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Dark Arcana: The Carnival
Dark Arcana: The CarnivalUncover a haunted carnival’s secrets across two twisted worlds
Mystery Case Files: Fate's Carnival
Mystery Case Files: Fate's CarnivalReturn to the haunted carnival and solve Madame Fate's mysteries!
Overview
Description

Dive into a chilling carnival of horrors where you must locate a missing woman by navigating both the familiar realm and a nightmarish mirror dimension. Along the way, solve inventive minigames, uncover hidden objects, and unravel the tragic tale of star‑crossed lovers while preventing the Evil One from breaking free. A clever monkey companion aids your quest, adding charm to the atmospheric, hand‑painted visuals. Experience a blend of mystery, puzzle‑solving, and adventure across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, and iOS.

Step back into the eerie carnival grounds of Madame Fate in this tenth Mystery Case Files adventure. As a lone detective, you’ll explore detailed scenes, uncover hidden objects, and solve intricate puzzles to free trapped spirits and carnival workers.\nThe game blends classic point‑and‑click adventure with brain‑teasing challenges, offering a richly atmospheric experience for puzzle lovers on PC and Mac.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Horror
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of hidden-object adventure puzzles
Puzzle adventure enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99
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release date
2012-10-08
2013-11-26
Specifications
developer
Artifex Mundi
Big Fish Studios
publisher
Artifex Mundi
Elephant Games
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB T
PEGI 12, ESRB T+71%
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging, twisty story
  • Beautiful hand‑painted art style
  • Variety of inventive puzzles
  • Available on many platforms
  • Rich, atmospheric carnival visuals
  • Engaging hidden‑object puzzles
  • Compelling continuation of the series storyline
  • Easy to pick up for new players
Cons
  • Relatively short playtime
  • Some puzzles can be obscure
  • Limited replayability after completion
  • Limited replay value after puzzles are solved
  • No multiplayer or co‑op features
  • Occasional vague hint system
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