Call of Cthulhu
- October 29, 2018
- Cyanide Studio
- 10h median play time
Call of Cthulhu's engaging mystery and intriguing utilization of RPG mechanics make it one of the more enjoyable Lovecraftian games in years.
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Get on Xbox Games StoreIn Call of Cthulhu, you play as a private detective investigating a mysterious death in 1920s Arkham. The game combines elements of detective work and Lovecraftian horror, with a focus on exploration, puzzle-solving, and dialogue. Your choices and investigations will shape the course of the story and your character's sanity.
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Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 3,924 reviews
story1,032 positive mentions
grinding49 negative mentions
- story2,696 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
- gameplay1,148 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
- atmosphere852 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
- graphics772 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
- music151 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
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Critic Reviews
63% average critic score
Call of Cthulhu Review
Call of Cthulhu's engaging mystery and intriguing utilization of RPG mechanics make it one of the more enjoyable Lovecraftian games in years.
86%Call of Cthulhu Switch review | Switch Re:port
Call of Cthulhu on Switch is still a decent game , with plenty of atmosphere and an intriguing story, even if its execution is lacking.
50%Call of Cthulhu review
A mediocre detective game with predictable stealth and a surreal story that runs out of steam near the end.
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