Devil In The Capital
- July 4, 2017
- RSK Entertainment
Get on SteamWith the death of the second police detective in one of the northern Iranian cities, the total number of victims adds up to 5. It’s as if no one, whether the general public or high-ranking political figures and even detectives from the police office are safe from the murderer(s). Mohammad Afshar (the detective in Murder in the Tehran’s Alleys 1) is now dispatched on a mission which has taken the l…
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Reviews
- The game features a unique setting in Iran and is based on real historical events, which adds an intriguing layer to the story.
- The visuals and art style are appealing, with a mix of hand-painted and 3D rendered graphics that enhance the overall atmosphere.
- The game is relatively bug-free and offers a classic point-and-click adventure experience, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The story feels incomplete and lacks necessary details, leaving players with a sense of unresolvedness and confusion about the plot.
- Puzzles are overly simplistic and trivial, which may disappoint players looking for a more challenging experience.
- The game is linear and restricts player exploration, often forcing characters to act in ways that feel illogical or frustrating.
- story11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story is centered around a murder mystery that intertwines with political themes, but many reviewers feel it lacks depth and clarity, often leaving players confused about the connections between plot points. While the visuals and atmosphere are praised, the narrative is described as incomplete and unsatisfying, with essential details often relegated to off-screen content. Overall, the game presents an intriguing premise but fails to deliver a fully engaging and coherent story experience.
“The story of the game begins with a murder, and you are a detective who must find the criminal behind it.”
“The story is intriguing, and the puzzles are quite easy and typical.”
“Game has nice graphics and atmosphere, featuring a criminal investigation story and classic point-and-click gameplay, so if you like these specifications, I recommend buying this game.”
“There are a few puzzle-like actions, but it is mostly a story you watch and an incomplete one.”
“Most of this political content happens entirely off-screen and is just mentioned in letters, which makes it confusing as to how it ties into the story that the 'player' is engaged with.”
“They just kind of end and you're left with a murder mystery that is somehow tied into a political story that for some reason is not being fully fleshed out, some good artwork and even an interesting main character that you like, and a strong feeling of unresolvedness.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered decent, with a strong atmosphere and appealing artwork that enhances the criminal investigation theme. However, some players noted that the cut scenes appear muddy and dark, detracting from the overall visual experience. While the visuals are appreciated, there is a sentiment that they could be better integrated with the story and gameplay.
“The game has nice graphics and atmosphere, combined with a criminal investigation story and classic point-and-click gameplay. If you enjoy these elements, I recommend buying this game.”
“The visuals and story are captivating; I would focus more on them than the puzzles if I were directing this game.”
“The artwork is impressive, featuring an interesting main character and a strong sense of unresolvedness in the narrative.”
“The puzzles are pretty basic; in fact, I would mostly remove them and just focus on the visuals and story if I were directing this game.”
“The graphics look decent, but the cutscenes are so muddy and dark.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as light and pleasant, appealing to fans of classic adventure games, though some players find it can become annoying and note that the sound effects are lacking. Overall, while the music has its merits, it may not satisfy all players.
“I really enjoy the game's music; it's light and pleasant, creating a nice atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
“The music can be annoying and the abrupt endings are jarring.”
“Sometimes the double click doesn't work for running, and the controls feel clunky.”
“Overall, while it's a good classic adventure game, I only recommend it to old school adventure game lovers.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by beautiful art, a solid feel, enjoyable puzzles, and easy mechanics, making it an engaging experience that is well worth the player's time.
“With its beautiful art, solid feel, enjoyable puzzles, and super easy mechanics, it's far from being a waste of time.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features appealing graphics and a captivating atmosphere that enhances its criminal investigation narrative, making it a strong recommendation for fans of classic point-and-click gameplay.
“The game has a captivating atmosphere, enhanced by its stunning graphics and an intriguing criminal investigation story, making it a must-buy for fans of classic point-and-click gameplay.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, perfectly complementing the engaging narrative and beautiful visuals.”
“With its rich atmosphere and detailed graphics, the game creates a compelling world that keeps you invested in the story.”
