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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Nintendo has unveiled Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club, a new detective game in the Famicom Detective Club series, set to release on August 29th. Developed internally at Nintendo and led by Metroid producer Yoshio Sakamoto, the game involves solving the murder of a student found with a paper bag over his head. This marks the first new entry in the series in 30 years.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
The trailer for the upcoming cyberpunk-noir detective game "Nobody Wants To Die" showcases a self-aware, hard-boiled narrative set in New York in 2329, featuring cool hover-cars and consciousness transfer technology. Players will take on the role of detective James Karra to solve crimes using advanced cyberpunky gadgets, including a time-rewinding device. The game is set for release later this year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PCGamesN
Critical Hit Games, a Polish game developer, has unveiled a new cyberpunk detective game called Nobody Wants to Die, set in New York City in the year 2329. Players take on the role of detective James Karra, investigating a serial murder case in a future where the wealthy can live forever through advanced technology. The game promises to explore moral dilemmas and features a noir-inspired style. Scheduled for release on Steam later this year, the game aims to capture the essence of Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex while incorporating elements of LA Noire and Dishonored.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Detective: Ritual of the Sea is an upcoming action-adventure cyberpunk detective game by InterStudio, where players use advanced future tech to solve criminal cases, make dialogue choices, and use deductive reasoning. The game is set to release for PC at a later date, with a demo currently available as part of Steam Next Fest.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
The Inquisitor, a detective RPG game, presents a compelling premise of investigating a medieval town for a vampire based on dark fantasy novels, but falls short in delivering on its ambitious concept. While the story and characters are engaging, the game's linear structure and lack of clear consequences for choices diminish the impact of player agency. Additionally, technical issues and lack of challenge in action sequences detract from the overall experience, making it feel like the game does most of the detecting for you.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
Assassin's Creed Mirage aims to return to the franchise's roots in social stealth and investigation, but also feels like a mechanical throwback. The game features a local, intimate feel with a focus on detective work and gathering intel before assassinations. However, the traversal mechanics can be frustrating, with frequent unintended climbing and jumping. The combat system is described as simple and the mission structure emphasizes Basim's role as a detective. While the game shows promise, there are concerns about mechanical frustrations. Assassin's Creed Mirage will be released on October 5th.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Murdle is a free daily logic puzzle game that combines the elements of being a detective with solving a murder. Created by G.T. Karber, the game offers themed puzzles where players must figure out the culprit, crime scene, and murder weapon using clues and analysis. With its unique gameplay, Murdle provides a refreshing alternative to popular puzzle games like Wordle.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Push Square
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened, a Lovecraftian detective game, has been completely overhauled by developer Frogwares for the PS5. The game features a variety of investigation tools, including the "Mind Palace" and "Concentration" modes, and encourages players to solve cases for themselves without hints or tips. The game also includes otherworldly elements and takes players on a global journey to solve a series of disappearances linked to the Cthulhu Mythos. Overall, the game is visually spectacular and faithful to the beloved character of Sherlock Holmes.