Despite the rather simple concept, developer Keen Games has managed to produce a decent interpretation of a well-established pen-and-paper game. The quality artwork is impressive and the random placing of objects gives Whiterock Castle decent replay appeal. With multiple play modes and a two player option, this a game that should appeal to families looking for something light and enjoyable to play together on a night in.
The gameplay may be somewhat lacking in variety and it will not pose a challenge for the older audience, but the kids will certainly have a good time with playing this one.
The Nintendo Weekly Download Report for June 23, 2011.
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Brutal Gamer writes: "The Mystery Of Whiterock Castle is a point-and-click object finding game. The story is you are trying to find the Princess, and you travel around Whiterock Castle asking various people who work at the castle where they've seen her. At each screen, you will be told that the Princess was there, but she left. You have to help each person 'tidy up' before they will let you know where the Princess went to. The tidying up involves looking around the room and finding 10 of a particular item hidden within, such as apples, daggers or brushes."
