Gems of Darkness 3-Disc Set w/ No Artwork
Gems of Darkness 3-Disc PC MAC CD-ROM jewels of the oracle puzzle adventure game
Game
Windows/Mac
I. Hoffman + Associates, Inc.
1997
CD
$99.99
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GEMS OF DARKNESS 3-DISC SET W/ NO ARTWORK
Latest entry in the Jewels of the Oracle series delivers stunning visuals, a rich pre-Sumerian atmosphere, and 24 brain-teasing puzzles designed for fans of immersive puzzle-adventure games.
The experience opens with an introduction by the head archaeologist, outlining the site's history and available tools. The archaeologist can be consulted during gameplay for occasional encouragement and helpful hints. Navigation follows a classic mouse-driven point-and-click interface, guiding players through a series of interconnected rooms and environments.
Key gameplay structure and technical note:
The adventure spans three distinct "floors," each distributed on its own CD. Switching between floors or revisiting the archaeologist requires swapping discs, and the game always launches from the first CD. Some disc content includes developer commentary and extras, which could have been used to expand in-game assets or consolidate the release onto fewer discs.
Puzzle design and replay value:
Puzzles offer selectable difficulty levels (easy or hard), creating strong replay value—complete solutions on easy can be revisited for tougher challenges. Several objects and motifs will feel familiar to players of earlier Jewels of the Oracle titles. The collection balances quick, intuitive puzzles with deep, demanding challenges that reward persistence and critical thinking.
Highlights
Exceptional graphics: Richly detailed environments enhance immersion.
Evocative atmosphere: A convincing pre-Sumerian setting supports exploration and storytelling.
24 unique puzzles: A wide variety of brain-twisters with layered complexity.
Optional in-game guidance: The head archaeologist offers hints and encouragement when needed.
Classic point-and-click controls: Intuitive mouse-driven navigation through rooms and scenes.
Difficulty modes: Easy and hard options provide accessibility and extended replay value.
Series continuity: Familiar items and themes connect to previous Jewels of the Oracle entries.
Disc-based structure: Three floors on separate CDs — convenient for collectors but requires disc swapping during play.
Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts and adventure gamers seeking an atmospheric challenge with both approachable and demanding puzzles. This title rewards methodical thinking and curiosity while delivering a visually engaging archaeological mystery.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Latest entry in the Jewels of the Oracle series delivers stunning visuals, a rich pre-Sumerian atmosphere, and 24 brain-teasing puzzles designed for fans of immersive puzzle-adventure games.
The experience opens with an introduction by the head archaeologist, outlining the site's history and available tools. The archaeologist can be consulted during gameplay for occasional encouragement and helpful hints. Navigation follows a classic mouse-driven point-and-click interface, guiding players through a series of interconnected rooms and environments.
Key gameplay structure and technical note:
The adventure spans three distinct "floors," each distributed on its own CD. Switching between floors or revisiting the archaeologist requires swapping discs, and the game always launches from the first CD. Some disc content includes developer commentary and extras, which could have been used to expand in-game assets or consolidate the release onto fewer discs.
Puzzle design and replay value:
Puzzles offer selectable difficulty levels (easy or hard), creating strong replay value—complete solutions on easy can be revisited for tougher challenges. Several objects and motifs will feel familiar to players of earlier Jewels of the Oracle titles. The collection balances quick, intuitive puzzles with deep, demanding challenges that reward persistence and critical thinking.
Highlights
Exceptional graphics: Richly detailed environments enhance immersion.
Evocative atmosphere: A convincing pre-Sumerian setting supports exploration and storytelling.
24 unique puzzles: A wide variety of brain-twisters with layered complexity.
Optional in-game guidance: The head archaeologist offers hints and encouragement when needed.
Classic point-and-click controls: Intuitive mouse-driven navigation through rooms and scenes.
Difficulty modes: Easy and hard options provide accessibility and extended replay value.
Series continuity: Familiar items and themes connect to previous Jewels of the Oracle entries.
Disc-based structure: Three floors on separate CDs — convenient for collectors but requires disc swapping during play.
Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts and adventure gamers seeking an atmospheric challenge with both approachable and demanding puzzles. This title rewards methodical thinking and curiosity while delivering a visually engaging archaeological mystery.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) / Mac (Power Macintosh: OS 9 or Below) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
