Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets

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Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets is a single player action game with a mystery theme. It was developed by City Interactive S.A. and was released on July 13, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

"Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets" is a point-and-click adventure game where players step into the shoes of FBI Agent Nicole Bonnet. As the body count of murdered antiquarians and collectors rises in New York City, Bonnet must connect the dots between these crimes and a retired subway worker's murder, all while investigating the infamous Crime of the Century bank robbery. With a tense plot, surprising turns, and a hauntingly atmospheric soundtrack, players must work quickly to solve the mystery before another victim falls.

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16%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

music1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a decent story that maintains mystery until the end.
Some players found the hidden object gameplay enjoyable, providing a fun experience despite its shortcomings.
The game can be completed in a short time, making it a quick play for those looking for a brief hidden object experience.

The game is primarily a hidden object game with minimal story and lacks the depth of previous titles in the series.
Many hidden object puzzles are poorly designed, with unrecognizable items and frustrating mechanics that reset if players take too long.
There are reports of a trojan virus included in the game files, raising significant concerns about security and playability.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The game's story is inconsistent, with some players noting an interesting beginning that devolves into a series of disconnected hidden object puzzles, ultimately leading to an abrupt and unsatisfying conclusion. While a few reviews appreciated the mystery and the story's potential, many criticized the lack of voice acting and the overshadowing of narrative by gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story seems to be an afterthought, with players feeling that the focus on puzzles detracts from a cohesive narrative experience.
- “The story was very interesting; it kept the mystery until the end, and I liked how the story ended.”
- “It offers just enough variety and story to keep you playing.”
- “The earlier Art of Murder games prior to adding hidden object elements were much better: better story and longer time investment.”
- “No story to speak of, best avoided.”
- “By the end of the game, the developers had completely forgotten the story altogether and just have you clicking from one hidden object room to the next.”
- “The storyline could've been okay, but the ending is abrupt and somehow anti-climactic despite a lack of suspense.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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Reviews indicate mixed feelings about the graphics, with some users experiencing issues on Intel graphics cards, particularly with older games. While one reviewer noted the graphics as "very nice," another criticized them for being low-quality and detracting from the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics seem to require adjustments for optimal performance, especially on certain hardware.
- “Very nice graphics and adventure.”
- “This takes a little tweaking to work because the Intel graphics card doesn't seem to like these games.”
- “Due to modern Intel graphic cards having issues with XP-era games.”
- “It's one thing to make a game more difficult by only showing a peek of an item or hiding it in a bigger item, but the low graphics in this game are akin to starting a game of hide and seek and then driving away from the house forever.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to puzzle resets that occur if they take too long, particularly during the hop sections.
- “If you take too long, the puzzle resets, making the hop sections very tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless, and it often detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes monotonous.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is perceived as a lazy cash grab, indicating that players feel the game prioritizes profit over quality and player experience.
- “This game feels like a lazy cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when it constantly pushes me to spend more money.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users suggest that optimizing the game involves selecting the high-performance NVIDIA graphics processor for better performance.
- “The game runs incredibly smoothly on my high performance NVIDIA processor, making the experience truly immersive.”
- “I love how the optimization allows for seamless gameplay even on lower-end hardware, proving that great performance doesn't always require the latest tech.”
- “The developers did an amazing job with optimization; I can finally enjoy high frame rates without any lag or stuttering.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on high-performance NVIDIA processors.”
- “I experienced frequent stuttering and lag, which severely impacted my gameplay experience.”
- “Despite adjusting the settings, the optimization issues persisted, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, noting that the game often fails to recognize interactions, leading to freezing and unresponsive behavior when attempting to use hints or click on objects.
- “You click on the object, you use the hint, click until it freezes, and the game still does not recognize that you've found the object.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall gameplay experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting it as a positive aspect.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay has received a mixed response, with a score of 7 indicating that while it offers enjoyable elements, there are areas that could be improved for a more engaging experience. Players appreciate certain mechanics but note inconsistencies that may affect overall enjoyment.

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Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets is a action game with mystery theme.

Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets is available on PC and Windows.

Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets was released on July 13, 2018.

Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets was developed by City Interactive S.A..

Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets is a single player game.

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