Interrogation Simulator

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Interrogation Simulator is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Otis Miller and was released on October 31, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Interrogation Simulator is a narrative-driven game that puts you in the role of a detective, interrogating suspects to solve cases. Use various conversational tactics, evidence, and observation to extract the truth. With branching dialogue and multiple endings, each playthrough offers a unique experience.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and engaging interrogation experience with varied cases and clever writing.
It provides a satisfying challenge, requiring players to think critically about their questioning strategies to achieve perfect scores.
Despite its simple graphics, the game effectively captures emotions and has a charming atmosphere, making it enjoyable for fans of detective and puzzle games.

The game is extremely linear, limiting player creativity and exploration in the interrogation process.
It is quite short, with some players feeling that it lacks content and replayability after completing the cases.
There are occasional bugs and interface issues that can disrupt gameplay, such as glitches that require restarting the game.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a minimalist art style that, while simple, effectively conveys emotions and enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the clarity and expressiveness of the visuals, noting that the graphics do not detract from gameplay and contribute to a stable performance. Despite some criticism regarding the lack of background music, the unique art style is generally well-received and complements the game's narrative and mechanics.
- “The visuals are simple, but very clear, and the expressions are very emotive!”
- “The simplified graphics and interface of the game make me focused on interrogating, and of course, it makes the game run very fast and stable.”
- “Entering into trust, keeping them under pressure, forcing them to lie to catch them, very well made; if it wasn't for the minimalist graphics (which by the way manage to capture emotions and faces pretty well) it could be worth 5 times more.”
- “The mspaint graphics add to the atmosphere, but the lack of any background music throughout the entire game seems odd, especially if you're going to make the characters sing some parts.”
- “Entering into trust, keeping them under pressure, forcing them to lie to catch them, very well made. If it wasn't for the minimalist graphics (which, by the way, manage to capture emotions and faces pretty well), it could be worth five times more.”
- “But past the rough art style is a very underappreciated game that clearly had a lot of love put into it.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique and engaging multiple-choice interrogation mechanic that offers depth and flexibility across its cases, drawing inspiration from real-world interrogation theory. While the game includes a limited number of cases and some lighter, less serious scenarios, the writing and mechanics provide a compelling experience that challenges players to fully explore their options. Despite its simple visuals, the game impresses with its depth and the complexity of achieving 100% completion.
- “A novel take on multiple-choice interrogation mechanics, with a decent amount of depth to each case.”
- “I really have to appreciate the level of ingenuity it took to balance the game mechanics, especially between multiple suspects.”
- “The writing and mechanics draw from real-world interrogation theory and real-world cases, with a few lighter cases to break up the doom and gloom.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged over time.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating experiences during critical moments.”
- “I found the pacing to be off, with long stretches of dialogue that interrupt the flow of gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's MSPaint graphics contribute positively to its atmosphere, creating a unique aesthetic; however, the absence of background music throughout the experience feels unusual, especially given the inclusion of character singing in certain parts.
- “The MS Paint graphics add to the atmosphere, but the lack of any background music throughout the entire game seems odd, especially since the characters sing some parts.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Despite some interesting visual elements, the atmosphere is undermined by repetitive sound effects and a lack of engaging environmental storytelling.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its unique approach to questioning, incorporating funny rules that promote a relaxed atmosphere while maintaining a challenging yet entertaining experience. Players find the blend of difficulty and humor refreshing and enjoyable.
- “You have to ask questions in a funny way with humorous rules to keep stress and relaxation at a minimum level while asking those questions.”
- “It's so much fun—nothing like it! It's challenging but also hilarious.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the game's replayability promising for its price, though some express concerns about its potential limitations due to a lack of content and hope for additional cases through DLC or updates to enhance longevity.
- “I can already tell that it has good replayability for a game of this cost.”
- “I hope there will be more cases as DLC or updates, because I think replayability is limited, and the game doesn't seem long enough.”
- “I just hope there will be more cases as DLC or updates, because I think replayability is limited, and the game doesn't seem long enough.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional stability issues, with users reporting glitches that can render the interface unresponsive, necessitating a forced exit.
- “Just beware, sometimes the game glitches out, and you can't click anything anymore, which means you have to alt + F4 out of it.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is praised for its depth, complemented by a well-executed art style that enhances the overall experience, all offered at an appealing price point.
- “The story is in-depth, and the art style is really well done for this type of game. The price is just perfect!”