Mystery Case Files: 13th Skull

Big Fish Games

Rank: #1 / 14
Released: 2011
Studio: Big Fish Games
Genre: puzzle video game, hidden object game, adventure video game

At a glance

Mystery Case Files: 13th Skull is a hidden-object puzzle adventure from Big Fish Games, set around a disappearance in a Louisiana mansion. After Sara Lawson’s husband vanishes, her daughter Magnolia suspects that a ghostly pirate took him to guard lost treasure. You take the role of the family’s last hope, searching for clues and using hidden-object skills to find Marcus Lawson. The release is a Collector’s Edition, which includes bonus gameplay, a soundtrack, a built-in Smart guide, and behind-the-scenes concept art. It is listed for Windows and macOS, though the Steam platform listing names Windows. Steam features include single-player play and Family Sharing. The game is categorized as an adventure and casual title, with puzzle and hidden-object genres also listed. Big Fish Games developed it, and BFG Entertainment published it.

Who it is for

It suits players who want a single-player mystery built around hidden-object searches and a missing-person story. The Collector’s Edition extras may interest players who want bonus gameplay and concept art.

What is good

Collector’s Edition includes bonus gameplay
Includes a built-in Smart guide
Features hidden-object gameplay
Family Sharing is listed

What to know first

Steam platform listing names Windows only
Single-player only

Verdict

13th Skull pairs a mansion disappearance with a pirate-ghost mystery and hidden-object play. Its Collector’s Edition adds bonus gameplay and several extras.