Detective Rosie Morgan: Murder on the River Thames
- June 4, 2021
- Little Black Book Entertainment
“Detective Rosie Morgan: Murder on the River Thames” is a Detective Mystery Visual Novel and Yuri Dating Sim set in London. You play as DI (Detective Inspector) Rosie Morgan, one of the best and brightest detectives in London's Metropolitan Police.
Reviews
- The character art is delightful and adds a pleasant vibe to the game.
- The plot is interesting for a detective novel, providing some engaging moments.
- It's easy to achieve all the game’s achievements due to the limited number and the Skip function.
- The writing is poorly executed, leading to a shallow premise and lackluster characters.
- The game has been criticized for its handling of sensitive topics, with some players finding it transphobic.
- Controls are reported to be terrible, and the adult patch does not function as intended.
- story10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by a shallow premise and lackluster characters, leading to a predictable and somewhat outdated plot that fails to enhance the overall atmosphere. While some find the detective novel elements interesting, the narrative is best suited for those seeking a light read without high expectations.
“The plot itself is interesting, which is to be expected from a detective novel story.”
“Shallow premise and characters with an equally lackluster story.”
“For me, it was a con because it does not play well for the overall atmosphere of the lore and story.”
“I would only recommend it to someone who wants to read a light story and doesn't have high expectations.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as unobtrusive and functional, effectively enhancing the experience without overwhelming the player. It serves its purpose well, providing an appropriate backdrop without drawing too much attention.
“The circumstantial music does not overload you - it is there, it serves its function and that's it.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game has been criticized for not effectively supporting the lore and story, leading to a disconnect that detracts from the overall experience.
“For me, it was a con because it does not play well for the overall atmosphere of the lore and story.”