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Release Date 3 October 2004
Release Type Freeware
Content Advisory Occasional, mild | Suggestive dialog | Mild
Operating System Windows
Setting Fantasy
Genre Investigative
Story Original
Play Length Full Length Game
Language English
Graphics 320x200, 16-Bit Colour
Downloaded 31,578 All Time

About

The tiny Scottish village of Smailholm has seen better days. Two local children have been murdered, and the villagers suspect it's the work of witches.



Ben Jordan is called upon to get to the bottom of this mystery, but he may soon find himself in over his head...

Grundislav Art, Writing, Scripting
A Golden Wake Art, Writing, Coding
Back Door Man Design, Art, Dialogue, Addtl Scripting
Ben Chandler: Paranormal Investigator!
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 1 - In Search of the Skunk-Ape Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 1 Deluxe Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 2 - The Lost Galleon of the Salton Sea Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 2 Deluxe Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 4 - Horror at Number 50 Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 5 - Land of the Rising Dead
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 6 - Scourge of the Sea People Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 7 - The Cardinal Sins Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator Case 8 - Relics of the Past Art, Writing, Scripting
Ben Jordan: Paranormal Warrior Within Case 1 - Wrath of the Skunk Ape Disapproves of this version of his game
Blue Lobe Inc. voice cameo
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Dumbass Drivers! DEMO Voice acting, death by dangerous driving
Fridge Follies Spanish translation
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Granny Zombiekiller in Mittens Murder Mystery Creator
Hard Space: Conquest of the Gayliks! Coffee and Donuts
John Sinclair- Voodoo in London Ben Jordan Sprites
Lamplight City Writing, design, art, animation, coding
Limey Lizard: Waste Wizard! Voice and Testing
Little Girl in Underland Scripting, Sound, & Voice Acting
Narcoleptic Weight Loss Expert Voice acting
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Oceanspirit Dennis's Holiday Havoc! Everything minus music
Owl Hunt Voice of Cedric
Porn Quest Creator
Shardlight Writing, Design, Coding
Tea For Two: A Detective Logan Case Voice Acting
The Adventures of Fatman Voice acting.
The Art of Dying Betatester
The coming of age - a Lorna Bains whodunit Additional Coding
The Crackwell Legacy nothing, idiot!
The Rebirth/The Reaper The Rebirth
The Samaritan Paradox Voice acting
The Secret of Carver Island Creator

Ghormak Music

Awards & Reviews

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AGS Awards 2004 Winner

AGS Awards 2004 Winner

Best Documentation
Best Player Character
Best Story
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AGS Awards 2004 Nominee

AGS Awards 2004 Nominee

Best Dialogue Writing
Best Game Created with AGS
Best Music
Best Non Player Character

AGS Panel Rating

This time our awkward hero is pitted against forces far beyond his reckoning. A definite high point in the series, the story is strong and the ending will leave you wanting to play the sequel. A must for fans of the series.

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By Pandaramaster on 16 May 2010

An excellent entry in the Ben Jordan games. You might say this is when the series comes of age. It's also the first time when Ben Jordan finally starts his globe trotting exploits and sets the stage for a much grand story (something that's waiting to be concluded in the 8th and final chapter). Also, 3 marks the first appearances of two characters who have made a significant impact on Ben. With a much more better developed atmosphere than the first two entires; wonderfully thought out puzzles; two endings; a dark macabre but thoroughly engrossing story marks the third entry in this great series as, perhaps, its watermark.


By sponeylogan on 18 December 2008

It is almost 5 years now since the release of the first game in the series. With 7 games out and the 8th and final set to come out soon, the series has changed quite a lot. One thing has stayed the same for me. Ben Jordan 3 is still my favorite of the series and my third favorite game on this site. This stunningly beautiful plot, script, and story blows me away everytime. What a step up from the first two, mediocre (in comparison) games. This I believe set the tone for the series and established it's popularity. It will always remain a classic on Big Blue Cups and will always have a place on my virtual shelf of games.


By gunsage on 24 November 2008

Pretty good, actually. Good characters, nice story, and multiple endings. All in all, the series just keeps getting better and better.


By hailrain on 1 June 2008

Really liked the game. Way better than 1 +2 . Nice effects added like rain. Music is much better and very varied. This version is a little less humorous but I like the more serious tone. It has multiple endings as well. great game


By Snaker8 on 28 May 2008

With a lot to offer, this is probably one of the most interesting BJ cases.
Pros: Great characters, good plot, multiple paths, gameplay allows for a greater challenge.
Cons: Hmmm....honestly I can't think of any.


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