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Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident (Nintendo Wii, 2011)
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$11.79
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Sometimes, you have to look closely to see what's right in front of you. That's certainly the case in the many hidden-object scenes you encounter in Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident. And it's also true of the game itself. When it plays to its strengths, The Malgrave Incident's fascinating locations and absorbing hidden-object scenes make it a pleasant and relaxing escape. Unfortunately, much of your time with the game is spent wandering the island, trying to determine where it is you're supposed to go and what it is you're supposed to do next. And at such times, the enjoyable sense of exploration is replaced with frustration. There's an engrossing tale of adventure and mystery hidden here, but you sometimes need to look pretty hard to find it. As the game begins, the enigmatic inventor Winston Malgrave has summoned you to his island. His message indicates that a substance that exists only on the island may be the cure for all of mankind's illnesses, and because his wife Sarah is ailing, he's desperate to secure more of the substance posthaste. Upon arriving at Malgrave Island, you find signs of a once-thriving community that has clearly been abandoned for some decades. There's a poignant sense of the past lingering throughout the island; at a dilapidated theater, faded posters for old productions still cling to the walls, and everywhere you go, you find lovely postcards that depict the now-crumbling town in its bustling and elegant heyday. Because the island feels like a place where people lived and where time has taken its toll, the sense of isolation and discovery that goes with exploring the lonely island is absorbing. As you progress, you gradually uncover the details of the island's history and Malgrave's past, which makes for an engrossing old-fashioned tale that you'll want to see through to its final revelations. The Malgrave Incident also has three competitive multiplayer modes for up to four players. Classic Pick challenges you to find more listed objects than your opponents. In Swift Pick, a single object is listed, and players score points by being the first to spot it. Tick Tick Pick is essentially hot potato; a bomb is ticking down, and when it comes your way, you need to find a listed hidden object to pass it to the next player before it explodes. These modes all function just fine, but The Malgrave Incident's best moments are ones of calm focus--not frantic competition. Additional players can also grab remotes and assist with finding hidden objects during the game's Story mode, though even if you don't have extra remotes, it's fun to just gather around the screen and verbally help each other find the listed items. The Malgrave Incident can take around 15 hours to complete if you opt to solve each puzzle yourself, and at $30, it's reasonably priced. It's an uneven journey, and it's a shame that its better qualities are offset by periods of aimlessness and frustration. Still, it comes to a satisfying conclusion, and in the end, you'll be glad you took a trip to this mysterious and fascinating island.Read full review
Great game. Clever and challenging. We tore through it in 3-4 days and my mind was continually thinking of the next stage. I played with my 7 year old son and he actually helped solve a few of the tricky puzzles that the adults couldn't figure out. Good family game but a hoot without help. There are some serious stumpers but it's better than other games in the same vein. Worth the dough.
I have been looking for this game for awhile since I played it years ago for Nintendo Wii. But it was ether no longer available. For rent. or cost to much to purchase. Thanks a bunch.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
My daughter loved these types of games. Thank you.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The game came in a timely manner, it works and is fun to play. I have owned this game before and I like it the same even all these years later.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
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