begin!

Global score

84/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Point-and-click, Puzzle

Pros

  • Engaging detective story
  • Challenging hidden object puzzles
  • Atmospheric graphics and music
  • Evidence board mechanic
  • Bonus chapter included

Cons

  • Excessive backtracking without fast travel
  • Some translation and labeling errors
  • Dated graphics and animation
  • Occasional bugs and click detection issues
  • Voice acting quality varies

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players direct their own investigation, explore locations, and solve puzzles with some freedom, though constrained by game structure and backtracking."

  • Competence
    4

    "Challenging hidden object scenes and puzzles provide skill tests and problem solving with feedback and achievements."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on personal progress and story; no mention of competitive or ranked modes."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players report engaging story and atmosphere encouraging multiple playthroughs and interest in sequels."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Single player experience with no cooperative or multiplayer elements."

  • Creativity
    1

    "Limited creativity in gameplay; mostly following predefined hidden object scenes and puzzles with some player deduction."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; purely individual experience."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game to immerse in a mysterious, eerie world and escape real life stress."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and interest in mystery and puzzles, not out of obligation."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Some exploration and puzzle solving encourage trying new approaches, though mostly within established gameplay."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore multiple locations and revisit scenes to discover clues and hidden objects."

  • Expression
    -5

    "No customization or self-expression features reported."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Supernatural and mysterious story elements create an imaginative fictional experience."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; solo play only."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop observational skills and deductive reasoning through puzzles and evidence analysis."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires continuous attention to solve puzzles and find objects; not a background or idle game."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No close social or emotional relationships formed within the game."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

  • Progression
    4

    "Progression through collecting clues, solving puzzles, and unlocking new areas."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Atmospheric and immersive but some frustration reported with backtracking and difficult hidden object scenes."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Eerie music and visuals provide sensory stimulation though graphics are dated."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems."

  • Story
    5

    "Strong narrative focus with detective mystery, character development, and plot progression."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Players use logic and deduction to analyze clues and solve puzzles."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Suspenseful and creepy atmosphere creates moments of tension and surprise."

  • Value
    4

    "Good value for time spent with engaging story and gameplay; some bugs noted but overall positive."

  • Violence
    -4

    "No emphasis on combat or destruction; focus on investigation and puzzle solving."

  • Survival
    -3

    "No survival mechanics; stable environment focused on exploration and puzzle solving."

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