Adventure (2083 programs)

Pros: Engaging story. Intricate multi-character puzzles. Excellent graphic design. Lots of dialogue.

Cons: Very difficult second playthrough. Mediocre voice acting. Some pixel hunts. Some tonal whiplash.

Pros: High quality narrative, graphics and sound design. Full audio remaster and added developer's commentary. Deep, engaging mystery that draws players in. Runs on machines with modest specs.

Cons: Non-hardcore fans who played the original won't find much appeal. Very little gameplay. Game is cheaper on other platforms. Little to no replay value.

Pros: Engaging plot, based on a real novel. Two different difficulty settings. Cast of interesting, developed characters. Excellent voice acting and other audio.

Cons: Puzzles may be too challenging for some. Shorter than other games in the genre. Gameplay can become slightly repetitive. No ability to skip lengthy dialogue.

Pros: Storyline makes inventive use of fairy tales. Graphics are polished. Features a variety of locations. A good range of minigames.

Cons: 12+ rating bars younger fairy tale fans. Gameplay essentially the same as many other hidden object titles. Certain puzzles can be repetitive. Lacks replay value.

Pros: Interesting, fairytale-based storyline. Accessible to new and returning players. Makes effective use of puzzles and collectibles. Artwork is aesthetically pleasing.

Cons: Story runs out of steam in the second half. No back-tracking means collectibles are miss-able. Alchemy mechanic is disappointing. Bears no relation to events of the first game.

Pros: Transition from 2D to 3D is tactfully done. Offers plenty of fan service lovers of the comic. The power attacks add depth to the fighting. 3 out of 10 jokes are laugh-out-loud funny.

Cons: The overall story is unfinished. Marketed as a horror despite not being scary. Mysteries are too easy because the answers are overly telegraphed. Comedy is too esoteric for non Penny Arcade fans.

Pros: Appealing graphics. Interesting storyline. Characters are well-developed. Challenging puzzles.

Cons: Puzzles can be repetitive. Gameplay sometimes hard to work out. Lacks replay value. Very slow-paced.

Pros: Fun game. Puzzles aren’t too taxing. Charming characters. Available in multiple languages.

Cons: Gameplay is a bit too short. Kids may have a hard time deciphering the plot. Clichéd ending. Too easy for veterans of the genre.

Pros: Engaging story, which unravels slowly. Solid cast of non-playable characters. Retains classic Nancy Drew gameplay. Excellent use of music and other audio.

Cons: Some of the puzzles can be extremely hard. Gameplay can become slightly repetitive. Graphical improvements are minor. Darker themes may not appeal to some.

Pros: Excellent, atmospheric setting. Hidden object sections are well crafted. Includes 50 different locations. Collector's Edition includes a bonus chapter.

Cons: Plot elements are fairly limited. Linear gameplay limits re-playability. Back-tracking sections can be frustrating. Some hidden object scenes are re-used.

Pros: Beautiful visual style, almost photographic in quality. Interact with recognisable historical figures. Puzzle-solving keeps you invested in playing on. Simple gameplay makes it accessible to young and old.

Cons: Overall game is a little short. Price may be deemed too high for amount of playing time. Slightly disappointing not to play as Houdini in a game based on him. Some may find puzzles too easy as plenty of hints are given.

Pros: Interesting storyline and characters. Clear, accessible interface. Adjustable difficulty levels. Colorful, attractive graphics.

Cons: Slow-paced storyline. Repetitive soundtrack. Short playing time. Variable voice acting.

Pros: Easy to pick up and play. Core platform mechanics are fun. Less frustrating than many platformers. Includes various puzzle elements.

Cons: May not be challenging enough for some. Story is not the most engaging. Gameplay can become fairly repetitive. Poor quality graphics on larger screens.

Pros: Lush graphic artwork.. Immersive storyline.. Collector's Edition includes wallpapers, sketch art and more.. Historical aspect lends educational value..

Cons: Very similar to many other hidden object games.. May be too creepy for younger players.. Lacks action.. Puzzles can be repetitive..

Pros: Attractive graphics and presentation. Simple game interface. Interesting story and background. Bonus achievements add replay value.

Cons: Relatively short storyline. Tibetan theme isn't always consistent. Repetitive puzzle gameplay. Adventure sequences can feel forced and linear.

Pros: Three difficulty levels. Hint system. Humorous plot and dialogue. Cute cartoon graphics.

Cons: Short run time. Some confusing puzzles. Unsatisfying cliffhanger ending. Uneven voice acting.

Pros: Large cast of characters. Offbeat, humorous style. Enjoyable puzzle gameplay. Improved whip aiming mechanic.

Cons: Limited replay value. Large hub areas can be confusing. Overemphasis on combat. Disjointed storytelling in some levels.

Pros: Beautifully drawn graphics. Fun and fair puzzles. Detailed game map. Large cast of characters.

Cons: Some puzzles are rather unimaginative. The story is rather odd. The end is quite weak. Not much game play variation.

Pros: Colourful and creative graphics. Five different bonuses to unlock.

Cons: Heavy emphasis on in-app purchases. Only the trial is free.