OVERVIEW - It's time to start comparing the gold standard of adventure games - dire grove - to this game rather than the other way around. If this game came out before dire grove I think most would. It's an excellent mostly adventure game with some hidden object scenes, playing different rooms and some outside of an opera house. the good - -well thought out 'pick up and what do I do with it' items intelligent, logical pick up items ie - *spoiler * skull item went on mannequin hand acting out 'to be or not to be'. -great graphics, excellent atmosphere -excellent, well thought out and executed, not too difficult mini puzzles. But skip button available if needed. -contained areas, which I easily did remember the order of rooms -the guide wasn't a walkthrough but gave you good hints -length of game - really good, it took me 5hrs (I would have thought I played it longer due to different areas and puzzles but that was the official time) -not time controlled puzzles but let you know how long it took you so you can beat your own time the not so good -I did think it was the 'official' game so thought the music would be the same as musical. -I thought it would be the same story as the musical -The guide could have given you an even more detailed option - photo, walkthrough for puzzles. -the bonus game only took me about 30mins for CE could have had better extras and longer bonus game -the bonus game area, was very condensed, multi play area and really easy after the normal game

I like to try to be balanced with some pros and cons, but this game was truly outstanding. If you're a speed player, this game is not for you. I found myself going back into certain rooms just to look at the astounding graphics. The absolute best I have ever seen in an online game. The CE is a must...sorry to say, but worth every penny. I like the silhouette hints for the HOS as they are excellent, but a bit challenging. The map in the journal mad the trips back and forth easier.....and after a couple of trips, I was not dreading the scenery....everything to captivating detail and time period were simply fascinating. This is a great game for those that like to play an hour or so at a time. I really played this one slow and it took me 7 intriguing hours over a week. I couldn't wait to have "me" time and get to the next challenge. After all that .....I did have one thing that was a minor annoyance. There was a disconnect with the Phantom's voice over as if Evelina wasn't hearing it. It was repetitive and I finally turned it off. Evelina said very few things pertinent to the game, so listening to some nice dark classical music went well for me. The game music was well placed and not overly dramatic if you don't mind that VOICE. It wasn't scary....just harsh. Really treat yourself to this one ! Absolutely worth every penny! I just realized this is the first game I gave five stars in all aspects. This is the new gold standard in online games!

Based solely on the Leroux novel, the game is a 'what if' scenario after Christine leaves with Raoul. The graphics are stunningly beautiful, the music haunting, and Erik's voice overs are suitably creepy and true to character. If I had a complaint, it would only be that the sequel isn't completed yet.

I loved this game to the extreme! The art and music was amazing. It was creepy and fun and I felt I was really there. The Phantom was beautifuly designed and story fantastic! There were parts that made me scream and jump and it always kept me on my toes. The ending was a little disappointing, but I hope they left it at a loose end so they could extend it with a sequel. If they do, I am spending good money on it! The bonus chapter was fun and I am glad I bought the collectors edition!

The game is incredible!!great plot epic graphics and music...I was was a little disappointed by the end though...i hope that they ended it like this because there's gonne be a sequel!!

I loved it, it was a blast there better be a sequal to it becase at the end it leaves a cliff hanger like what happens to the girl and the phantom.

This game is the best game I've played so far & I own 40 & play all of the 60 minute trials. Very impressed with game in every category. Seems to go on forever. A good 5 hr straight play. Definitely worth it. P.S. This is the first time I've been moved to write a review

One of my favorites. The story line pulls you in and the levels are beautifully done. It can be a little confusing having to go back and forth all the time to find items. I was also a little disappointed with the end (including the bonus level). A must-buy for fans, but still fun for everyone else.

Phantom of the Opera beautiful game. The love that hurts. something wonderful. impressed is an understatement. The heart of Big Fish Thank you for the beautiful game.

Don't really know where to begin. Although I didn't really enjoy how Christine and her daughter looked, I find the twist in the plot line very enjoyable. Although it was silly that the Phantom didn't recognize that was not Christine, but her daughter. The gameplay was great, the graphics were more than amazing. The atmosphere literally shouted "The phantom of the opera". The going back and forth through scenes did not stop me from loving the game. I love how they drew the Phantom. Both endings were quite disappointing. I hope there will be a sequel to this, so we wouldn't just be left with endings that aren't actually endings....