Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand

by Her Interactive

Product Features

• An internship gives Nancy a crash course in Mayan culture. But when the artifacts go missing and the only clue is a mysterious scarlet handprint, she's on the case.
• Unearth the clues and learn about Mayan culture -- tie the two together and see if you can solve the mystery
• Wander through the museum to learn as much you can, then visit unique places like the D.C. subway and the Mexican Consulate
• Test your thinking skills by solving the challenging quizzes and passing each level
• Unravel a long-lost secret and recover the priceless ancient artifacts as the world-famous teen detective!

Product Details

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• ASIN: B000066ST3
• Item Weight: 4.2 ounces
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: August 14, 2002
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (89 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,519 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #1 in Software > Outlet
  • #7 in Software > Children's Software > Games

Product Description

Take a spin with danger to unravel the mystery of aghostly merry-go-roundProduct InformationBeware of danger as you unlock the ancient secret of a Maya legend in thisNancy Drew Mystery 6 Secret of the Scarlet Hand!  A summer internshipbecomes a study in crime for you as Nancy Drew when a brazen thief steals apriceless piece of art.  The culprits blood-red handprint leads deep intothe secrets of an ancient civilization.  When a co-worker loses his memoryin a suspicious accident Nancy's on her own in a desperate search forclues.  She must dig beneath the surface of everything she hears and seesto reveal the face behind the ominous scarlet hand. Activities IncludeDig into the past as Nancy Drew to unmask a treacherous thief! Collect the pieces of an ancient puzzle as you explore a temple decipher messages and peer into dark secrets of the Maya. Listen carefully; the truth may be revealed in a chance conversation a recorded message or a phone call from a friend. Watch your step as the trail leads you deep into the past.  Stay on the path or risk being lost forever in a twisted maze of secrets. Though the clues you seek are thousands of years old high tech tools are your only hope to catch this modern-day thief. Don't tip your hand as you dig for clues.  Someone wants to keep a secret buried and you along with it if you get too close!Product Features New "journal mode" to keep track of clues 20+ hours of game play "Second Chance" option - no need to start over New Puzzles tie directly to storyline and give important clues Original high-quality music and 3D sound effects New Navigation tools make it easy to explore Built-in game hints (but only if you want them) Great opportunity for collaborative sleuthing with family and friendsA thief steal a priceless artifact while you as Nancy Drew are setting upan exhibit of ancient Maya treasures in the v

Customer Reviews

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing mystery, October 10, 2002

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Huntress Reviews (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand (CD-ROM)

The cover says it is for "ages 10 and Up". I would say it is more like ages 12 and up, unless you have a child who stays on the A+ Honor Roll.

There is more area and people to cover than the previous games. A positive note, it is ONE disc. That is GOOOOOD. I recall one of the Nancy Drew games having two discs and I had to a lot of switching ... OFTEN. A negative note, this is not a game you can stop playing a week and then get back into. There is a lot of note taking, impressions of personalities to remember, etc. After 5 or more days, you forget small (but vital) things.

Yes, I recommend it highly, but not for age 10. I also recommend, if the player is around age 12, to send in the card for the game secrets/manual.... Otherwise, your gamer may end up stuck in a spot or two and is UNABLE to continue on without some vital clue. The manual can be used to help over those rough spots.

One more thing, check the system requirements before purchasing. I have heard that some people are trying to play the game on a machine without the requirements listed. (Amazon lists these requirements near the price.) If you don't have the lowest requirements, forget it. It will freeze often.... (IT'S FREE). Then you can go to the chat board where you choose which of the games you are playing, all 6 are listed, and ask questions, leave tips, etc. It won't be long before your post is answered either! Seems as though many people are always there.

34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great entertainment for kids 12 and up, August 26, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand (CD-ROM)

I am father to 2 Nancy Drew fans. Excellent graphics and gameplay. I previewed this game prior to my daughters playing through. This one is rated for ages 10 and up which I think may be a little low. Far more complex than all of the previous games. Involves Spanish language and foreign names as well as tremendous attention to detail including ancient symbols for words and numbers. This game is a real treat for the whole family to enjoy but too hard to be handed to a 10 year old. Take copious notes as this is extremely challenging. Kept me up long after the kids were in bed. We have played the others and are ready to pre-order the next release. Truly entertaining, bring your brain, this will challenge you.

36 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Review of All Nancy Drew Games, January 13, 2006

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Gwen Squire "Nancy Drew Fan" (Blasdell, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand (CD-ROM)

Let me start off by saying that I will be 40 years old in August and love the Nancy Drew games. Here is what I rate them and why:

1. Secrets Can Kill - I give it (**) - The graphics weren't the greatest and the killer turned out to be someone that didn't even appear until the end of the game. I also didn't like having to switch from one CD to another.

2. Stay Tuned for Danger - (***) the graphics still needed improvement but puzzles were better.

3. Message in a Haunted Mansion - (****) The graphis still weren't the best but the puzzles and other clues made it interesting.

4. Treasure in the Royal Tower - (*****) - This is one of my favorite games in the ND series. I liked the puzzles and learning about Marie Antoinette. Very Fun Game to play.

5. The Final Scene (***) - This games was alright but I didn't like just staying at the theater because there were only so many rooms to explore.

6. Secret of the Scarlet Hand - (*****) This is one of my favorite games in the ND series because I got to learn all about Mayan culture and King Pacal.

7. Ghost Dogs of Moon Lake - (****) I really liked the characters in this game. I also liked that I got to learn about forest life, different types of poision ivy and lime disease. A very fun game.

8. The Haunted Carousel - (****) - This was a good game but not as interesting (educational) as other games were. The robot was rather annoying.

9. Danger on Deception Island (*****) - I really liked this game because it teache you about whales and how to go clam picking. I really liked the stoy plot as well. The only puzzle I did not like was the matching game because you'd turn over a card but then the match might be on screen 1 or screen 2 or screen 3. Other than that I really liked the game.

10. Secret at Shadow Range (*****) - I liked this game a lot. You get to learn all about ranch life and other interesting facts. I really liked the characters and plots.

11. The Curse of Blackmore Manor (*****) - In this game, Nancy goes to England to help a friend's daughter. Even though I figured out who the culpret was before the end, the game was still a lot of fun! The only thing I didn't like was the parrot because she was very annoying!

12. The Secret of the Old Clock (**) - Like the very first ND game in the series, I really did not care for this game. As Nancy you got around by car. However, you didn't get to see some of the characters. You only heard a voice when Nancy was talking to them. I also didn't like that every time you got a flat tire and had no money you had to but the shop owners bolts and nuts away to earn the gas or new tire. Finally, if a much younger person were playing the game they would have no idea that Lowood school for girls comes from the Jane Eyre novel or other events that happened in history.