Clue/Cluedo
- August 23, 2023
- Marmalade Game Studio Ltd
- 39h median play time
Get on SteamClue/Cluedo is a single-player and multiplayer strategy game that offers a fresh take on the classic crime-solving board game. Experience the iconic murder mystery in stunning 3D, interrogating suspects and unlocking motives as you go. With exclusive features like interrogating multiple suspects at once, Clue/Cluedo offers a new level of freedom and creativity for crime enthusiasts.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- graphics234 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and detail, with many players highlighting the charming art style and smooth visuals. While some users experienced performance issues on older PCs, adjusting the settings resolved these problems, allowing them to enjoy the game's appealing aesthetics. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some concerns about the cost and value of DLC that primarily offers aesthetic changes.
“The graphics are breathtakingly beautiful, especially with the DLC that opens up even more characters and places!”
“The graphics are clean and smooth, and it's prettier than I expected.”
“One of the best board game adaptations I've ever played - the developers put a lot of love and thought into the whole game, the graphics, the sound, the music, the characters in each setting, and the game mechanics.”
“The DLC only changes the visuals; the gameplay is identical with the artwork changing.”
“Too bad this last patch has made it unplayable... loss of graphics big time.”
“However, the graphics and soundtrack are repetitive in an annoying way; the original classic characters are not available - only the modernized version of them which made them ugly; the game is greedily designed to drain money out of users.”
- gameplay176 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this Clue adaptation is generally praised for its faithful representation of the classic board game, featuring straightforward mechanics that are easy to learn and enjoyable for both single and multiplayer modes. While the game includes cosmetic DLC that does not impact gameplay, some users have reported issues such as glitches and slow turn times, which can detract from the experience. Overall, the game is well-designed with good graphics and an intuitive interface, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.
“The gameplay was excellent and the plot development with each game is phenomenal.”
“One of the best board game adaptations I've ever played - the developers put a lot of love and thought into the whole game, the graphics, the sound, the music, the characters in each setting, and the game mechanics.”
“This release on Steam is the ultimate incarnation of their efforts: gorgeous HD artwork, intuitive interface, and gameplay entirely faithful to the Hasbro classic.”
“The mechanics for rolling the dice continually glitch out, causing the game to be unplayable.”
“Do not buy this game unless you like frequent crashes, extremely slow gameplay, and the game even putting you in with bots instead of the friends you thought you were gaming with!”
“The whole dice-rolling mechanic also didn't work very well and they could have come up with something better.”
- music142 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create an immersive and atmospheric experience, enhancing the overall gameplay with its eerie and suspenseful tones. While many players appreciate the soundtrack and its fitting themes, some note that it can be repetitive and occasionally too loud, leading to a desire for more variety. Overall, the music complements the game's visuals and mechanics, contributing positively to the nostalgic feel of the classic board game adaptation.
“The soundtrack adds an eerie and suspenseful ambiance to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The music really sets the tone for the game and the realistic elements of the game make it feel very immersive and enjoyable.”
“The music sets a really good atmosphere and while the multiplayer is a little clunky, it's still playable.”
“Music is too loud even on the lowest setting, and only ever repeats itself.”
“After losing over 10 hours on this thing, and suffering the short music loop a zillion times, I got very bored rather quickly and it would have been nice to change things up by downloading one or two of the new themes, but nope...you've got to pay top dollar for the entire season, and it just ain't worth it.”
“However, the graphics and soundtrack are repetitive in an annoying way; the original classic characters are not available - only the modernized version of them which made them ugly; the game is greedily designed to drain money out of users.”
- stability68 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with frequent bugs, glitches, and freezes that disrupt both single-player and online multiplayer experiences. While some players find enjoyment in the game when it functions properly, many report that these technical problems often render it unplayable, particularly in online modes. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, leading to frustration and abandonment of sessions.
“The game runs great, and very light, toaster laptops can run this game.”
“The one saving grace is that it is still smooth and it's pleasingly bug-free.”
“The constant glitches in the lobby and delays in the middle of matches happen every game and every time the game is first launched.”
“Unfortunately, this game is so glitchy/buggy that it was impossible to get through a single session successfully without some sort of bug breaking the game or otherwise preventing us from moving forward.”
“This game works fine in single player offline, but when you try to play online either with friends or random people, it is so buggy that it just doesn't even load up with the buttons you need to be able to click to play the game.”
- replayability44 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, with many players noting the inclusion of diverse themes and optional DLC that adds new characters, costumes, and boards. While the base game offers hours of enjoyment, some suggest that additional rule settings could enhance replay value further. Overall, it is regarded as a fun and engaging experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“Clue/Cluedo: the classic mystery game offers near-endless replayability.”
“One standout feature is the inclusion of different themes, such as Sherlock Holmes and The Princess Bride, which give the classic formula a fresh twist and provide extra replayability.”
“Nevertheless, the base game has hours and hours of replay value, and I would still heartily recommend picking this game up.”
“The DLC is optional but does add some replayability in different characters, costumes, boards, and weapons.”
- story44 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely considered minimal or unimportant, with many reviewers noting a lack of substantial plot development. While some mention the presence of character backstories, they feel insufficient to create an engaging narrative. Overall, the gameplay is praised, but the story aspect is seen as a significant weakness.
“The gameplay was excellent and the plot development with each game is phenomenal.”
“Suggestions... to have a backstory on the characters, and to have a storyline game involving each character's journey.”
“The fact that each character had a 'back story' made this one only slightly interesting.”
“✅ none/not important in this game (the murder but it's not really story)”
“🔲 this game has no story”
“Not too much of a storyline.”
- monetization36 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received significant criticism, with many players labeling it a cash grab due to the abundance of in-game purchases and intrusive advertising for additional content. While some in-game purchases are cosmetic and do not impact gameplay, the high prices and the inability to refund purchases have left users frustrated. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as excessive and detrimental to the gaming experience.
“In-game purchase offers are not that intrusive.”
“There are in-game purchases if you want to use some other artwork/names but there's no pay-to-win exploits, so that's good; I still wish I wouldn't have to read a pop-up now and then that is asking me to buy cosmetics though.”
“The in-game purchases are cosmetic to player only - it does not affect other people's gameplay.”
“Launched and within 5 minutes you can tell this is a cash grab as they are constantly advertising all the maps you are missing (you only get one, there are like 30) and the characters you don't own as you are trying to set up the game.”
“It is my humble opinion that the season pass is unnecessary & a blatant cash grab.”
“Absolutely obnoxious monetization.”
- atmosphere24 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful design, immersive sound effects, and atmospheric music, effectively capturing the essence of a mysterious mansion. While the visuals and character designs contribute to a captivating experience, some players note that the lack of musical variety can detract from long play sessions. Overall, the game is best enjoyed in a group setting to fully appreciate its ambiance.
“The rooms, characters, and weapons are all beautifully designed, immersing players in the atmosphere of a mysterious mansion.”
“Love the music as well; creates a really nice atmosphere/ambience.”
“Secondly, the atmosphere is superb: this game has clearly been made by Cluedo experts.”
“The additional packs mainly give you more choices in atmosphere and avatars.”
- humor20 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its light-hearted aesthetic, funny sound effects, and cartoonish art style that enhances the comedic experience. However, some users express frustration over certain aspects, such as server issues and perceived high costs, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, many recommend the game for its amusing details and engaging visuals, especially for fans of the related movie.
“I would definitely recommend this to people who enjoy playing these types of games and/or if you've seen the hilarious movie.”
“The season pass is too expensive but I caved and got it and the artwork is hilarious so I don't regret it.”
“Cluedo TCMMG has a light-hearted aesthetic and tone to it as it uses a cartoon art style with the settings and characters being brightly colored and having humorous gestures upon solving the murder, as well as having an upbeat theme tune when the game starts.”
“I don't know if it's a server problem or what, but it's absolutely not funny, and unjustifiable for a game that is being sold for real money.”
- grinding12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, particularly for achievements like the 1k and 2k roll, which require significant time investment. While some describe the grinding as average, many agree that it can feel overwhelming, especially for those not deeply invested in the game's mechanics.
“The achievements are super grindy for those who aren't die-hard clue fans though.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The 1k and 2k roll achievements are way too grindy.”
- character development10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its diverse and engaging character designs, many of which resemble celebrities, adding a nostalgic and familiar touch for players. The ability to mix and match character designs enhances customization, although some players express disappointment that downloadable content for maps is client-side only. Overall, the character designs contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
“I did buy the season ticket to get all the other locals and character designs; I really like the fact you can mix them up too.”
“It's the clue game I've known and loved, with a variety of boards and interesting character designs.”
“The DLC character designs are cool.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and stunning visuals, with minimal glitches reported. However, some users have noted slight performance issues and frustrations with the AI, alongside complaints about the effectiveness of updates that seemingly did not improve performance.
“It runs smoothly.”
“Fun game to play with family members; enjoy the stunning manor and the characters; game runs smoothly and we rarely encounter glitches.”
“It looks amazing and runs smoothly.”
“Does have slight performance issues, and the AI can feel very unfair at times...”
“Edit: years later, the company issued a few 'updates' that not only could no one tell what they did, but many players have complained about the performance of the game.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional impact, characterized by a wholesome atmosphere enhanced by great graphics and stunning sound design, creating a deeply engaging experience for players.
