Master Detective Archives: Rain Code

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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is a single player action adventure game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Spike Chunsoft and was released on June 30, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

A brand new dark fantasy detective action game from the minds behind the Danganronpa series! Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, and Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, tackle unsolved mysteries in a strange city caged by unending rain.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story7 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The writing and character design are superb, with excellent voice acting and visuals that create a captivating experience.
Fans of Danganronpa will appreciate the engaging storylines and unique investigative mechanics that offer a fresh take on the mystery genre.
The game features a vibrant cast of eccentric characters and well-crafted mysteries, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and fans of visual novels.

Some players received damaged or opened collector's editions, leading to disappointment and frustration with the product quality.
The gameplay can feel repetitive, particularly in the Mystery Labyrinths, which may detract from the overall experience.
Technical issues such as muddy visuals, long load times, and occasional graphical glitches can disrupt immersion and enjoyment.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
33%
The game's story is praised for its zany and engaging narrative, featuring uniquely expressive characters and a compelling blend of mystery and adventure. Reviewers highlight the well-written plot, strong voice acting, and an entertaining balance of levity and darkness, though some note a lack of emotional depth and character development outside the main storyline. Overall, the narrative is characterized by unexpected twists and an addictive gameplay loop that keeps players invested.
- “A unique story in a fun setting and with a really addictive gameplay loop, Master Detective Archives: Rain Code feels really original while retaining a familiar formula.”
- “Compelling main story, entertaining balance of levity and darkness, strong writing and voice acting.”
- “Every time you think you've got it all figured out, the storyline seems to always go in a completely different direction, with enormous amounts of twists and turns.”
- “The narrative lacks tension and emotional weight.”
- “There is little of substance to do outside of the main story.”
- “You never get enough time with the characters.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with praise for the character design and striking visuals, particularly in engaging settings and memorable character interactions. However, criticisms highlight issues such as washed-out visuals, muddy graphics, frequent glitches, and a linear design that detracts from the overall experience. While there are moments of visual creativity, technical shortcomings and pacing problems hinder the game's graphical appeal.
- “The writing and character design is superb with excellent voice acting and visuals.”
- “Striking visuals and outlandish, memorable character design; mystery dungeons have creative, fun obstacles and engaging visual design; the dialogue between Yuma and Shinigami is very enjoyable.”
- “There are sparks of light, such as its setting and the twists featured in the final chapters, but the ridiculously linear mystery labyrinths, poorly written characters, long load times, and graphical issues set things back.”
- “Muddy visuals and frequent graphical glitches, over-reliance on quick time events, some notable logic contrivances.”
- “Drawn-out explainers, slow-paced introduction, occasional blurry graphics.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by an engaging investigation mechanic and a compelling story with likable characters, creating an addictive loop. However, it suffers from repetitive mechanics and slow-paced elements that can disrupt immersion, particularly in the mystery labyrinth and excessive fan-service. Overall, while it offers a unique experience, some aspects may feel drawn out and frustrating.
- “A unique story in a fun setting and with a really addictive gameplay loop, Master Detective Archives: Rain Code feels really original while retaining a familiar formula.”
- “Compelling story, likable characters, engaging investigation mechanics.”
- “Creative visual representation of mechanics, great character designs and voice acting, interesting mysteries to unfold, great OST.”
- “But while the game delivers an excellent cast of characters and some truly intriguing mysteries to solve, it also stumbles in its methods, introducing mechanics and locations that outstay their welcome and become frustratingly repetitive.”
- “However, its gameplay, particularly the slow-paced mystery labyrinth and the overdone fan-service elements, can sometimes disrupt the overall flow and immersion of the game.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is highly praised for its superb writing, memorable character design, and excellent voice acting, which enhance the overall experience. The engaging dialogue, particularly between key characters, and the creative visual representation of mechanics contribute to a rich narrative filled with intriguing mysteries. Overall, players find the character interactions and design to be a standout feature that elevates the game's storytelling.
- “The writing and character design is superb with excellent voice acting and visuals.”
- “Striking visuals and outlandish, memorable character design, mystery dungeons have creative, fun obstacles and engaging visual design, the dialogue between Yuma and Shinigami is very enjoyable.”
- “Creative visual representation of mechanics, great character designs and voice acting, interesting mysteries to unfold, great OST.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Overall, "Rain Code" features a stylish presentation that compensates for its performance limitations, which include age-old issues on the Switch and a slightly slow start. While the optimization isn't flawless, it still delivers a visually appealing experience.
- “While some performance limitations stop it from looking its best, Rain Code’s strong and effortlessly stylish presentation more than makes up for it.”
- “While there are some predictable plots and repeated use of some music, the overall experience is still enjoyable.”
- “The game is slightly slow to start, but the performance isn’t perfect.”
- “While some performance limitations stop it from looking its best, the game's strong and effortlessly stylish presentation more than makes up for it.”
- “Ubiquitous, age-old Switch performance issues hinder the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The music in the game is praised for its excellence and contribution to the overall experience, enhancing the immersive atmosphere alongside strong voice acting. However, some users noted issues with performance and a tendency for certain tracks to be repeated, which can detract from the novelty.
- “The city of Kanai Ward looks fantastic, with excellent music and voice acting that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Each case is immensely satisfying to solve, complemented by a large cast of unique characters and a captivating soundtrack.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short time.”
- “There are performance issues with the music that detract from the overall experience.”
- “Some of the music choices are predictable and fail to enhance the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by muddy visuals and frequent graphical glitches, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, an over-reliance on quick time events and notable logic contrivances further contribute to its instability.
- “Muddy visuals and frequent graphical glitches make the experience frustrating.”
- “The game suffers from an over-reliance on quick time events, which disrupts the flow.”
- “There are some notable logic contrivances that undermine the overall stability of the gameplay.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally find the game's replayability lacking due to stiff animations and a confusing layout that makes it easy to get lost, resulting in a low overall replay value.
- “The game suffers from stiff animations, making it hard to stay engaged during multiple playthroughs.”
- “I found it easy to get lost in the game, but that doesn't help its low replay value.”
- “Overall, the game has low replay value, which makes it hard to justify playing it again.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the emotional aspect of the game is lacking, with a narrative that fails to build tension or deliver significant emotional impact. Players feel that there is insufficient character development, resulting in a limited connection to the characters and their stories. Overall, the emotional engagement is minimal due to a lack of substance outside the main storyline.

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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is a action adventure game with mystery theme.

Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is available on Nintendo Switch.

Master Detective Archives: Rain Code was released on June 30, 2023.

Master Detective Archives: Rain Code was developed by Spike Chunsoft.

Master Detective Archives: Rain Code has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is a single player game.

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