Black Dahlia

This game is a blast! It's very long, but very cool, about 1/2 of it is short film segments, which makes the story way more interesting. There are tons of puzzles, but if you don't want to solve them, just find a cheat sheet, the games is still awesome without solving everything yourself. The lead (Jim) is very good, and cute. ;) I recommend this game to anyone who likes higher-minded fare than shootem-ups.

The first game I ever played, I am in my 50's. I had just gotten a computer and had never played any video games so it was my first experience. I thought the whole thing was great. Everything was new to me, I had nothing in my own experiences to compare it with. I was really into it, then my computer locked up and I would have to start all over again until I got the knack of saving where I was at. The Easter Eggs were fun. When I could no longer move forward I did find a cheater. That made it even more fun. This kind of story is something a person my age can really get into, I had not found any up until I got Black Dahlia that even interested me at all. Are there more games like this, or are there any in the works? I would like to try them.

I have played this game several times and it never gets boring. The plot is wonderful. If you like fmv games, then this one you will love. The acting is good, the graphics are beautiful and there are some special effects which are simply superb. Dennis Hopper and Teri Garr just appear briefly in the game. If you bought this game just because you are a Dennis Hopper fan, you don't have to be disappointed, because this is one storyline which is even better than "Seven". To give a little indication of what to expect. The producers of "Ripper" have outdone themselves. They have created a better game with better actors. Buy this game. If you are a movie buff like me, then this is one interactive movie you have to own.

This is one of the greatest games so few people have played. It's a mystery game that involves Nazi plots, a mysterious gem, and the Torso killings of 1940s Cleveland. It got great reviews and has very good graphics quality. Eight CDs long! Worth it; even if you cheat you still feel like you acomplished a lot by beating it.

This game is more a movie with puzzles in between than an adventure.

The story is superb, it spans almost 10 years and there are locations in the USA and Germany. The plot revolves around a black gem, the Black Dahlia, that has mystical powers, and an ancient brotherhood of knights. Throw in some Nazis and you have a true Indiana Jones type of story. The actors are ok. Darren Eliker delivers a good performance as the main character Jim Pearson, and there are cameos by Dennis Hopper and Teri Garr. The acting is sometimes a bit cheesy, but that gives the movie a real B-movie feel.

The puzzles are moderately difficult and occasionally nearly impossible, so I would recommend playing the game with a walkthrough (but don't use it too quickly!).

The game is fairly long (8 CD-ROMS!), so it will keep you occupied for quite a while. Definitely recommended, especially for the good story and atmosphere!