Missing
by Dreamcatcher Interactive
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Product Summary
Brand: NavarreFormat: CD-ROM
Release Date: 2004-06-30
Platform: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows XP
Model: PCO43650MB
Publisher: Dreamcatcher Interactive
Product features:
- Innovative gameplay - Receive actual e-mail from virtual characters and The Phoenix himself
- Use these email and other evidence as clues, to put together the pieces of the puzzle
- Visit all kinds of Websites within the game to collect information and solve the case
Video Game Reviews of Missing
Customer Review: Don't Miss "Missing"--A Different And Innovative Breed Of Adventure Gaming
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't typically review video games, but the other overall reviewer scores did not do justice to this innovative game. I do love adventure gaming--particularly if it's a dark and disturbing journey. The more wicked, the more macabre--the better. I have enjoyed the traditional point-and-click type of game ("The Beast Within" was my first foray into computer games and will always hold a special place in my heart as one of the absolute best!) They can be a bit corny, they can be a bit repetitive and most of them follow the same formula--but I lean toward this convention because they are the most "movie-like" of games. "Missing" uses some of the same storytelling devices, but provides a new twist (which is rare in this day).
This unique game sets you up as an investigator looking into the disappearance of two reporters and tracking a serial killer. Unlike a point-and-click adventure, however, you are not navigating a character through the action. You and your computer are the action. You receive messages, clues, and puzzles that you must decipher to get the story to unfold and follow the murderer's trail. The video segments used are jaggedly cut and reminiscent of the film "Seven" in motif. You actually communicate with the killer, he taunts you. You receive email from him and other interested parties--it is a fully immersive environment. But it is a smart game, too. You use the Internet to research clues, you need to be logical, you need to think--"Missing" is not a kid's game (rated 17+).
The game also challenges your manual dexterity. Some of the puzzles require you to play rather arbitrary games--some of which are very difficult. While not my favorite part of the game, I always got a huge sense of accomplishment when I finished a particularly nasty challenge. Every time you solve something (physically or mentally), you are treated to more video images. These are exceedingly well done, well acted, and increasingly scary.
This game won many awards for good cause. It's innovative, different and without question one of the most intriguing games in recent years. Challenge you intellect, for once, and stop a madman in the process. KGHarris, 12/06.
Description of Missing
Missing immerses you in a dark and frightening world. A journalist investigating a possible serial killer has disappeared. The production company he worked for receives a disturbing CD-ROM of video footage involving hisinvestigation. An elaborate game has started -- enter a serial killer's mind and try to unravel the bloody secrets hidden by someone called "The Phoenix".Simulation Games
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