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Murder Is Game Over

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90%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, grinding
98% User Score Based on 43 reviews

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Murder Is Game Over is a single player casual role playing game with a mystery theme. It was developed by HitherYon Games and was released on October 27, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Murder Is Game Over" is a murder mystery RPG where you play as a detective and his clue-sniffing dog partner, Cleo. Explore the castle grounds in rural Vermont to search for clues, interview suspects, and make deductions to solve the case and apprehend the guilty. This whodunit game features a compelling storyline, engaging gameplay, and the unique dynamic of a human-canine detective duo.

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story8 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • The pixel art style and in-game music create a nostalgic atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The story is well-constructed and engaging, with a satisfying conclusion that ties all elements together.
  • The game offers a fun and quick gameplay experience, making it perfect for casual play sessions.
  • The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content and complexity.
  • The pixel art style may not appeal to everyone, particularly those who prefer high-end graphics.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as character switching and controls, can feel clunky and may detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally well-crafted and engaging, featuring a classic detective narrative that maintains a good pace and builds suspense through investigative gameplay. While some reviewers found it intriguing and enjoyable, others noted its linearity and lack of complexity, describing it as decent but not groundbreaking. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for fans of the genre, with fun characters and a straightforward plot that keeps players entertained.

    • “The story is well constructed and delivered at a nice pace, building suspense and intrigue as new information is gradually revealed through fun exploratory and investigative gameplay.”
    • “Excellent music and some fun characters with a well-written story.”
    • “I really liked the pace and the manner of development of the story, which the creators chose.”
    • “The story is linear, there are no stakes, and you are told what to do next without prompting despite having a 'hint' option.”
    • “I was interested in the storyline until I figured out who it was.”
    • “An okay story, nothing special in my opinion, but the case is actually solvable, at least.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's pixel art graphics are well-executed, evoking a nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic that appeals to fans of retro gaming. While some may prefer more modern visuals, the charming 2D environments and character designs enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate the style. Overall, the graphics are considered decent, with a score of 7/10, and effectively complement the game's lighthearted detective narrative.

    • “The 2D pixel graphics still manage to look nice and the environments are fun to explore.”
    • “The characters are well made in both graphics and personality.”
    • “I bought this because I enjoy point-and-click pixel graphics and I wanted to support Canadian (Quebecois!) devs.”
    • “The game has effort put in and it really does show even though it is pixel art, which doesn't bother me, but I know some people are all about graphics.”
    • “People might enjoy a more psychological detective game, where this is very light (as in not graphic or complex in a psychological way) and sometimes cartoony.”
    • “It's an RPG Maker game with decent graphics and the 'usual' controls and UI.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics focused on exploration, dialogue, and item collection, though some players desire more puzzles and mini-games to enhance engagement. While the controls are easy to grasp, the experience can feel unpolished and slow, particularly in the context of a one-man studio's debut. However, the dual-character mechanic and the investigative elements provide a charming and immersive whodunit experience, despite some repetitive aspects.

    • “A charming little whodunit detective game, in which all the game mechanics lie on the surface, but are made so capaciously and skillfully that they allow you to completely immerse yourself in the investigation.”
    • “The story is well constructed and delivered at a nice pace, building suspense and intrigue as new information is gradually revealed through fun exploratory and investigative gameplay.”
    • “The switching between the human and canine detectives for different abilities is a neat gameplay feature!”
    • “I think it would do with some more puzzles or mini-games, since, as it is, the main gameplay consists of exploring, talking to people, and picking up items you have found.”
    • “It does suffer for being the first creation of a one-man studio; some of the gameplay is unpolished (the inability to reread the note stood out to me), and the gimmick of swapping between Guy and Cleo grew old after I found there was no reason to ever explore as Guy or talk to anyone as Cleo.”
    • “It's not a difficult game and has simple mechanics to deal with map, clues, and puzzles.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its nostalgic quality, effectively complementing the pixel art and enhancing the overall atmosphere. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is engaging and well-suited to the game's themes, although one song was considered out of place. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the immersive experience, making it a standout feature.

    • “Finally, the music sounds amazing and fits the game's atmosphere very well.”
    • “The music is engaging and makes the suspenseful atmosphere even more fun.”
    • “One song felt very much out of place, but it also made it fun.”
    • “The pixel art and in-game music work well together and give it the nostalgia of old games.”
    • “The music is one of the tightest implementations on the RPG Maker development system, but it can feel repetitive at times.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging music, which complements the overall experience and enhances the sense of nostalgia and suspense. Reviewers highlight the delightful combination of sound and ambiance, contributing to a memorable and immersive environment.

    • “Finally, the music sounds amazing and fits the game's atmosphere very well.”
    • “A delightful game full of great atmosphere and nostalgia.”
    • “The music is engaging and makes the suspenseful atmosphere even more fun.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the repetitive nature of relying on the dog for clues while the detective is limited to questioning, which can lead to frustration over time.

    • “However, it got tedious after a while, especially when the dog was the only one able to find clues while the detective was the only one who could ask questions.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported experiencing occasional glitches, indicating that the game's stability may be inconsistent.

    • “I ran into glitches a couple of times.”
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Murder Is Game Over is a casual role playing game with mystery theme.

Murder Is Game Over is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Web Browser and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Murder Is Game Over.

Murder Is Game Over was released on October 27, 2023.

Murder Is Game Over was developed by HitherYon Games.

Murder Is Game Over has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Murder Is Game Over is a single player game.

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