Ghost Hunter Series: Mask of Black Death - Kuroki Chi no Kamen / JAP

3DO Ghost Hunter Series: Mask of Black Death - Kuroki Shi no Kamen (Japanese title) is an interactive horror adventure game that is part of the Ghost Hunter series for the Panasonic 3DO. The game combines the exploration of supernatural events with puzzles and action elements that take the player into a dark, mystical world.

In Mask of the Black Death, the player takes on the role of a ghost hunter who must confront a dark threat. The story revolves around a mysterious artifact - a mask that is associated with dark, supernatural powers. This mask seems to be able to awaken evil spirits and lure the wearer into a trap of death. The player must search various haunted locations in Japan, populated by dark, ghostly beings, to understand and break the power of the mask.

The game uses the then new Full Motion Video (FMV) technology to offer cinematic experiences and interactive adventures. Players must interact with the environment, collect clues and overcome challenges to progress. Mask of the Black Death offers a gripping mix of horror, mystery and traditional ghost-hunting action, often presenting players with difficult moral choices that can affect the course of the story.

With its unique atmosphere inspired by traditional Japanese ghost legends and deep incorporation of supernatural elements, Kuroki Shi no Kamen remains a fascinating title, especially for fans of horror and mystery games on the 3DO. The suspenseful, creepy narrative and dark, mystical themes make it a special experience in the retro horror genre.