Hawthorne was born in Salem around the turn of the 19th century and wrote a number of novels and short stories. The writer added the “w” to his last name (originally Hathorne) in an effort to distance himself from relatives involved in the Salem Witch Trials. He explored a number of moral themes throughout his works and many of his writings take place in Puritan New England. Hawthorne’s link to the infamous trials made his story the perfect fit for continuing the mystery game series.
Midnight Mysteries: Salem Witch Trials offers something for players of all levels: you can play the standard version with the journal to recap your progress and goals; use the silhouetting lantern and hints to assist you in areas where you may need a little help; purchase the fully-illustrated strategy guide to help you figure out puzzles and offer you more assistance throughout the game; or even purchase hint packs to increase the number of ravens available to you to use. These varied offerings make Salem Witch Trials a game accessible to players of all skill levels.