Adventure Escape Mysteries Reviews

I have played all of the Adventure Escape Mystery games and was appalled and exceedingly disturbed by the conversational content of the new Puzzle Lovers game. They have choices such as “Let’s get naked”, “I would have hooked up with all of them”, “Let’s get in bed together and see what happens”, and “I’m so horny.” It is overtly and explicitly sexual, completely unacceptable and unnecessary. This game is rated 12+ but my daughter plays these games, and I do not appreciate the fact that they have these phrases included.

I would hope that this game would be updated to remove these grotesquely and obscene remarks. One thing I like about the other games are the subtler hints at romance while uncovering the mystery, not about “getting it on”. I enjoy the stories and the mysteries, with the exception of Puzzle Lovers, and the comments distract from the mysteries. They made me feel extremely uncomfortable. The sexual remarks are the worst thing I have ever seen in a children’s game and am completely abhorred. There are several other ways this game could incorporate romance and romantic phrases without being crass.

My friend and I have been enjoying playing many of these games, especially the advanced level ones which we play together because of the difficulty. And then we got to Haunted Hunt. I have never played a more inane and absurd game in all my life, and that includes the games I played with my children when they were toddlers. At first, being able to switch between human and animal was interesting. It made sense, for example, that the attic space above the seance room was too small for me to fit in as a human. But then I was able to not only lift the metal gauntlets—made for a grown man—but also take them into the same tiny attic space and put them on my wings in order to scoop up the silver musket ball. As we played on, the puzzles got more and more random and nonsensical. Trying to figure out from the map the codes for the traps was absolutely incomprehensible madness. There was no skill involved, no way to figure out the meaning behind the acceptable answers. It’s hard to explain how bizarre it was! I did give it one star, however, because it was kind of fun to drink three glasses of wine and then dive into the insanity pool that this game is. And one more thing, where the heck was Joan??

During this unprecedented time in our global history when we’re all inside thanks to the Covid quarantine, my escape room partner and I have had to content ourselves with online escape/adventure games. We thought we had hit on a nice compilation with your series. We played many of them and found them clever albeit slightly average in difficulty, but all in all a nice way to consume some time. Then we landed on The Covenant and have mutually decided never to play another of your games again. Murdering animals, gratuitously and for no truly good reason, and in a way that defies explanation and good sense might be fine for some, but it’s not for us. Animals used as a source of food is one thing, but to watch an animal suffer and die a torturous death is something that should never be put in a wannabe fun and mindbending escape game. Of course, with The Covenant, you crossed so many lines of good taste that we hardly know where to start. But the murder of animals is sufficient. I advise you all, everyone on your team, to rethink your strategy and rethink your collective mindset toward murder, gore and gratuitous nonsense… especially when it comes to innocent creatures. Bye bye.

I don’t normally write reviews even for games I cannot stand. I downloaded this game because of the reviews given. Why I say don’t waste your time… you are not given enough information to complete a task. The levels listed as beginner are still crazy hard to figure out without buying clues. You are left wondering what to do. Clicking on anything and everything to figure it out. Some things if you sit and think about it are easy, but most things until explained in a clue you are left dumb founded and stuck. You have to BUY the stars. You are only awarded stars when you complete a level or find a hidden one. But because too many times in a chapter you are left… what now you cannot continue. As a beginner you should have a few entry level games that gives you plenty of clues until you figure out how you, the developers are thinking. And can move on to less clues. Your explanations are pitiful. I would be satisfied with at least having to watch a video to get stars. You can do that with keys but not stars. And stars are what you need to get clues. You are forced to BUY THEM! The graphics are great, but not worth any money. Before you know it you will have spent 100 and nothing to show for it.

I’ve been playing your games for many many years way before there were any keys or stuff like that. So it’s a little disappointing but I get it but now you have keys primarily because it kills the storyline and some of the older stories you had to remember things from past chapters in order to solve that chapters puzzle. But like I said I get it. Could you please make it so you can have more than two keys at a time even on other games like candy crush you get 4 “lives.” Also I have noticed that I am always able to connect to the Internet to buy stuff but not to watch the free videos to speed up time. It keeps saying no Internet connection. Also what’s the timer for refilling the ability to be able to speed up time for free. Mine never seems to refill. Idk if that’s a glitch. Other than that cool new stories, I really like the incorporation of star charts and translating symbols. And I would love to see more optimistic story endings/ or if they have a sad ending for them to say to be continued so there is some hope. I loved the scary story concept but the ending was frustrating. It needed that assertive optimism like in the cop stories. Also at the end it would be great to see what would have happened if you made the other choices with storyline structure and characters. Also I like the incorporation of instructions in the “?” Bubble.
Keep it up!

Folks at Haiku games do this really well. Their point-and-click, story-based games complete with interesting characters and locales are simply the best. They don’t need another review to fortify their already stellar reputation in the genre but if I may say so - please continue with the same or even better till…I don’t know when because it appears to be an impossibility, to become tired of such games, that is. Only do keep the ads to this level and no more. Kudos, and good luck. Update: the latest release Sweet dreams has been a disappointment. I am hoping you will not follow the crowd in making such overtly gimmicky, sparkly, eye-catching yet uninspiring and forgettable plots and puzzles. Please go back to the drawing board and let your earlier efforts (before this leap to be on trend) be your guide to making the sort of games you are so appreciated for - games that have immersive stories with intriguing puzzles that leave a deeper, lasting impression. Thanks very much for hearing me out.

Most of these are great, lots of gameplay per chapter/key. I def recommend. Fun, quick, yet satisfyingly challenging puzzles. Loved Covenant and Squires Tale - so lighthearted and reminded me of the Merlin tv show.

However, some of these games are so short you use all keys and time skips instantly with very little game play. Some of the “beginner” games are not beginner at all (I play all levels I would not put some of these in that category). I didn’t expect to be doing a full game of mahjong and sodoku. I guess that’s why the chapters were soooo short, because you spend forever trying to do those couple puzzles. It clogged up the pace of gameplay. I didn’t download mahjong or sodoku for a reason lol!

Stories are interesting! Really enjoyed and got creeped out with Mirror Man. Also, in every game, tapping on objects actually registers, unlike some other point and click games where you tap and nothing happens because it’s so fickle. Overall I really enjoyed AdventureEscapeMysteries. Just got frustrated playing a couple that ate up my keys and stopped the flow with incredibly long winded puzzles that are their own games.

I’m really good at escape games & in all honesty my dream career would be investigative work in criminal activity. However, choosing to have a family was more important. That set aside, these games have to be immense to even keep me going. I’ve been “stuck” several times to say the least & I'm not certain if a couple of those moments were my fault or the lack of information given on the games end. So whichever way you look at it, this game is on a streak of not wanting me to uninstall it, that is for sure. I play & play until I figure it out, & trust me... that alone can make you want to lose it 😂😂. No, but really this game is infatuating at first and becomes almost too much to walk away from. ALSO, I’ve purchased one package for $5 that seemed worth it. Don’t just waste money on games unless you have money to waste.

Great game. You won’t be disappointed. At. All.

I’m so glad I decided to play your Haiku Escape games, cause usually I like the more realistic style Escape games. But these are so rich with color, texture, story lines, dialogue, and especially game play that I have become hooked on this style of Escape games. I think the puzzles and challenges are very unique and thoughtful. I salute the person(s) that put the logic together for these games. They are geniuses. I can play these games for hours and not get bored or run out of puzzles and challenges because there is a continuous storyline, that keeps me interested and engaged. I like that there are different levels of difficulty too. But even at the “beginner’s” level the challenges are difficult enough to make you think (logically and “outside the box”). Which is what I think an “Escape” challenge should be all about. So keep them coming Haiku. You’re doing an Awesome job keeping someone as mentally picky as me challenged.

I have played Haiku Games for years and I have loved every single one of their games. Every one of their games showcases how passionate the devs are about their craft and these games are so good I’m surprised they’re free. They could’ve have locked some of their games behind paywalls but instead they took a healthier approach to monetizing their games through AdventureEscapeMysteries. Yes you get ads before each new chapter you play but by buying the $5 starter pack you can get rid of them forever and you get extra keys and stars along with it. For me personally, $5 doesn’t seem like a lot when I also take into account that I’m supporting the amazing people that create these games. Haiku Games, you will always be famous because you create amazing puzzle games that really don’t compare to anything that’s currently on AdventureEscapeMysteries Store

Really it should be these games because it’s many games in one app. I’ve played the beginner modules and one of the intermediate modules so far and I’m having a lot of fun. I admit when I’m tired I’ve used a walkthrough to get me unstuck, but most of the time I know I just need to hunt a bit longer for the next clue. Some of the puzzles are easy and some more challenging within the same story so the difficulty varies which I like, they don’t just get harder and harder. The storylines have been fun. I like that I can watch ads to reduce the wait time on keys. Normally I’m very stingy with in-app purchases, but I really feel that the developers have made an awesome game and deserve compensation so I will be purchasing keys occasionally.

I do wish the modules were either grouped by difficulty or had something to indicate at a glance beginner/intermediate/advanced without having to read the description for each one.

Haiku games are some of the only escape games in AdventureEscapeMysteries Store worth playing. Compelling stories, user friendly, fun puzzles and interaction, and aesthetically pleasing. I’ve been a long time fan. Despite that, I’ve never left a review. I’m leaving a review now because I think it’s important to advocate for a product I enjoy, as well as contextualize this new game format. I know it’s received a lot of (I believe) unfair criticism.

Normally I take issue with app models that require you to wait to play, but Haiku escape games are so high quality that I can’t really begrudge them. Most escape games in AdventureEscapeMysteries Store are depressingly low quality. Haiku games are the exception and take time, energy and skill to produce and we are lucky enough to play them FOR FREE. Most games like this would require payment upon purchase. Each chapter is long enough that I think that so long as the ads only play after COMPLETING the chapter I don’t think it’s unreasonable for the producers to use this model. This is a quality product that the game designers deserve to be compensated for.

A potential solution might be a pricier in-app purchase that gives unlimited keys, or however many keys are needed to complete a story without needing to purchase more. That way users who take issue with the new format can buy out a story and play freely, but game producers are still compensated fairly.

You see, I love the haiku mystery games. They’re worth my time and twist my brain so I don’t become dull. But with this one, I have one problem that I consistently find: the stars that help with gaining hints are hard to find.
Don’t get me wrong, it keeps my eyes peeled so if I do need a hint, I can get it. However, unlike the keys that are supplied over time, they aren’t and have to be found little by little as the game goes on. And to add on to the worry of finding them, they are carried over from other mysteries in the game.
This is where I falter on giving the game five stars. The hint stars are harder and harder to find and I have a hard time weighing the facts of buying the stars with money or just trying to figure out something that seems impossible for the next few hours, much less days.
It could be operator error on my part as I may not catch on as fast as I’d want or something like that, but I think that it would be something to consider.

I have played many of these escape games only to get a few levels before you have to pay to play the whole game and the cost was always a ridiculous amount. This developer not only doesn’t charge to play but they don’t even have ads that pop up every time you complete a task. They have multiple scenarios to choose from and every one has a great story or plot. The only ads I’ve noticed is when you are out of stars to open next level, you can watch some ads to speed up timer that will give you the star quicker. I’ve already played 2 different scenarios and I’m hooked. On Some puzzles you have to really think outside the box and may take a while to solve. I haven’t found any flaws yet and don’t think I will. The developers have done an absolute STELLAR job with AdventureEscapeMysteries and I’m not sure why this game isn’t promoted more on other game ads. I know I can only give 5 stars but if I could, I would definitely give 10. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Keep up the great work and I would love to see more games from these developers.

Haiku makes the best adventure games with the most interesting puzzles. The time they take crafting the story, puzzles, and characters ensures that you are going to get a superior product without paying and minimal advertising. They are well above the major Adventure/Puzzle game makers in quality and originality. If you typically burn through games and are used to the every week releases “free to try, pay to unlock collectors edition” hidden object/puzzle games you might be surprised that a small independent game company has set the bar. Don’t be. Haiku doesn’t put out weekly games, the put out great games.
Until next time Adventure Escape or Solve It, bravo! Can’t wait for the release of Haunted Hunt again.
Long time fan. (Trapmaker, Allied Spies, Time Library)

Note to developers: Please, color blind mode. Red/green cb affects many males. The neon light puzzles kill me. Neon green or yellow? purple or blue? You are not the only developers that have this issue, but you might be the only ones who would care enough to come up with a solution.

The mini-game puzzles in these stories are the best I’ve played. For example, in “Dark Ruins” the swimming in underwater caves game, the blocking the alligators with a gate game, the creating a path through croc pit game, etc. are so fun to play because you have to try, fail, accumulate knowledge, try again, etc. so that when you do “win,” it is really satisfying and fun. Add to that - the mini-games are just plain pretty to look at (like the gems and casings mini-game in the “Pirate” mystery), cleverly fit into the overall story “plot” (rescuing kidnapped partner game in “Dark Ruins”), and often unique (dumb-waiter game in “Pirate” story). So, whoever is creating and designing these, if anyone ever rolls their eyes at you because you make games for a living, know this: I live in a “hotspot,” I take care of and worry about an 88 yr old parent in my home and I worry about a 19 yr old who went off to a college dorm. I worry almost all the time. But, I find I can take my mind off things for a while when I play these games. I truly need and appreciate that. So, kudos to you.

So I found this game via an ad from a puzzle game (I think it was one of those can’t quite remember) the game sparked my interest like actually sparked it, instead ugh seen this ad 1000 times guess I’ll try it out. To my surprise this game is a treasure trove I love puzzle games and it has a lot and the developers are adding as I type! The only con I see isn’t actually that bad and is something Idm. So first to get into any of the story’s you must watch an ad after the first one you began (assuming it’s not just for the first game you actually start) and you use keys to access the content. but unlike other game makers like big fish you can just watch it and get into it without paying for anything! not to mention if you run out of keys it’s just a 2 hour wait! Or 4 or more ads to get a free key 2 mins seems amazing don’t ya think! Other then that I can’t think of more to add if anything I suggest you try it. If it hits you like it did me then great enjoy! If not then you only wasted abit of time.

I’ve been playing adventure escape games for years and there is really nothing quite like them available in AdventureEscapeMysteries Store. The quality in the content and the graphics puts their games well above any mobile games I have played, and when I look for other games to fill the time between AE releases I am always disappointed. Even the model they used to introduce ads and the keys to unlock chapters was done very fairly. Almost every other mobile game I have played has near constant ads and AE does not. Also, I kind of like that the key system prevents me from playing through the whole game super quickly. I enjoy the games so much and they do take time to produce so I can appreciate slowing down and enjoying each one a little longer.

I don’t usually write reviews but I feel like some of the other reviewers have been really unfair. Haiku puts out really good games, with very few ads, that can be played entirely for free. I’m not sure how anyone could ask for more.

I only like escape room games. And Adventure Escape mysteries encompasses everything I look for: the point and click, interesting story, amazing illustrations, mini games/puzzles, challenging enough. Though I have played and beat all of them, they have gotten a lot easier for me. My only complaint is that I wish they were longer and there needs to be way more games by this developer. I finished Psychic Squad last night and was very impressed (especially since the protagonist has my name lol). The story was very interesting. I was explaining the story to my boyfriend and he was intrigued. Even mentioned how it would make an interesting movie. They can be a little cheesy, but who doesn’t love cheese? Lol. I have been looking all over for other escape room games like this, and I have found a few decent ones, but AE definitely set the bar high. And it’s free! Just get it. You won’t be disappointed. Just make sure you download this one first because some of the stories in this one are available to download in AdventureEscapeMysteries Store.

Haiku Games for the win! I have downloaded and played every game they have created (I'm still working on a couple). I have nothing bad to say... (as a personal preference, I wish there weren't timed puzzles, even if there are very few of them) but when it comes to those I have my gamer son take over. I don't do well with pressure. 😬

I have been playing these games for a couple years now. I get so excited every time a new game gets released. Can't beat the price, how well they are crafted and it's exciting to see different difficulty levels. Also will share a tiny secret, if you get beyond stuck... 1st revisit after a small break, if that doesn't work, try hints, if your out of stars ✨ (please do your best to support the creators and purchase more, if its a $ issue then try visiting ‘app unwrapper’ online.

Thanku Haiku for your hard work, time and love you have shared to everyone through your games! PLEASE keep it up... We're all praying for more! 🙏 💕