Cold Case Files

by ACTIVISION

Product Features

• Combine advancements in forensic science with old-fashioned detective work to crack unsolved homicides
• Review historical evidence of the case, interview people of interest, collect new evidence, perform lab work and more
• Connect seemingly unlinked pieces of information by strategically filling in the holes with information you uncover
• Bill Kurtis, the recognizable voice behind Cold Case Files, narrates throughout the game

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002NS7VO
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: September 14, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 1.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,770 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Join the investigative team of the Cold Case Files, from the original, top-rated forensic TV series. Blow the dust off old homicide files and attempt to discover and prove the hidden truths. By using today's high-tech forensic tools and the most sophisticated technology available, your research will take you on a journey to catch a killer long-hidden but not forgotten and put the minds of a family to rest.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good grief!, October 17, 2004

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Lynn S. Hendricks "Wordmama" (Carson City, NV USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Cold Case Files (CD-ROM)

What a terrific disappointment this game was. I mean, I wasn't expecting a whole heck of a lot, but it didn't even come up to *that* level. "Cheapjack rip-off attempt to cash in on CSI's fame" doesn't begin to cover it, but it's a start.

If you like the show, watch it; then go play the two CSI games. I guarantee you a better time.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Cold. Case Closed., September 24, 2004

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A. Wilkinson - See all my reviews
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= Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Cold Case Files (CD-ROM)

Rubbish. Honestly is.

My wife completed the whole game in just over hour and half. And she's not a professional in the area of game play or work life.

It's all a matter of clicking on a few buttons. Then click on the "Arrest Buttton". Case closed with life imprisonment.

There are no puzzle solving elements. No brain work. Nothing but boredom.

The programmers should be imprisoned for their efforts.

Case closed.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For the very young or beginner gamer, January 18, 2005

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M. A Spitzer "mas017" (Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Cold Case Files (CD-ROM)

This game will get trashed in reviews by people used to adventure games like SYBERIA and the like.

COLD CASE FILES is probably best suited as an introduction to adventure games for the very beginner or relatively young.

COLD CASE FILES-THE GAME is VERY, VERY LINEAR and VERY VERY short.

You can easily solve all 6 games (plus the free bonus game) in under 90 minutes with full success.

None of the games are very hard.

COLD CASE FILES: The Game would give a total beginner a "taste" of what adventure gaming is like without overwhelming them.... on the otherhand, the experienced gamer will find it very dissapointing.

I would also recommend Dracula Resurrection and Dracula Sanctuary as adventure games for the first-timer (who is a bit more serious about getting into adventure games) as these are both excellent.

In fact, I liked the Dracula series better than the critically acclaimed Syberia I&II..... probably because of the darker atmosphere and themes, though they were a bit easier.