Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives

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Help Arthur and Susan solve three mysterious cases in this funny, original and cozy point & click indie game. 30 captivating characters, each one with their own tales, motives and secrets. Each one is a puzzle on its own. Each one has a different text font and around 100 combination of body poses and face gestures that we have diligently defined, even if you'll only see a fraction! More than 100…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

humor22 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features a lighthearted and engaging story with clever twists and endearing characters.
The humor is sharp and well-timed, providing a fun and entertaining experience.
The colorful graphics and charming art style enhance the overall cozy atmosphere of the game.

The game lacks a Help button, making it frustrating at times to figure out what to do next.
The English translation has issues, with some jokes and dialogue not translating well, detracting from the humor.
Some puzzles can feel illogical or repetitive, leading to moments of boredom and confusion.

humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players praising its sharp, well-timed wit and endearing characters, often evoking nostalgia for classic cartoons. However, some found the humor to be childish and poorly executed, particularly noting that certain jokes may have been lost in translation. Overall, those who appreciate absurd and cozy mystery themes are likely to enjoy the comedic elements, despite some criticisms.
- “The humor is sharp and perfectly timed, and the characters are incredibly endearing.”
- “Hilarious, with that old-school touch that brings back memories of Sunday mornings watching cartoons as a child!”
- “If you like cozy mystery books and absurd humor, you're gonna love this.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The story is characterized as lighthearted and clever, featuring interconnected cases that engage players with logical puzzles and humorous dialogue. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail in side interactions and the overall cozy tone, which enhances the experience of solving mysteries alongside quirky characters.
- “It’s not just the main story—I found myself lingering to explore every detail and side interaction.”
- “The dialogues are nicely written and the story achieves to keep a cozy, light tone overall.”
- “The story is lighthearted yet smart, with clever twists that kept me guessing.”
- “The story comprises three cases that are interconnected for the two new detectives.”
- “As an example, a story about a family accidentally catching a burglar goes like this: 'the owners were telling jokes and heard some laughter from the basement.'”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives" are consistently praised for their bright and cheerful aesthetic, contributing to the game's overall appeal. Many reviewers highlight the colorful artwork as a standout feature, often noting it as the game's primary redeeming quality.
- “The artwork was bright and cheerful.”
- “Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives is a fun little adventure, featuring colorful graphics and a no less colorful cast.”
- “Graphics were nice and colorful, and it was about the only redeeming quality of this game for me.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being repetitive and of poor quality, leading many players to turn it off entirely.
- “The music was repetitive and bad; I had to turn it off completely after a while.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay focuses heavily on collecting evidence and questioning witnesses and suspects, although it lacks dedicated investigation mechanics like deduction boards. This approach emphasizes player engagement in the investigative process without structured tools.
- “There are no dedicated investigation mechanics such as deduction boards, but collecting evidence and questioning witnesses and suspects are a large part of the game.”