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Digital download code card for The Mystery of the Druids adventure game

Handy Games

Handy Games 49347 The Mystery of the Druids downloadable game

SKU CH-K9DM-5BPGB MPN 49347

A classic point-and-click adventure with over 50 locations and 360 interactive scenes, activated via Steam on Windows PC

  • NameThe Mystery of the Druids
  • PublisherHandy Games
  • DeveloperHouse of Tales
  • PlatformPC
  • TypeGame
  • GenreAdventure
  • Classic adventure with over 50 locations to explore
  • 360 interactive scenes deepen the investigation
  • 1000-polygon 3D characters bring the cast to life
  • Over 20 voiced characters and 5 hours of dialogue
  • Runs on legacy Windows from 95 to 8 with minimal specs

Classic Point-and-Click Adventure

The Mystery of the Druids is a downloadable PC adventure game published by Handy Games and developed by House of Tales. Players assume the role of Detective Brent Halligan investigating ritual murders linked to a neo-Druidic order. The narrative spans 50 locations across past and present timelines, featuring non-linear dialogue and extensive voice acting. It suits fans of classic third-person puzzle adventures.

Low System Requirements and Steam DRM

The title runs on modest hardware with a minimum 200 MHz processor and 32 MB RAM, requiring only a 2 MB VGA video card and DirectX 8.2. A Steam account is mandatory for activation and installation of the online game code. The digital download format eliminates physical media, while the lightweight specifications ensure compatibility with a wide range of legacy and modern Windows systems from 95 through 8.

Regional Activation Limits and Legacy Scope

Activation is blocked in several countries including RU, CN, IR, and others listed in the specifications, so buyers in those regions cannot redeem the code. The game replaces older physical editions of this 2001 release with a Steam-integrated version, offering a convenient way to access the 360 interactive scenes and 5 hours of Dolby Surround audio. The jump is worthwhile for collectors seeking a verified digital licence, but not for players needing multiplayer modes or modern graphical enhancements.

Highlights

  • Classic adventure with over 50 locations to explore
  • 360 interactive scenes deepen the investigation
  • 1000-polygon 3D characters bring the cast to life
  • Over 20 voiced characters and 5 hours of dialogue
  • Runs on legacy Windows from 95 to 8 with minimal specs

Specifications

NameThe Mystery of the Druids
PublisherHandy Games
DeveloperHouse of Tales
Model49347
PlatformPC
TypeGame
GenreAdventure
PackagingDownload
DRMSteam
Blocked Region & CountriesAF, BY, CF, CD, CU, IR, IQ, KP, LB, LY, MM, RU, SO, SD, SY, UA, VE, YE, ZW, SS
Release DateOctober 29, 2001
System RequirementsSteam account required for game activation and installation
MINIMUM:
OS: Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP/Vista/7/8
Processor: 200 MHz
Memory: 32 MB RAM
Graphics: 2 MB VGA Video (with or without 3D)
DirectX: Version 8.2
Storage: 1 GB available space
Sound Card: 16-bit sound card
RECOMMENDED:
OS: Windows 98/2000/XP/Vista/7/8
Processor: 1 GHz Processor
Memory: 256 MB RAM
Graphics: DirectX compatible card
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 1 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible card
Disclaimer© 2015 THQ Nordic AB. Developed by House of Tales. Mystery of the Druids, House of Tales and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Nordic AB. All rights reserved. All other trademarks, logos, and copyrights are property of their respective owners.
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install The Mystery of the Druids after buying the Steam code?

Redeem the code in your Steam client, then download and install the game. The step people miss is ensuring the Steam client is logged into the account where they want the licence permanently attached.

Will I need to repurchase or renew the licence for The Mystery of the Druids later?

No. The Steam licence is perpetual once activated on your account. No subscription or renewal is required to keep playing the adventure.

What is the first technical limit I will hit running The Mystery of the Druids on modern hardware?

The game was built for DirectX 8.2 and 32 MB RAM. On current Windows versions you may need compatibility settings or community patches to launch it at all.

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