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Fairy Tale Mysteries: The Puppet Thief Collector's Edition 
$ 13.99 USD or 2 credits
Once upon a time, there was a man who went from town to town with songs and poetry, capturing the souls of children. From generation to generation, the tale was told. But every fairy tale has its true bitter beginning. Now a new evil has visited the town of Arbourshire, and children have been going missing. A mysterious puppet theatre seems to be at the centre of their disappearance. The town is in an uproar! A mob roams the streets and the Brothers Grimm have assigned the task of discovering the truth behind the Fairy Tale Mystery to you! Discover the truth behind the myth and save the children!
This is a special Collector's Edition release full of exclusive extras you won’t find in the standard version. As a bonus, Collector's Edition purchases count toward three stamps on your Monthly Game Club Punch Card!
The Collector’s Edition includes:
- Bonus Chapter
- Integrated Strategy Guide
- Wallpapers
- Concept Art
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Game System Requirements:
- OS: Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
- CPU: 1.8 GHz
- RAM: 1024 MB
- DirectX: 9.1
- Hard Drive: 1125 MB
Game Manager System Requirements:
- Browser: Internet Explorer 7 or later
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Fairy Tale Mysteries: The Puppet Thief Collector's Edition
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Challenging
I have to respectfully disagree with the other player who found the HOSs too difficult. I found them to be just challenging enough. I played on the casual level, which I always do until I purchase the game, and I have been playing these games for years. I only had to use a hint in an HOS a couple of times. I don't like them to be so easy that I just breeze through yet I don't want them so difficult that it uses up the entire hour. I will be buying this.
December 2, 2012
A Grimm Tale
I played the full Demo and really enjoyed it I had no problem with the HO's they were done in a slightly different way you had to be sure to check reflections in a mirror or water in a fountain but it wasn't too dark yes sometimes a lipstick seems odd but if it is too for the time would we be able to recognise it . I have more problem when the items are translated and make no sense ! The storyline was straight out of a Grimm fairy tale and thats the point you have to solve the mystery behind the fairy tale. Acting as A detective every so often you are sent or find telegrams that point you in the right direction to defeat the puppet master and undo the magic . Overall I really enjoyed what I played the graphics were crisp and clear I played in the easier mode because I am not a big fan of the HO's and they can waste time on the demo I think I will probably buy now and use my game credits I enjoyed it enough to want to finish it .Give it a try you may just enjoy it
December 2, 2012
Fairy Tale Mysteries - not so mysterious
A fairly bland game, this isn't really adding anything to what's already out there. I played about 45 minutes of the game in difficult mode. So the good bits first: I thought the storyline was interesting (if not new), the cutscenes were good and the music adding to the atmosphere but was unobtrusive.
As for the bad bits, I found the HOS and mini-games very easy and predictable and went through them very quickly, even in difficult mode. I also thought the background scenes looked too computer animated and a bit pixelated, and weren't very interesting.
So overall, I think it's not bad but it's not challenging enough and a bit boring.
I think if you're after a similar story, then I recommend the Joyville series; it's much better and keeps your attention focused on the game!
December 2, 2012
Great game!
I enjoyed the story despite there being many games about puppets. I have not played any games with the same plot storyline. The HOS were great and not too hard to see items. I really don't like HOS that the items are so small you can barely see them. I do prefer to have maps but in this game it really wasn't needed. It wasn't one of those games where you have to back and forth so much it's almost unbearable. The puzzles were not very challenging. Artwork was very beautiful and I enjoyed reading the journal. Keep the bonus chapters coming. I always look forward to the bonus chapter in collector's editions and I am highly disappointed when there isn't one.
December 20, 2012
Fun game
Enjoyed this game very much. Excellent graphics and easy to play, hints very good. Didn't like the voiceovers and thought they were a bit 'over the top'.
December 7, 2012
Shortest CE I've played
Fairy Tale Mysteries: Puppet Thief CE is the shortest CE I've ever played -- even shorter than the latest Dream Chronicles CE's (Book of Air and Book of Water). I finished the main game in a piddling 2hr 2min. The Bonus game added another hour -- mostly due to getting stuck trying to solve a rotator puzzle. The Bonus game has nothing to do with the main game, other than that the Grimm Brothers have given you another mystery to solve. I play games on casual because my eyes aren't so good and I don't want to have to wait all year waiting for Hints to recharge for objects I have no chance of ever spotting -- for example small safety pins and a gray owl head that was about 1/8 of an inch in diameter. I don't skip puzzles unless they malfunction -- which did not happen in this game. I was able to solve most hidden object scenes without using more than one Hint, though there were a couple where I had to use 3 Hints. I was expecting a lot worse going by some of the other the user reviews. I don't "rush" through games, and do take time to look at the scenery. I say all this to make it clear I'm not a speed demon when it comes to playing games. The game itself isn't bad. The graphics are clear even though the game takes place at night, the environments are interesting to look at and explore, and the animations are nice. The biggest problem is it's just too short to recommend at full price.
December 7, 2012
Is this an SE or a CE?
Liked the game alot but seemed pretty short for a CE. The ending to the main game seemed abrupt also. I had no glitches and the music was good. Graphics were clear also. The story was pretty good but I am no expert and it only took me 4 hours to finish. SPOILER; We never got to see the kids released or the villagers, etc. The brothers just told us about them. Kind of a feeling of not finishing. The bonus chapter was the same way...you got told you were finished. Bummer.
December 6, 2012
Excellent Game - Not the "Same Old Puppets"
I thoroughly enjoyed the game.
Graphics were very clear.
There were more HO Scenes, then I prefer, but the game still seemed to flow well for my tastes.
People disappear, but this is NOT like other Puppet stories. You must defeat a person that uses magic to take people. I only saw 1 person that was turned into a puppet, which later on was turned back into a person.
December 4, 2012
After the tryout
After playing the tryout period I don't find the flaws others are mentioning. I enjoyed the game. Not too hard or too easy. Some challenging puzzles so far. I will not buy at the collector's edition price, I seldom do, but I will probably go with it when the price comes down.
December 2, 2012
Wait for the SE version, then grab it!
I've just finished playing the demo and, since you have the game outlined for you in previous posts, I would like to comment on aspects other than story line. The graphics are not breathtaking, they are good - perhaps very good would be a better description. The HO games are wonderfully bright! The are uncluttered and the items are fairly, cleverly hidden.
Voiceovers are easy to listen to but, if you are a fast reader, there isn't any way to fast-forward the dialog - your only option is to skip the scene altogether. Puzzles are, for the most part, not difficult and inventory use is clear. I enjoyed the demo but will wait for the SE version. Lately, few games merit the CE cost.
I wish players such as myself who collect HOGs as a way to relax and enjoy some quiet time would collectively tell the creators of these games that they are losing focus. The games seem to be morphing into another genre and I can only say that such a move will never work. Stick with the customer base you have and continue to bring back the light into the dark and gloomy games! Oh how I wish for another Royal Trouble!
December 2, 2012
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