Chronique des Silencieux

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In Chronique des Silencieux, set in 1970s southern France, you step into the shoes of a rookie private eye, tasked to uncover the secrets of a secretive old man, Victor Dousvalon. As you dig deeper into his past, you'll need to question witnesses, detect their lies, and hypothesize motives to confront the silent ones running from their past. With family papers to search and personal questions to ask, this delicate case will require all your detective skills to break the silence.

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Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Chronique des Silencieux features a unique and engaging detective gameplay experience, allowing players to make their own deductions and connections.
The art style and graphics are beautifully crafted, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the storytelling.
The game offers a rich narrative set in post-war France, filled with interesting characters and historical context, making it a rewarding experience for fans of detective stories.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and softlocks, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
Many players find the deduction mechanics to be overly challenging and sometimes arbitrary, leading to frustration when trying to progress.
The pacing can be slow, with long conversations and extensive document analysis that may test players' patience.

gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
63%
10%
The gameplay in "Chronique des silencieux" features unique and rewarding detective mechanics that effectively connect to the story, making for an engaging experience. However, players have noted issues such as graphical glitches, unclear mechanics, and overly demanding deduction requirements that can lead to frustration. Despite these drawbacks, the game is praised for its stellar animations, atmospheric soundtrack, and rich narrative, which contribute to its overall appeal as a detective title.
- “The mechanics when making hypotheses and accusations are unique and rewarding.”
- “It's rare to get a straight-up detective story like this that also has proper detecting gameplay; usually it's one or the other.”
- “The detective work and the gameplay that accompanies it connects to the story extremely well, and I’m really impressed by the fact that the gameplay does not feel one bit superficial.”
- “Sadly, the occasional graphical glitch, faulty translation, and overly demanding deduction requirements make the gameplay experience much harder than it should be.”
- “Due to the mechanics also not being clearly explained, I found myself unsure what I was supposed to be doing at any given time.”
- “Chronique des silencieux has the makings of a decent detective game, but bugs, localisation issues, and a stubbornly rigid set of puzzle mechanics hobble it from the outset.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
63%
11%
The story in this detective game is praised for its richness and complexity, weaving together themes of war, choices, and family through interconnected cases that gradually reveal the life of the enigmatic character, Victor. Set in 1960s France, the narrative is complemented by charming visuals and engaging gameplay mechanics that enhance the detective experience, although some users noted awkward English translations and occasional gameplay frustrations. Overall, the well-crafted story and immersive atmosphere make it a compelling experience for players.
- “All three cases are carefully connected, and bit by bit you're unveiling the life story of the mysterious man, Victor.”
- “The detective work and the gameplay that accompanies it connects to the story extremely well, and I’m really impressed by the fact that the gameplay does not feel one bit superficial.”
- “The English translation can sometimes be awkward, though not enough to impact the story or your deductions (that I've seen).”
- “It had a complicated story of war, choices, family, and repercussions.”
- “It's rare to get a straight-up detective story like this that also has proper detecting gameplay; usually it's one or the other.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
31%
15%
The game's graphics and art style are widely praised for their charm and immersive quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience. While the visuals are described as beautiful and unique, some players have noted occasional graphical glitches and a style that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the combination of stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack creates an engaging atmosphere, though minor technical issues can detract from the enjoyment.
- “The art and graphics are wonderful, the cut scenes are fully voiced, and overall the game is extremely immersive.”
- “The game nails audiovisuals spot-on.”
- “Everything about this is great, from the art style to the narrative.”
- “Sadly, the occasional graphical glitch, faulty translation, and overly demanding deduction requirements make the gameplay experience much harder than it should be.”
- “It doesn't hold your hand and trusts you to come to your own conclusions, and while I'm not a fan of the art style, some minor bugs get in the way of fun.”
- “[bad stuff, the art style might not be for everyone, relatively short game]”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The game's music is a standout feature, characterized by a jazz-infused soundtrack that beautifully complements its 1960s French cultural setting and enhances the noir atmosphere. Players appreciate how the immersive and atmospheric music, along with likable characters, contributes to an engaging and enjoyable experience. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its distinct 60s vibe, making it a key element of the game's charm.
- “The music and the likable characters made this game a joy to play through.”
- “Graphics are accompanied by a soundtrack that has a distinct 60s vibe.”
- “The game stands out for its attention to detail and immersive environments, blending 1960s French culture with a jazz-infused soundtrack that adds to the noir vibe.”
- “Graphics are accompanied with a soundtrack that has a distinct 60s vibe in it.”
- “[simple yet beautiful visuals that look like they're from a storybook, incredibly atmospheric soundtrack that will keep you hooked and investigating further, easy to understand gameplay mechanics that make the game very approachable, story-rich gameplay that keeps unfolding and expanding as you go.]”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. These flaws contribute to a slow-paced experience and unclear mechanics, ultimately detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game is extremely buggy.”
- “Once I did get past all the glitches and managed to use the in-game hint system, it gave me a vague idea of what question I needed to answer, but not much more than that.”
- “[Extremely slow-paced, unclear in places, buggy, and poorly localized]”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by simple yet beautiful visuals reminiscent of a storybook, complemented by an incredibly atmospheric soundtrack that enhances immersion and encourages exploration. The story-rich gameplay unfolds gradually, keeping players engaged, while the easy-to-understand mechanics make the experience accessible to a wide audience.
- “Simple yet beautiful visuals that look like they're from a storybook.”
- “Incredibly atmospheric soundtrack that will keep you hooked and investigating further.”
- “Story-rich gameplay that keeps unfolding and expanding as you go.”