Death Trick: Double Blind
- March 11, 2024
- Misty Mountain Studio
Get on Steam"Death Trick: Double Blind" is a mystery adventure game set in a 1950s traveling circus, where the star magician has disappeared. Play as a magician and a private eye with amnesia, each with unique skills, to investigate a large cast of characters and various locations. Use turn-based actions to uncover contradictions in the winding narrative and solve the murderous mystery.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a well-constructed story with engaging characters, making it immersive and enjoyable.
- The non-linear investigation mechanics allow players to explore at their own pace, enhancing the sense of discovery.
- The art and writing are of high quality, contributing to a charming atmosphere that resonates with players.
- The gameplay can be frustrating due to the Action Points system, which sometimes leads to wasted turns and unclear costs.
- Some players may find the mystery elements underwhelming, as the focus leans more towards character development than intricate puzzles.
- The pacing can be inconsistent, with players potentially missing crucial evidence and getting stuck on plot threads.
- story38 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in "Death Trick: Double Blind" is highly praised for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, offering a satisfying blend of detective work and character-driven storytelling. While the pacing can be influenced by player actions, leading to potential delays in plot progression, the overall structure allows for a rewarding experience with multiple endings and secrets to uncover. Players appreciate the immersive storytelling and the emotional connections formed with the characters, making it a standout in the genre.
“Overall, with a stellar story, fun characters, and interesting game mechanics, I felt immersed in the story and I was glad to have played!”
“Death Trick: Double Blind is a fantastic detective story, with a very satisfying gameplay loop of swapping between characters every hour.”
“While some deductions can be a bit obscure on a first playthrough, the overall structure allows for you to experience this game's great story and very well-constructed finale in a way that is satisfying no matter how you've played.”
“This could probably put off people who come into this looking for a brain-twisting mystery rather than the character-oriented story the game offers.”
“I beat the game in my small 6 hour run and most of that was deciding on what to do and reading the story.”
“This can range from getting story-driven and really important pieces of information, or just some extra background information.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Death Trick: Double Blind" is engaging and immersive, featuring a unique mechanic of character swapping that enhances the detective experience. While some players find certain aspects of the gameplay to be obtuse and occasionally frustrating, the overall consensus is that it effectively complements the stellar story and fun characters, making for a satisfying gaming experience.
“Death Trick: Double Blind is a fantastic detective story, with a very satisfying gameplay loop of swapping between characters every hour.”
“Overall, with a stellar story, fun characters, and interesting game mechanics, I felt immersed in the story and I was glad to have played!”
“Gameplay is interesting.”
“The gameplay can be a little obtuse and frustrating, but overall it's good.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a compelling mystery narrative enriched with heartfelt moments and unexpected twists, reminiscent of the reviewer’s favorite titles in the genre.
“Surprisingly really good mystery visual novel, with a few interesting twists and heartfelt moments that resonate like some of my all-time favorites.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with players expressing a strong desire to purchase the soundtrack, indicating its exceptional quality and appeal.
“I am willing to pay money for a copy of the soundtrack.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their quality and artistic style, complementing an intriguing plot that blends elements of a visual novel with detective themes. Overall, the visuals enhance the game's mysterious and engaging narrative.
“Great graphics and art, with a very interesting plot that combines elements of power dynamics and detective work. It's more of a visual novel than a traditional detective game, but the story is both attractive and mysterious.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Replayability is high for players who appreciate unlocking all the story content associated with the characters, as it encourages multiple playthroughs to fully experience the narrative.
“Replayability is fantastic if you enjoy unlocking all the story content for the characters.”
“The game offers great replayability, especially for those who love to explore every character's story.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be lacking, especially when compared to the charming wit found in the Ace Attorney series, despite its visual novel format. Overall, while it captures some of the essence of its inspirations, it falls short in delivering engaging comedic elements.
