# Dead Reckoning: Broadbeach Cove - Adventure

> Investigate a celebrity murder mystery with hidden objects, puzzles, and a bonus chapter. (iPhone/iPad app by BFG Entertainment Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-reckoning-broadbeach-cove-adventure/id1156609844 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BFG Entertainment Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865983885)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 139 App Store ratings · 101 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 1.0 GB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Russian
- Released: 2016-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-reckoning-broadbeach-cove-adventure/id1156609844/reviews.md

## What is Dead Reckoning?

Play the trial for FREE!  Pay once & complete the adventure!

When a prominent celebrity is found dead at the Broadbeach Cove resort, the media surrounds the area to find the real story. You’ve been called in to investigate, but it quickly becomes anything but a simple murder case. It turns out this star had some secrets he was hiding, including some shady business deals, gambling debts, and possibly a secret mistress. Can you sort through this mess and find the true motive?

• QUESTION AN UNUSUAL CAST OF CHARACTERS
Apparently, this celebrated actor has made some serious enemies over the course of his career. With this many suspects, your job definitely won’t be easy!

• WHO REALLY KILLED JOHNNY ABILLI?
Track down the killer through a variety of cryptic hidden object scenes.
	
• USE YOUR TRUSTY CAMERA TO CHECK OUT THE CLUES
Examine the scene of the crime by solving dazzling puzzles and flashy mini-games.

• TAKE ON A BRAND NEW CASE IN THE EXCITING BONUS CHAPTER
Put your skills to the test and enjoy additional Collector’s Edition exclusives including collectible Tools of the Trade, special achievements, and more!

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## Key features

- Question suspects
- Hidden object scenes
- Solve puzzles and mini-games
- Use camera to find clues
- Bonus chapter with exclusives
- Collector's Edition content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock + Bonus Content | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Dead Reckoning?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Engaging murder mystery storyline with plot twists
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and atmospheric resort setting
- 🧩 Varied and creative puzzle types
- 🗺️ Helpful teleport map for navigation
- 🎬 Good voice acting and character development
- ⏱️ Long gameplay with substantial bonus chapter
- ✨ No in-app purchases required
- 🔍 Interactive hidden object scenes with unique mechanics
- 🎯 Non-horror themed gameplay (refreshing alternative)
- 🎪 Creative interrogation/truth-lie detection mechanics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Profile creation screen frequently unresponsive
- 💳 Purchase/unlock functionality broken on launch
- 🎮 Mini-games poorly explained with unclear instructions
- 🗺️ Map navigation confusing and sometimes unhelpful
- 🔍 Graphics muddy and items difficult to locate precisely
- ⏱️ Excessive back-and-forth between locations
- 🎯 Linear gameplay restricts player choice and exploration
- 📱 Compatibility issues on certain devices
- ⚙️ No custom difficulty settings available
- 🎬 Weak story conclusion with abrupt ending
- 🐛 Game crashes and freezes mid-gameplay
- 📖 No journal feature for tracking clues
- 🎮 Repetitive puzzle types across games in series
- 🔘 Dialogue scenes cannot be skipped or fast-forwarded
- 💰 Pricing issues and misleading discount calculations

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Profile name entry field unresponsive and greyed out
- Purchase/unlock button fails with 'Purchase Failed' error
- Game crashes when attempting to use certain tools (electric saw)
- Hidden object puzzle disappears mid-game
- Items cannot be picked up or used in correct locations
- Map functionality inconsistent and unreliable
- Game fails to load on iPad and other iOS devices
- In-app purchase window fails to open or loads indefinitely
- Profile creation button non-functional without workaround
- Gameplay freezes at specific story points

**Most requested features**

- Skip or fast-forward dialogue option
- Journal feature for tracking clues and evidence
- Custom difficulty settings
- Improved mini-game instructions and clarity
- Morphing objects in hidden object scenes
- Souvenir/collectibles room
- Back button for easier navigation
- Zoom feature for evidence board
- Better item highlighting system
- More original storylines and mechanics

## Recent user reviews (10 of 101)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-reckoning-broadbeach-cove-adventure/id1156609844/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Broadbeach

*2023-04-10, version 1.0.4*

Just bought this game an others and still have the receipt on my email.Now they won’t let me play any off my games because it says I haven’t paid. Guess I’m done with all of these now.

### 5/5 — Great Game

*2022-12-22, version 1.0.4*

Great game. Very long, very interesting and entertaining.

### 5/5 — Super !

*2022-08-01, version 1.0.4*

Jeu très intéressant, les jeux sont biens, jeu qui fonctionne bien.
Je recommande !

### 5/5 — I Really Enjoyed This Game

*2021-09-18*

The story and the game were fun once I got the hang of things.  It has been a while since I truly enjoyed playing a complete game.  Also loved it because there were no in-app purchases.  I refuse to play games that end up charging  me more than they are worth.  Again loved this game and I will play it again.

### 4/5 — Value deal

*2021-08-20, version 1.0.4*

Long game in an interesting, realistic scenario. Visuals could be clearer.

### 4/5 — Makes you think

*2021-08-12, version 1.0.4*

Great game, fun to play

### 3/5 — It’s Not a Mystery to Me

*2021-07-24*

Hard to maintain interest in this story. Mini games are confusing and not well explained, not much fun. Game prevents you from playing the way you think it should go, must follow programmed sequences.

### 3/5 — Not a bad game, slow

*2021-07-21*

The game premise is pretty good. What drove me completely crazy was there was no option to “continue” during dialogue scenes. I had to sit there and wait for the dialogue to finish before moving on. A continue option would be great for those of us who can read the captions quickly.

### 4/5 — Good but weak story

*2021-07-20*

I still don’t know who the murderer is, there’s an abrupt arrest at the end of the main game, but that’s it. Then the bonus game doesn’t deal with the murder at all, instead it’s about insurance fraud. This is obviously an older Eipix offering. No morphing items in hos, which their more recent games have. Graphics are okay. Hos are list with interactive elements. Mini games are simple. Worth a play on sale, but wouldn’t buy at full price.

### 3/5 — Ok game—just ok

*2021-07-19*

The truth/lies parts are very annoying. 
Otherwise, the game was not too hard, not too easy.

## Frequently asked questions about Dead Reckoning

### What is Dead Reckoning: Broadbeach Cove about?

This is a hidden object adventure game where you play as an investigator called to a resort to solve the murder of a prominent celebrity. You'll need to question suspects, find clues in cryptic scenes, and solve puzzles to uncover the motive and the killer.

### What are the key features of this game?

Key features include questioning a diverse cast of characters, searching through cryptic hidden object scenes, using your camera to examine clues, and solving various puzzles and mini-games. The game also offers an exciting bonus chapter with additional content.

### How much does the game cost?

You can play the trial version for free. To complete the full adventure and access all content, including the bonus chapter and Collector's Edition exclusives, a one-time purchase is required.

### What devices is this game compatible with?

This game is available on PC, Mac, mobile phones, and tablets. Big Fish Games offers a wide selection of casual games that can be enjoyed on virtually any device.

### What are some common use cases for this game?

This game is ideal for players looking for an engaging mystery experience, fans of hidden object gameplay, or those who enjoy solving puzzles. It's a great way to pass the time with a compelling story and interactive challenges.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2017-01-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

In this update:

• Optimizations and bug fixes to improve overall game performance.

Thanks for the continued feedback and support, and happy gaming!

If you like this game, please consider taking a moment to rate/review it. 

Want more awesome games like this one? Check out http://bigfi.sh/bfggamefinder 

Experiencing issues? Please visit http://bigfi.sh/ENHelp

### 1.0.2 — 2016-12-09

In this update:

• Optimizations and bug fixes to improve overall game performance.

Thanks for the continued feedback and support, and happy gaming!

If you like this game, please consider taking a moment to rate/review it. 

Want more awesome games like this one? Check out http://bigfi.sh/bfggamefinder 

Experiencing issues? Please visit http://bigfi.sh/ENHelp

### 1.0.0 — 2016-11-30

No release notes.

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