Nancy Drew - Legend of the Crystal Skull

Point-n-Click, Mystery

October 2007

Third Person

"This is one of the first Nancy Drew mysteries that, I am happy to report, has very few chores! Most of the non-linear puzzles revolve around the investigative method of finding clues and saving them for later use.

"Voice acting is up to par with previous entries, and the characters’ animations, from lip-synching to gesturing, is nearly flawless and very realistic. The dialogue, as always, is well-written and sprinkled with comedic bits for those who like a little wit with their whodunit. And for those who also like to learn something along the way, hoodoo (and even dental anatomy!) play key roles in some of the puzzles.

"It should also be noted that the opportunity to play as Bess was a welcome and refreshing change for the series. With a few simple clicks of the inventory -- which is very efficient and easy to use, I might add -- you can switch between Nancy and Bess quickly, which comes in handy when information that one obtains can help the other solve a puzzle.

"Many steadfast fans of the Nancy Drew series (myself included) have been complaining that the series has been going downhill recently. While some enhancements have been made to each game, the feeling of the older games has been lost and the newer games have revolved around the same dull plot and lengthy chores. I am pleased to say, however, that this game is a step up from its predecessors and takes into account many of the gripes that most longtime fans have had recently. The graphics and puzzles in particular have been improved significantly, and while there are still some weak areas here and there, the overall product is wholly satisfying. If you’re looking for light entertainment and solid gameplay, Legend of the Crystal Skull is worth your dollar."

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Technical Support
FAQs
Demo (PC)
Desktop Wallpaper
Mini-Game
Hints & Tips (message board)
Trailer (30 seconds)
Extended Trailer (2 minutes)
Easter Egg

Hints
(1) Jr Level (2) Jr & Sr Levels

PC REQUIREMENTS:

Windows® XP/Vista
1 GHz or greater Pentium or equivalent class CPU
128 MB of RAM
1 GB or more of hard drive space
32 MB DirectX 9.0 compatible video card
16 bit DirectX compatible sound card
24X CD-ROM drive, mouse, and speakers

2 CD-ROMs
Digital download from Her Interactive (851.4 MB)

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	Point-n-Click, Mystery
	October 2007
	Her Interactive Her Interactive
	*Third* *Person* "This is one of the first Nancy Drew mysteries that, I am happy to report, has very few chores! Most of the non-linear puzzles revolve around the investigative method of finding clues and saving them for later use. "Voice acting is up to par with previous entries, and the characters’ animations, from lip-synching to gesturing, is nearly flawless and very realistic. The dialogue, as always, is well-written and sprinkled with comedic bits for those who like a little wit with their whodunit. And for those who also like to learn something along the way, hoodoo (and even dental anatomy!) play key roles in some of the puzzles. "It should also be noted that the opportunity to play as Bess was a welcome and refreshing change for the series. With a few simple clicks of the inventory -- which is very efficient and easy to use, I might add -- you can switch between Nancy and Bess quickly, which comes in handy when information that one obtains can help the other solve a puzzle. "Many steadfast fans of the Nancy Drew series (myself included) have been complaining that the series has been going downhill recently. While some enhancements have been made to each game, the feeling of the older games has been lost and the newer games have revolved around the same dull plot and lengthy chores. I am pleased to say, however, that this game is a step up from its predecessors and takes into account many of the gripes that most longtime fans have had recently. The graphics and puzzles in particular have been improved significantly, and while there are still some weak areas here and there, the overall product is wholly satisfying. If you’re looking for light entertainment and solid gameplay, Legend of the Crystal Skull is worth your dollar." -
	A-
	box front


	Technical Support FAQs Demo (PC) Desktop Wallpaper Mini-Game Hints & Tips (message board) Trailer (30 seconds) Extended Trailer (2 minutes) Easter Egg
	Hints (1) Jr Level (2) Jr & Sr Levels
	*PC REQUIREMENTS:* Windows® XP/Vista 1 GHz or greater Pentium or equivalent class CPU 128 MB of RAM 1 GB or more of hard drive space 32 MB DirectX 9.0 compatible video card 16 bit DirectX compatible sound card 24X CD-ROM drive, mouse, and speakers
	2 CD-ROMs Digital download from Her Interactive (851.4 MB)