Разработчик: AMAX Interactive
Описание
Snow Hill is a magical town that preserves the Spirit of Christmas for the whole world. But now an evil sorceress threatens to plunge Snow Hill into eternal darkness! Do you have what it takes to save Christmas?
This is a special Collector's Edition release full of exclusive extras you won’t find in the standard version. The Collector’s Edition includes:
Play the Bonus game and battle the ancient evil of the Black Swan!
Replay hidden-object puzzles and mini-games.
Collect Extras like original music, concept art and videos.
Get the available strategy guide, screensavers, and wallpaper.
Поддерживаемые языки: english
Системные требования
Windows
- OS *: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
- Processor: 1.4 GHz
- Memory: 1024 MB RAM
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 823 MB available space
Отзывы пользователей
This game and the bonus took about 3 hours to complete. I will say the graphics were a bit glitchy and the story is not the best out there. The puzzles are fun but some are very complex, whilst the HO games are a normal difficulty. It does look like santa was squeezed in last min just to make this about christmas. I'd only buy this game on sale for cheap but its a fun christmas eve game to waste a couple of hours in.
Puzzles are explained well, and there is a nice variety. Visuals are very well done, fitting in well with the game's style. The story is actually very engaging, which is why the ending is so disappointing. It feels like the developers just... stopped. I would love to have learned more about the world, and the various people you encounter.
Because of the ending I wouldn't pay full price for this, but it seems to go on sale fairly regularly so if you like point and click puzzle adventures stick this on your wishlist.
Game Information
"Christmas Eve: Midnight's Call" Collector's Edition is an Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure game. The game was developed by ERS Game Studio and published by Big Fish Games Studio.
Since this is a collector's edition, it comes with extra features that are not available in its' counterpart; the standard edition.
The Game Review
Game Visuals
I want to mention that the visuals in the game are nicely done. The visuals can be adjusted in the game's option menu.
Game Audio
I want to mention that audio for the game is well done. Even though the audio is somewhat simplistic and repetitive. The audio can be adjusted in the game's option menu as well.
Gameplay
There are four different game difficulty modes to choose from: Casual; Advanced; Hard and Custom.
The notebook keeps track of progression in the game. Such as story events and clues.
There is an interactive map in the game. It allows the player to fast travel between each location quickly, It also indicates that there are tasks that can be completed at certain locations within the game. The interactive map is not automatically given at the start of the game.
There is a padlock feature that available to lock the inventory panel in place to make it stationary,
There are interactive items in the game. Some of these interactive items may require extra components before they can be interacted with. All interactive items are marked with a symbol in one of the corners.
The hidden object scenes consist of the following: Shadow items; Pair items; Fragments items; Find 'x' amount items; Traditional word lists. Some of these hidden object scenes can be replayed in the game's extra feature section.
The puzzles are fairly easy to solve without having the need to skip any of them. Most of the puzzles can be replayed in the game's extra feature section as well.
There is a collectible in the game: Christmas Presents. They are scattered throughout the game for the player to find.
There is a bonus chapter in the game. But it can be accessed only after the main story is completed.
There are thirteen different achievements that can be unlocked from playing the game. Each of these achievements does come with some requirements that need to be completed before they can be unlocked. These achievements are in-game only.
Miscellaneous
There are extra features in the game: Bonus Chapter; Bonus Hidden Object Scenes; Bonus Puzzles; Soundtracks; Concept Art; Wallpapers; Screen Saver; Cinematic Scenes and Game's Strategy Guide. Most of these extra features can be accessed only after the entire game is completed.
Final thoughts: I have found the game enjoyable to a certain extent. The replay value for the game is low. I would recommend this game, but not at the game's full price value.
This is a super fun little puzzle and finding game. The graphics and voice acting are nice and its a great game for unwinding. I heard about it from the Game Grumps who did a couple episodes on it if you want to see what it's like before buying it at its full price, but honestly it more than paid for itself at the sale price i got it at ($4).
SPOILERS (if you care)
Okay, so my partner and I downloaded this game after we saw the Grumps play some of it because we needed to see the ending -- and while the gameplay wasn't too bad, it was entertaining at least, the ending for both the regular and the bonus game were seriously lacking. There is no actual resolution about the sister, or if they get to talk or if she comes home or whatever, like what the hell? Also why did Robert look like Michael Douglas???? And Leonardo def looked similar to that one guy from Supernatural. And why was Santa in CG but none of the other characters??? Also the empty box on the menu was confusing and stupid, plz talk to your UI designer. Anywho, for a cheapy game, it played fine but the ending wasn't remotely satisfying whatsoever, and the MC is a little uh weird and somewhat of a klepto but yeah it is what it is, I guess.
Fun HO game. Years ago, while skating in your town’s Central Park, an incident happens and your sister disappears before your eyes. Now, you have received a mysterious message that claims that it will solve this mystery… And before you know it, you are swept into another world, where the queen needs your help to deal with a dark enemy… and that your lost sister might be found along the way.
HO scenes are interesting, plot engaging, and the minigames fun.
Worth the time to play.
Short version: 73%
This nice little hidden object game offers many types of puzzles and hidden object scenes, extreme levels of running around for vaguely defined items, and a bit surprising yet still predictable supernatural story with nice voice acting and a Christmas edge.
Long version:
Many hidden object games use a missing sister and an evil magic-wielder as the main plot elements, but rarely we see the two of them combine into the same person like in Christmas Eve: Midnight’s Call. As an even more interesting twist, this supernatural rescue mission also adds saving the very spirit of Christmas into its plot, which results in a story that is both rather clichéd for a HOG, but still strangely unique in its own way thanks to moments like Santa Claus giving us tips on how to battle a malevolent sorceress.
Saving Christmas is a large task, and facing Christmas Eve’s point ‘n’ click mechanics does not make it easier—prepare to have your bag always full of items and to make several blind guesses on where to use them. Luckily, the conventional puzzles and the hidden object scenes chose to be merciful with the players, so they offer variety instead of sheer difficulty.
I'll give this game a positive review but be warned, patience is required while playing. The main issue is the nonsensical use of many items. You get to the point where you just try every item on every place you can. For instance, place a bottle (completely empty) on its side on the floor and all the bugs and spiders scuttling around will crawl into it. If only! Also, you'll use a knife or hammer and throw it away, only to need a similar item a few moments later. I really wanted to throttle the main character. Okay, my rant is over. That aside, the game is quite well done. There's a map with fast travel that, though it doesn't tell you where actions can be performed, DOES tell you areas where everything is completely finished. There's also decent voice acting, spooky music, gorgeous scenery, and fun cutscenes. There are ingame achievements and you earn Christmas decorations for each one you complete. Puzzles CAN be extremely difficult - mainly because at times it's difficult to figure out what they even want you to accomplish. However, this is a Collector's Edition so it comes with a strategy guide. (Or you can hit "skip" like I did with a couple >.>) The CE also includes a bonus adventure, music, wallpapers, and, ya know, the works. Considering the great Christmasy atmosphere of the game, I know I'll play it again at some point in the future. And I'm guessing that most hidden object/ puzzle fans will enjoy this adventure. (But WITH patience, remember) :p
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Дополнительная информация
| Разработчик | AMAX Interactive |
| Платформы | Windows |
| Ограничение возраста | Нет |
| Дата релиза | 02.02.2025 |
| Отзывы пользователей | 100% положительных (8) |