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Needed a lot of help

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I'm still pretty new to these types of games, so I'm sure that someone that is used to them probably didn't have the same problem as me, but it seemed like I had to use a walkthrough an awful lot.
The story is pretty interesting and weird. The graphics are nice looking, and there are times that you get chills on the back of your neck.

Would-be great game

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 17, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I started off loving this game. I only played it late at night by myself, and it freaked me out. I love it. But not too far into the game I started to get miffed. I started having to scour every nook and cranny on every single floor at least more than once, in order to be able to move on. When that didn't work, I had to resort to the internet. Because I became so familiar with the house and everything about it, the game went from being scary to irritating. When I finally got into a sealed-off room, instead of thinking, "oo, spooky" I thought, "god, finally". The fun was just kinda sucked out. If you are the type that loves to click EVERY LITTLE THING, then you will love this game. Besides the obscure items that make you go wtf, the graphics are extremely good. I also liked how the storyline was going, and the music was very good and mood-setting. The game is often-times quiet, letting your imagination run wild with just about anything. But, like I said, it started to just become a chore instead of an intriguing mystery. Could've been great.

Great computer game for those not easily freaked out

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: October 31, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Arguably one of the best horror computer games ever created. My mother and I are avid mystery/horror video game fans and have played nearly every Nancy Drew that has come out. However, she's expanded into the Dark Fall series and Jack the Ripper, but we both played this.

This game was so creepy that I refused to play it at night because of what might happen in the game. This is perfect for anyone into solving mysteries. We both enjoyed this very much because it's not a bloody, violent game like so many other games and movies nowadays. Psychological is always better.

The game can take a short or long period of time depending on how fast you finish to how long it takes to find objects etc. I found the controls to be good except when it came to clicking on specific things when you had to get it just so or you wouldn't be able to pick it up.

Hands down, one of the best endings, that had me screaming like a little girl.

Entertaining

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 26, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I found Scratches to be entertaining with just enough eery tones, sounds and graphics to give great atmosphere. There are so few games made for mystery/horror/or just-plain-want-to-play-a-story game, that I gave this one an extra star rating in cosideration of the lack of competition. I'm a mystery/thriller book reader and this game delivered great genre entertainment. Would definitely purchase any sequel or similar product. It's easy to play and there aren't any automatic rifles!

Take your magnifying glass and shove it!!!

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 07, 2007
Author: Amazon User

The other reviews I read had it right.While this game does offer some satisfying puzzle problems,there are some which defy solution(I consider myself pretty good at these).The major gripe I have is that there are sooooo many spots which you have to look closely at(using the magnifying glass)which yield nothing and I mean lots of spots.Also, you collect many objects as you go,but trying to combine them is tricky.The great amount of time you spend opening doors and moving around searching for items(in especially dark locations)really grated on my nerves.I have played way better adventure games,the best being "Keepsake".

Wonderful!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: September 06, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I found this game to be exceptional but there were a few problems. (mild spoilers here, beware)

First of all, the puzzles get to be almost ridiculously difficult. I had to use a walkthrough to get past a few sticky parts.
However on the flipside, the puzzles are pretty true to life. There are no absurd contraptions to fiddle with (thank god), but the puzzles in the game are more difficult then they should be. For instance(spoiler here), the wall safe is behind a picture and the access point for the safe is rather small and easy to miss. You are never given any indication that there is a safe in the game, which is frustrating, however, real life doesn't exactly drop hints either.
And the other problem is that the game ends raising more questions then it answers....But on the bright side, with the Director's Cut version, you get a final chapter called "The Last Visit" which sucks when taken out of context, but does wrap things up pretty well.
I found the game to be amazing on the whole. There were a few truely terrifying scenes to be had, and I am NOT the type to get unnerved. And what makes the scenes so great is that they are not your ho-hum gore, but are brilliantly created using the fantastic music and perfect timing.
The voice acting was a little contrived, I found Michael (your character) to be way overdramatic, but on the other hand, his voice did help break up the sometimes monotony of the game and add to the suspense...even if it was a bit campy.
So, would I recommend this game? Absolutely!, but not to the general masses. I think it had a pretty narrow target audience, but if you enjoy spooky games then this one really delivers.

Complete waste of time

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 4 / 7
Date: August 15, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I want to start by saying that I am avid adventure gamer. I have been playing adventure games all of my life and I was really looking forward to playing this seemingly scary and exciting game. I was horribly mistaken. The game is nothing like what it is advertised to be. Yeah, you hear scratches once, MAYBE twice throughout the entire game. There is no tension and the only reason to keep playing it is in the hopes that something MUST happen eventually. All you end up doing is running around trying to find an object that you must have overlooked because you can't get into ANYTHING and it seems that there is nothing to do. At points, the game really turns into a pixel hunt and becomes increasingly frustrating the more you progress through the game. Despite your aggravation, if you make it to the end, the ridiculous ending if enough to make you scream from the ridiculousness of it. It isn't in any way creative, scary, or even mildly entertaining. I can honestly say that I have not played many games that have disappointed me as much as this one. It truly is a waste of time.

Incomplete....Warning- spoilers here...

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: July 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game starts out great: creepy old estate (with lots of remodeling potential), Mysterious clues about the previous occupants, and only a telephone as a connection to the outside world. The problem is that our hero, "Michael" clearly wants to solve the case and make things right before leaving...but, the writers didn't follow through. There are plenty of items in the inventory that could have taken care of the "final discovery." But, no...After all that work, we leave our responsibilities behind and run like a school girl...There are many unanswered questions...If you like wandering around houses and snooping through drawers, this game is a lot of fun...If you like closure, this game will be frustrating. And what's up with Jerry never bringing the candles or the electrician as promised?

My first adventure game to play

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 12, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I had never even heard of adventure games till I ran across this game and thought it sounded very interesting. I absolutely loved it and I shared it with my sister and I wish more games were made as well as this one. One of my all time favorites along with The Lost Crowne. I highly recommend it. Once you install it you do not need to have the disc in to play. So many games you have to play the CD shuffle that it gets a little annoying. If your new to adventure games, you gotta try this one. Easy navigation. Awesome sound effects. Creepy atmosphere.

slow and boring

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: July 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

NO activity with another being. You also have to find objects in the correct order(frustrating). My wife and I really tried to like this but it was VERY tedious and slow. As for the gameplay and graphics, you'd think this game was made in the 90's.

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