In Phoenix Hill, a twilight has fallen over it, and the residents are trying to figure out how to cope with all of the ashes, after the residents turn into volcanic ashes. There are a lot of exciting puzzles and hidden object scenes in this fun packed and mysterious game: Dark Dimensions – City of Ash Platinum Edition.
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General Tips & Tricks
While playing the game with the walkthrough, you can adjust many things like music and effects in the options menu. In the hidden object scenes, you may find that you have to move some of the other things in the picture to find the items on the given list. In the game, you can choose between three different modes: Casual, Advanced, and Hard.
Tips and Tricks
Tip #1 – When working through a puzzle, you are given the option to skip it after a certain amount of time. This can be done due to its complexity or merely lack of interest in completing it.
Tip #2 – If in doubt of what to do next in the game, you can always see the given game clues in your journal.
Tip #3 – You can also use the hint button in hidden object scenes. After a while you will be able to use it again if needed.
Tip #4 – Whenever looking at a new puzzle, you can click on the information button at the bottom right of the screen. This button will provide you with the instructions for any given puzzle.
Tip #5 – In order to view your tool box, you need to maneuver your cursor to the bottom of the screen. If you do not like the fact that it constantly disappears, you can choose to lock it by clicking on the padlock on the right side of the tool box. This is actually where the items you pick up go.
Dark Dimensions – City of Ash Walkthrough
Chapter 1: Phoenix Hill
To begin the game, you need to click anywhere on the screen to start talking to the little girl. After clicking on the brush, move the leaves and pick up the brush and the handle. Then, click on the danger sign, on the left. Read the flyer and collect the toggle switch.
Click on the shutters. After this, you need to read the newspaper there and remove the closed sign. Once it’s gone, use the handle to open the shutters. Click on the man to get close-up and personal. Here, use the brush to wipe away the ashes and push the light button. Looking at the booth, use the toggle switch to switch on the booth. Finally, click on the newsstand to access the first hidden object scene.
After completing the scene, get rid of the padlock with the nippers to get the meter. To get the donation, put the money into the donation jar. To get the correct route, use the pencil on the map. Collect the numbered button, and enter into the cable car.
Take the screwdriver from the first aid kit. Use it to open the panel. Then, use the numbered button in order to start a puzzle. Arrange the buttons to match the diagram.
Take the wooden stick from the window. Use it to pry open the seat, and then, get the green cross from the bag. To get the scissors, put the green cross on the first aid kit. Get the hammer by using the scissors on the net found on the seat. Break the window with the hammer. Then, go through it.
Look at the gate. Read the note and watch the cut scene. After it is over, take it. Move the branch at the fountain to take the valve and the fuse ½. Use the valve on the spigot at the gate to receive the heart pendant. You will get the valve back. Use the heart pendant on the purse’s lock and take the note. Here you will get the combination dial and a long chain. Click on the open stand to see the next hidden object scene.
To get newlyweds, put the bride and groom together. Use the film reel on the projector to see the cinema. Use the wheel on the bicycle frame. To get an apple, break the ice with the ice axe. This will give you a fire extinguisher. Use the fire extinguisher on the gate before going to the tunnel. Look at the doorway. Get the vent handle from the window.
Get the other fuse from the suitcase. Put the two fuses into the fuse box for a puzzle. After the puzzle, move forward. Use the vent handle on the inside of the car interior. Get the suitcase key and coin. Get the drill bit from the car trunk. Click on the booth for the next hidden object scene.
Make a pizza by putting the pepperoni on the dough. Puncture the tire with the awl. Put the dog’s head on the dog. Get shards of glass by using the hammer. This will give you a pick. Go back. Use the suitcase key on the suitcase. Get the blowtorch. Use the pick three times on the room in the doorway. Head through the now cleared doorway.
Chapter 2: Pool
Pick up ½ volcano tiles from the diving board. Get the pliers from the tool chest. Use the valve on the water pipe’s stem. Get the glass cutter after using the blowtorch on the grate. Put the coin on the door to trigger a puzzle. After solving the puzzle, go through the new door and use the pliers on the nails found on the crate.
Take the drill after putting the drill bit on it. Move the ashes three times to find the key. Remove the diving board by using the drill on the screws. Head forward. Put the diving board over the gap. Take the fan from the window. Use the key on the door to unlock it, and then go through the door. Put the combination dial on the lock to get Audrey’s photo and the notebook. To trigger the puzzle, use the fan on the dust. After completing the puzzle, collect the punch card.
Use the punch card on the locker to get the rope ladder. Put Audrey’s photo in the middle of the pictures to get 1/3 mosaic tiles. Put the robe ladder on the hooks at the window to go through it. Get the razor from the door before going to the pool. Use the razor on the cloth. The next hidden object scene can be found under the cloth.
After the puzzle, get a Jolly Roger by putting the skull with the crossbone. Get snake poison from the snake with the cup. To get an ice skate, combine the skate blade and the skate shoe. Connect the sail to the boat to get the sailboat. After doing this, you get an angel. Use the glass cutter on the window to get the 2nd angel. Put the two angels at the base of the statue to get the 2nd volcano tile. Head to the town square.
Collect the note and the 2/3 mosaic tile. Use the 2 volcano tiles on the bench to trigger a puzzle. After completing the puzzle, you will receive the play button and the zipper pull. Head to the pool. Use the zipper pull on the purse to get the hood ornament. Put the play button the tape cassette to get the photos.
Head to the parking. Put the head ornament on the car to open the hood and get the lever. Head to Town Square. Play the radio at the fountain to get the newspaper. Slide the lever down in the slot. This unlocks the next hidden object scene.
Use the valve on the faucet, and put the fish in the bowl to get the fishbowl. Get the message in a bottle by using the corkscrew. To get the diamonds, strain the sand. Smash the piggybank for the hammer to get the coins. To get Poseidon, move the ivy to receive the trident. Then, put it on the statue. This will give you a tile.
Use the tile on the door for the next puzzle. After completing the puzzle, you can enter into the new doorway.
Chapter 3: Church
Talk to Audrey. Pick up the dropped key. Look at the pew to discover the next hidden object scene.
Make the Easter bunny, by giving the bunny the egg. Make a stained-glass with the piece and the frame. To get the eye of providence, use the eye in the triangle. To get a caduceus, use the snakes and wings. To get lava, use the matches and the volcano. This will give you a switch. Head to the Embankment to the left. Take the note from inside the phone booth. Take the clip from the phone. Get the tweezers from the flower cart. Head to the left.
Open the hat box with the click to get the symbol and scissors. Get the 3rd mosiac tile from the mail box. Get the letter with the tweezers. Get the 2nd symbol. Use the scissors on the thistles in the flower cart to get the rake. Head to the tunnel. Put the 3 mosaic tiles at the base of the statue to get the coins. Head to the Town Square. Look in the fountain for the next hidden object scene.
Get the keys from the drawer to get the tape. Use the rake on the ladder at the balcony. Head to the Embankment. Put the phone disc in the citer. Use the coins in the slots. Use the telephone number to trigger the puzzle.
Get the 3rd symbol from completing the puzzle. Head to the Church. Put the 3 symbols on the locked door for the next puzzle. Completing this puzzle lets you enter the Secret Chamber.
Use the tap and switch on the broken wife to fix the lamp. Get the batteries. Get the needle from the bulletin board. Go to the hidden object scent by clicking on the pews.
Collect the hook. Use the needle on the panel’s latch. Pull the level and get the chain. Head to the Embankment. Put the chain on the motorcycle at the gate. Head to the Landing Stage. Use the hook on the buoy to get the flashlight and the gear. Head to the Secret Chamber. Put the batteries in the flashlight and use it under the bed. Get the shovel and the diagram. Use the gear on the hourglass to get a key. Put the diagram on the post for the next puzzle.
Use the shovel on the sand to get the rudder and the metal scrap. Head to the Church. Use the metal scrap on the gears in the panel. Unlock the chest with the key to get ½ golden locks. Head to the Landing Stage. Use the rudder on the boat and turn the key.
Chapter 4: Island
Get the net. Get the code from the gazebo. Head to the Park. Use the net at the waterfall to get the car handle. Then, use it to get the fish. Look at the name on the trellis. Spell “Audrey” on the briefcase’s lock. Get the Letter “I”. Go to Owen’s house over the bridge. Give the fish to the cat. Get the medal from under the leaves. Put the car handle in the car and turn it. Click on the car to access the next hidden object scene.
To get a driver’s license, put the photo on the document. To get a keychain, use the ring on the Eiffel tower. Get the Klaxon Horn. Use the Klaxon Horn on the owl, and get the Letter “E”. Head to Owen’s House. Click on the car for the next hidden object scene.
Get the box. Put the box in the tool chest to trigger the next puzzle. Get the nail puller from the puzzle, and head to Owen’s house. Use the nail puller on the drain’s lid to get the Letter “A”. Use the three letters on the door, and then, unlock it with a key. Go into Mansion’s hall.
Remove the clothing from the antlers to get the broom. Get the sharp glass after knocking over the bottle. Go upstairs, and get the key after the cutscene. Get ½ daggers from the wolf head. Use the sharp glass on the patch to get the heart and pages. Use the broom to get rid of the cobwebs on the display case. Click it again for the next hidden object scene.
Construct a mace. Construct a loaded crossbow. On the feathers, use the scissors to get plumage. Construct a loaded bandolier. Get the saw. Use the saw on the antlers to get a horn. To get the eye, use the heart on the trinket box. Head upstairs. Put the horn on the moose.
Put the pages on the crest to unlock a puzzle. Get the snake tile. Use the snake tile on the crypt door to unlock the next puzzle. After the puzzle, enter the Vault.
Chapter 5: Vault
Put the eye in the skull’s socket to get the oil. Head to the Armory. Use the oil on the armor’s face plate to get the handle. Access the next hidden object scene in the display case.
Collect an axe. Use the axe on the door. Go through it. Put the handle on the drawer. Take the towel and page. Head to the Vault. Use the towel on the coffin’s dust 3 times. Get the ladybug and the plate. Put the plate on the vault for a puzzle. Get the 2nd dagger, and head to the armory.
Use the 2 daggers on the plaque to get the key. Head to Audrey’s room. Use the key on the cage’s lock. Get the red crystal, and head to the Town Square. Use the red crystal on the pawn shop’s door. Go inside and upstairs. Get the ball from the button drawer of the cabinet. Get the code from the left drawer. Use the ball on the glass case to unlock the puzzle. Get the pendant.
Put the code on the instrument case. Put in the code, 2497. Get the string. Use the string on the bracelet. Take it. Put the bracelet and pendant on the display. Head to the secret vault. Click the lamps by the desk for the next hidden object scene.
Construct a pendant. Construct scales. Construct a butterfly. Get the leaf. Get a heart from the bracelest using the magnifier. Construct a pocket watch. Get lighter fluid. Head to Audrey’s room. Use the ladybug on the box to trigger a puzzle. Get the file and the pearl. Use the file on the bag get the brooch and the note. Put the brooch on the dress in the armoire.
Get the incense and the ash from the suitcase. Head to the Pawnshop Office. Move the paper on the desk. Look at the symbols by using the charcoal pencil on the page. Put the paper with a code with the note. Put the note on the dials to unlock a puzzle.
Get the alarm clock, key, gold bar, and note. Put the key on the chest. Move it to the right. Get the tile and the lighter. Head to the Secret Vault.
Chapter 6: Windmill
Get the mold. Use the goldbar, mold, lighter fluid, and lighter on the stove. Turn the dial. Get the mold with gold. Put it in the bowl. Get the 2nd golden lock. Head to the Town Gates. Put the 2 golden locks on the gate lock. Head inside. Get the jack from the tractor. Put the tile on the mill door for the next puzzle. Click the mill door for the next hidden object scene.
Get a HELP US! With the brush on the sand. Construct a spider. Construct a stain. Construct a stem. Get a cat. Get the tractor key. Turn the tractor on with the tractor key. Use the jack on the bus to get a lock pick and the wheel. Use the lock pick on the panel lock to unlock a puzzle. Get the rope and click on the mill house for the next hidden object scene.
Get the dynamite. Use the rope in the well to get the mint. Put the alarm clock and dynamite at the cave entrance. Go in the cave. Put the wheel on the mechanism. Look at the floor tile for a puzzle. Go forward and select the people. Get the lava from the lava rock. Get the book. Get the key from the pedestal. Get the mint from the pedestal. Get the medal from the pedestal. Get the lava from the pedestal. Put the ashes on all four pedestals after the cutscene. Put the following items in center in this order: the Book, the Incense, and the pearl.
Congratulations! You have completed the Dark Dimensions – City of Ash mystery game! One of the most important things to remember is that the game comes in three different modes! Do not forget to experience the game in all of the different modes.
The Dark Dimensions – City of Ash Walkthrough is meant as a guide and does not contain cheats, hacks, or serials.