Hauma - A Detective Noir Story - Prologue
- May 19, 2023
- SenAm Games
Get on SteamABOUT HAUMAHauma is a noir deduction visual novel set in the heart of Munich. Step into the shoes of Judith, a former detective with a sharp wit and a knack for getting things done, as she uncovers a conspiracy amongst the city's upper echelons of society. Explore real locations in a unique art style, immersing you in the world of Bavaria's capital. From the historic House of Art to other unexpect…
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Reviews
- The comic book art style is visually appealing and enhances the overall experience.
- The voice acting is well done, adding depth to the characters and story.
- The prologue presents an interesting story with a good mix of mystery and suspense.
- The gameplay primarily consists of simple point-and-click actions with minimal puzzles, which may not satisfy players looking for more challenge.
- There is no save system or menu options in the prologue, which could be a drawback for some players.
- The dialogue and cut scenes can be lengthy, potentially leading to pacing issues for those who prefer quicker gameplay.
- story13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of "Hauma - A Detective Noir Story" captivates players with its engaging prologue and escalating suspense, set against a visually striking backdrop of Munich. Users appreciate the well-crafted narrative, immersive voice acting, and the blend of mystery and puzzle-solving elements, making it a compelling choice for fans of visual novels and detective stories. Overall, the game promises an intriguing experience that keeps players eager for more.
“The prologue to Hauma - a detective noir story had me hooked pretty much from the start.”
“I love the story and the excitement building around it as it escalates to another level of hype and suspense.”
“This prologue is a really well-made introduction to the story and world of this game.”
“- it's just a point-and-click adventure where most of the time there is only one thing to click or reply to choose to let the story progress.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a vibrant comic book art style that is well-received for its fantastic colors and sketchy aesthetic. Players appreciate the high-quality voice acting, which enhances the overall experience, and the performance remains strong even on lower-end hardware.
“I love the comic book visuals, and the game had some good voice acting to boot.”
“The story seems really interesting so far, the art style looks fantastic even though it has a little sketchy feel to it, and the voice acting is top notch!”
“I loved the art style, and the voice acting is the cherry on top.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its fantastic style and interesting story, but it lacks substantial mechanics, with no puzzles or engaging gameplay elements present. Reviewers suggest that incorporating puzzles or minigames could enhance the overall experience and make it feel more game-like.
“It has a fantastic style, an interesting story, and some decent mechanics.”
“Adding more gameplay elements, with actual puzzles or minigames would certainly make it more interesting and game-like.”
“There are no actual puzzles or gameplay to speak of.”
“Adding more gameplay elements, with actual puzzles or minigames would certainly make it more interesting and game-like, if the developers had that in mind.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting it as well done and pretty good overall.
“The music is also well done.”
“Pretty good music.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, delivering excellent performance even on lower-end hardware, such as Intel onboard graphics.
“Performance was great even on Intel onboard graphics.”
“The game runs smoothly with minimal lag, showcasing excellent optimization.”
“I was impressed by how well the game performed on lower-end hardware.”
