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Department 42: The Mystery of the Nine

Save humanity from a nightmarish future in this thrilling Hidden Object adventure! Join the secret Department 42 to track down the cursed and dangerous artifacts that vanished during a mysterious fire at the Grimstone Mansion.

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January 12, 2022
4 years and 203 days ago
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Mixed37 reviews62.2%

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Save humanity from a nightmarish future in this thrilling Hidden Object adventure! Join the secret Department 42 to track down the cursed and dangerous artifacts that vanished during a mysterious fire at the Grimstone Mansion. As an agent of this department, you will investigate paranormal events and prevent any dangers imminent from the malevolent artifacts. Explore strange locations, solve puzzles, find important clues and confront terrifying situations arising from the black magic power that has been unleashed.

- 25 Astonishing locations
- 20 Perplexing mini-game puzzles
- 9 Fantastic chapters