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Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case

Hercule Poirot: The London Case is a detective game done right, from finding clues to question suspects, the player will feel like a real life Poirot.
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60%Game Brain Score
story, music
gameplay, graphics
55% User Score Based on 75 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 9 reviews

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Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case is a single player simulation game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Blazing Griffin and was released on August 29, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

In "Agatha Christie: Hercule Poirot - The London Case," players join the famous detective and his sidekick, Hastings, to solve a mystery involving a stolen painting at a London exhibition. This new adventure from Blazing Griffin takes place in a fresh location and features a thrilling investigation.

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55%
Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews
story11 positive mentions
gameplay8 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and engaging story that captures the essence of Agatha Christie's mysteries, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
  • The mind map deduction mechanic is a welcome return, allowing players to connect clues and thoughts effectively.
  • Voice acting and character designs are well-received, adding charm to the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including slow movement, clunky controls, and unresponsive interactions, which detract from the gameplay experience.
  • The narrative pacing is often slow, with some players finding the story too linear and lacking depth compared to previous titles in the series.
  • Graphics and animations feel dated and lack polish, leading to a less immersive experience than expected from a modern game.
  • story
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Hercule Poirot: The London Case" is based on Agatha Christie's novels and offers a mix of charm and depth, though it has been criticized for its linearity and lack of engaging mechanics, making players feel more like passive observers than active participants. While some players found the narrative enjoyable and appreciated callbacks to previous cases, others felt it was slow-paced, repetitive, and lacking in motivation, leading to a less gripping experience overall. Despite its flaws, fans of the genre may still find value in the story, especially if they are willing to overlook the game's mechanical shortcomings.

    • “Keep in mind it is definitely a story-based game.”
    • “The story is deeper than it appears at first, and I found myself sympathizing with several of the characters even as they all come to appear less innocent.”
    • “Hercule Poirot: The London Case delivers on its promise of a new Agatha Christie-style story in the Poirot universe.”
    • “I have no idea how we concluded who the thief is, though there were signs, but missing motivation etc... I didn't mind the crappy game mechanics, the lame graphics, but an extremely dumb story is not okay for a detective game... and this so far has been a total mess - and an uninteresting one.”
    • “And what is worse, the game's terrible behavior made conversations even more awkward - seemed like I was missing significant plot parts somehow because we were suddenly talking about things I had no idea about.”
    • “I'm maybe 30% through the game and even if the story would pick up, I still could not recommend this to anyone.”
  • gameplay
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it tedious and lacking in mechanics, while others appreciated the return of the mind map deduction system. Although the graphics are praised, many feel that the focus on visuals detracted from the overall mechanics and story flow, leading to a bland experience. Despite these criticisms, some players enjoyed the narrative and recommend it for fans of mystery games, noting that there is potential for improvement.

    • “So, moving on from that and focusing on the gameplay and story, this game really charmed me in the end.”
    • “Overall while there is room for improvement gameplay-wise, this narrative won me over and I thoroughly enjoyed the game and recommend it for mystery lovers.”
    • “The mindmap deduction mechanic is back and it's still a nice way of combining thoughts that takes the place of usual inventory puzzles in adventure games.”
    • “When the gameplay is so mind-numbingly tedious and boring, it drops off some points.”
    • “The story is fine but, coupled with the repetitive gameplay, the whole experience is a bit bland and I was never really gripped, but I was happy to play on.”
    • “I have no idea how we concluded who the thief is, though there were signs, but missing motivation etc... I didn't mind the crappy game mechanics, the lame graphics, but an extremely dumb story is not okay for a detective game... and this so far has been a total mess - and an uninteresting one.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting realistic 3D visuals and stylish aesthetics, while others criticize them as stiff, waxy, and lacking detail. Although there are minor improvements in the graphics, many feel they still fall short of high-quality standards, with some scenes appearing poorly executed. Overall, the visuals are described as decent but not impressive, contributing to a less engaging experience.

    • “The graphics are very shiny on full settings.”
    • “It looks like they have improved the graphics in the new game.”
    • “It's too bad playing this is such a tiresome slog because the voice acting is delightful and the visuals are stylish.”
    • “The graphics are very shiny on full settings but again there was a scene at the cafe where clearly there is no furniture inside the store, merely a shell for people to interact outside of it - a bit sloppy.”
    • “Those games look like plastic so don't expect AAA level graphics.”
    • “[Graphics feel waxy and dated, animations are stiff and lifeless, some conversations end up going in a circle too often]”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the catchy intro and pleasant background tracks, while others feel it could be improved compared to earlier cases. Overall, while the original soundtrack has its highlights, it may not meet the expectations of all players, particularly those familiar with the series.

    • “The OST is good and the puzzles are fun.”
    • “Pleasant background music.”
    • “I think the music from the first cases was superior, though.”
    • “In this particular game, the music and other aspects could be improved, but overall I would recommend it to fans of mystery games and Agatha Christie.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for being plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, affecting character movements and storytelling. While some players still find enjoyment in the game, the overall consensus highlights that these issues detract significantly from the experience, making it feel dull and plodding.

    • “It absolutely pains me to say to disregard this game, but it was dull, plodding, and buggy.”
    • “It has been buggy from the start.”
    • “Plus there are weird glitches and bugs which pop up too.”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing it as mind-numbingly boring. This has led to a consensus that the grinding can detract from the overall enjoyment, with some suggesting it requires an excessive time commitment.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “When the gameplay is so mind-numbingly tedious and boring, it drops off some points.”
    • “I found the game was sometimes tedious for movement.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a relaxed and enjoyable vibe, enhanced by fun voice acting that adds charm to the experience, reminiscent of an original Poirot mystery.

    • “An original Poirot mystery with a relaxed atmosphere and fun voice acting.”
    • “The game immerses you in a beautifully crafted world that feels alive and vibrant.”
    • “The atmospheric sound design and stunning visuals create an unforgettable experience.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the character designs are visually appealing and complemented by a good original soundtrack and enjoyable puzzles, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game.

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Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case is a simulation game with mystery theme.

Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case.

Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case was released on August 29, 2023.

Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case was developed by Blazing Griffin.

Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case is a single player game.

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