Nancy Drew®: Mystery of the Seven Keys™ (2024)

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Developer: HeR Interactive
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Rating: 2.9 of 5, 339 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 12 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You explore detailed historic environments at a relaxed pace, piecing together clues through conversations, puzzles, and observation.

atmosphericpuzzle solvinginvestigativestory richpoint & clickcasualexploration focusedfirst person

What players say

Players are split on this entry. Fans of the series say it improves over Midnight in Salem but lacks the charm of older games, with dated 3D graphics and empty environments. Common complaints center on unclear direction without hints, unintuitive puzzles that require a guide, and stiff voice acting, though some enjoy the story and puzzle variety.

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