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Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor

A true departure for the series as Nancy travels to England for her scariest and most mysterious adventure yet. Witches and werewolves and runes and spells are all part of the fun as Nancy attempts to uncover who is behind the mysterious goings-on that have left a newlywed bride confined to her bedroom. Curse of Blackmoor Manor is the most adult yet of the Nancy Drew games.

Guest reviewer Jonathan Boakes (yes that Jonathan Boakes, the developer of Darkfall & Lights Out) found much to like at Blackmoor Manor, ‘There is a well-disguised element to the Nancy games that I rather like. They do not only set out to pass the time, or sometimes entertain. There is a very impressive goal at work within the fun, and that goal is to educate. I have learnt a little more about alchemy while researching in “Blackmoor’s” library and on Nancy’s web enabled cell phone, but that isn’t what I am referring to. Beyond my fun, there is a drive to include a little etiquette alongside the gameplay. It comes in small subtle references, and comments by those present inside the game world. It isn’t fussy, or preachy, and makes an awful lot of sense. For example, Nancy no longer uses her cell phone in front of other characters, as it might appear rude. What a charming, well-mannered girl she must be. A more cynical player may find these touches nauseous, or even insulting, but I found them quite refreshing. Perhaps Her interactive see themselves as the Finishing School for Girls who are not afraid of a mouse. Again, it was a nice touch.’

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