Nancy Drew®: Midnight in Salem

I love Nancy Drew games, i have been playing them since i was a kid and always played when a new one came out, but this game is horrible. The new navigation system is unusable, the characters and animations are atrocious. The interactions with the dialog even are bad. I am refunding this game . i cant play it. The newer game is actually much better. this was just a very bad nancy drew game. I recommend skipping it.

4⭐ / 5⭐ 身为 ND 的老粉丝，其实在2021年就购买了这个最新系列，但是全新的操控方式、镜头移动与声优的更改让我无法继续玩下去。就这样弃坑到2026年才重拾游戏。 老实说，故事情节上感觉有点保守，缺少了反转。玩完了却有点不过瘾。(｡ŏ_ŏ) 解密方法已经很不错了。有纳入了新的游戏方式，也沿用了一些以前的玩法；但是新的操作方式删除了以前会帮忙做笔记的的功能，对非英语为媒介语的玩家有点不友好，很容易遗漏各种信息。 镜头的运镜方式很让人头大💦(っ﹏-)💦 一直拼命按按按转换镜头，有时候还会按错，然后走错方向。 整体来说，其实有点复杂。说好玩吧，却感觉不太完整。说不好嘛，可是却还行。

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This was honestly the worst Nancy Drew game i have ever played, would not recommend

No es de los mejores. El salto de perspectiva entre personajes es forzado e innecesario. Hay demasiado diálogo y eso hace que la experiencia sea un poco vaga, aunque se pone mejor hacia el final.

Developed and published by HeR Interactive, Nancy Drew: Midnight in Salem represents a major turning point for the long-running mystery adventure franchise. Built on a new engine with redesigned visuals, updated controls, and a fresh presentation style, the game attempts to modernize the classic detective formula while preserving the investigative gameplay that fans have enjoyed for years. Set in the famous town of Salem, Massachusetts, the story revolves around an arson case involving Mei Parry, who quickly becomes the prime suspect after a historic mansion is set ablaze. Nancy Drew arrives to uncover the truth, only to find herself entangled in a web of family rivalries, hidden agendas, and centuries-old legends connected to the infamous Salem witch trials. The game's strongest feature is its storytelling. Rather than relying solely on supernatural scares, the narrative skillfully mixes historical events with fictional mysteries, encouraging players to separate rumor from reality. As Nancy interviews local residents, researches old documents, and follows an expanding trail of clues, the investigation becomes increasingly layered. Every suspect has believable motivations and personal secrets, making it difficult to determine who can truly be trusted. The gradual pacing allows the mystery to unfold naturally, rewarding careful observation and logical thinking instead of rushing players toward the conclusion. Exploration plays a larger role than ever thanks to the transition to fully navigable 3D environments. Players can examine historical landmarks, private residences, museums, and other carefully designed locations throughout Salem while searching for evidence. Conversations are more detailed than in many previous Nancy Drew games, with dialogue choices revealing additional information about characters and the town's complicated history. Collecting clues, reviewing evidence, and revisiting locations all contribute to solving the central mystery, giving players the satisfying feeling of conducting a genuine detective investigation. Puzzle design remains an essential part of the experience. Players encounter logic challenges, environmental puzzles, coded messages, historical research tasks, and inventory-based problems that require close attention to detail. The inclusion of both Junior and Senior Detective difficulty settings makes the game approachable for newcomers while still offering experienced players a more demanding investigation. Although some longtime fans may find the puzzles slightly less intricate than those found in earlier installments, they remain well integrated into the narrative and rarely feel disconnected from the overall mystery. The atmospheric presentation successfully captures the unique character of Salem. Historic buildings, dimly lit interiors, quiet streets, and references to local folklore create a setting filled with tension and curiosity. The soundtrack complements the investigation with subtle musical themes that emphasize mystery without overwhelming the player, while ambient environmental effects strengthen the sense of immersion. Voice performances generally suit the cast, though longtime followers of the series may notice the transition to a new voice actress for Nancy, marking a significant change after decades of consistency. While the visual overhaul is ambitious, it also introduces some noticeable shortcomings. Character animations occasionally appear stiff, facial expressions lack emotional depth, and certain technical issues can interrupt the otherwise immersive experience. Navigation and camera controls sometimes feel less refined than expected, particularly when compared to the smoother presentation of earlier games. The investigation also includes several lengthy conversations and repeated trips between locations, which can slow the pacing during the middle portions of the adventure. One of the game's most appealing qualities is its educational value. The story incorporates genuine elements of Salem's history, including references to the witch trials, colonial architecture, and local traditions. Instead of presenting historical facts as simple background information, the game weaves them directly into puzzles, dialogue, and the central mystery, making the learning experience feel meaningful and engaging. This combination of entertainment and historical curiosity has long been one of the Nancy Drew series' defining strengths, and Midnight in Salem continues that tradition effectively. Although the transition to a modern presentation is not flawless, Nancy Drew: Midnight in Salem ultimately succeeds by delivering an engaging detective adventure built around an intriguing mystery, memorable characters, and a richly realized historical setting. Players willing to overlook its technical imperfections will discover a thoughtful investigation that emphasizes observation, deduction, and storytelling over action. It may not surpass the strongest entries in the franchise, but it remains a worthwhile experience for mystery fans and an encouraging step forward for the series as it embraces a new generation of technology. Rating: 6/10

С детства люблю Нэнси Дрю! Играла практически во все части. Не понимаю, почему так много хейта в сторону этой игры. Мне она понравилась! Очень атмосферная, более живая, чем некоторые предыдущие части. Здесь гораздо больше персонажей и взаимодействий. Да, головоломок, как будто, не так много, они вполне решаемы — и это здорово! Порой просто бросаешь игру из-за слишком сложных квестов, частота появления которых уже начинает бесить. Перед приобретением наткнулась на негативные отзывы и засомневалась, стоит ли покупать, но в итоге не пожалела и прекрасно провела время! Очень рада, что компания все еще выпускает свои легендарные игры! Спасибо вам!

The plot is fun and the nostalgia is endearing, but I'm honestly surprised a game from 2019 has such clumsy controls. The game would be much more playable if rotating/panning/turning wasn't such a pain. EDIT: I wrote this review before I played the Hardy Boy's Ghost Hunt scene. The controls are the worst I've ever tried to use in a game. I'm shocked this came out in 2019 and not 2009.

[b] Эта игра - конец Нэнси Дрю. [/b] Весь шарм данной серии игр заключался в том, что многие проходили их в детстве и запомнили ту самую графику и интерфейс, которые теперь приносят теплое чувство ностальгии. Сейчас же движок и стиль игры совершенно поменялись. Разработчики явно хотели как-то шагать в ногу со временем, но теперь это совершенно другая игра, которая не дотягивает до детективов подобного плана, но при этом не имеет ничего общего со старыми играми о Нэнси Дрю. Прохождение зачем-то сделали линейным. Лучше бы просто оставили все как было, придумав новых историй и подтянув графику. Из плюсов могу отметить только возможность пропускать части диалогов. На этом Нэнси Дрю пришел конец. Остается только перепроходить старые выпуски серии.

New way to maneuver feels clunky and hard to track where you have searched. Also this isn't like your typical puzzle solving Nancy Drew game. There are only a few puzzles total in the game and it's mostly just a click along story and a mediocre one at that, the characters are more hollow compared to other games. I wouldn't recommend this one if you were to buy alone even on sale however if you get it in a bundle of games like I did during a sale it's worth a play through. I don't know if I'll every replay this one unlike pretty much all the other ND games I have played.