Murder Is Game Over: Deal Killer

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In "Murder Is Game Over: Deal Killer," players join Detective Guy and Cleo the dog in solving a murder mystery at a remote Italian Alps chalet. As a party guest, the player must search for clues, interview suspects, and ultimately explain the solution to the baffling crime. The game features a horrendous blizzard and a local legend, adding to the intrigue.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

story18 positive mentions

The game features an intriguing story with well-constructed pacing that keeps players engaged throughout the investigation.
The atmospheric setting in the Italian mountains adds a cozy and immersive experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
It remains true to its prequels in form and style, providing a fun and casual crime-solving experience that appeals to fans of the genre.

Some players felt that this installment had less to explore compared to the previous games in the series.
The game is relatively short, taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which left some players wishing for more content.
The dialogue does not branch, making the gameplay straightforward but potentially less engaging for those seeking deeper narrative choices.

story
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The story across the reviewed games is consistently praised for being intriguing, well-constructed, and engaging, with a mix of traditional detective elements and light supernatural themes that enhance suspense and misdirection. Players appreciate the fun and excitement of unraveling mysteries, with many looking forward to future installments in the series. Overall, the narrative quality is highlighted as a strong point, making the detective experience enjoyable and thought-provoking.
- “The story is intriguing, well-constructed, and delivered at a good pace, allowing the player to explore and gather information, building suspense throughout the investigation.”
- “The mix of traditional detective story with light supernatural elements is a gripping combination with plenty of misdirection to keep players interested.”
- “Murder is Game Over: Deal Killer is the third game of the Murder is Game Over franchise, and it still delivers a very good story and the gameplay mechanics from the first and second games.”
- “The story is well made like the others since it makes the player think about who the possible suspect is and encourages them to form theories in their head.”
- “Overall, the Murder is Game Over franchise always delivers in terms of story, and even if the gameplay doesn't change, it's still well done for a detective game.”
- “Until the new part of the Nancy Drew series of games comes out, we have another detective story with secrets, crimes, and a dog partner.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in "Murder is Game Over: Deal Killer" maintains the franchise's established mechanics, focusing on interrogating suspects and piecing together clues, which continues to engage players. The retro styling and cozy setting enhance the narrative, while the addition of a disguise mechanic adds a whimsical touch reminiscent of classic detective stories. Overall, while the gameplay remains consistent with previous entries, it effectively supports the strong storytelling that the series is known for.
- “The retro styling is in keeping with the previous games and is well-suited to the narrative and style of gameplay.”
- “Murder is Game Over: Deal Killer is the third game of the Murder is Game Over franchise and it still delivers a very good story and the gameplay mechanics from the first and second games.”
- “Overall, the Murder is Game Over franchise always delivers in terms of story, and even if the gameplay doesn't change, it's still well done for a detective game.”
- “Gameplay follows the same formula where you need to interrogate suspects and discover clues, and then in the explanation phase, you put everything together and identify the murderer.”
- “Overall, the 'Murder is Game Over' franchise always delivers in terms of story, and even if the gameplay doesn't change, it's still well done for a detective game.”
- “The cozy location made the cast more memorable and the game feel tighter than the last game, and the disguise mechanic gave it a whimsical air that added to its Scooby-Doo feeling.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of [i]deal killer[/i] is highlighted by its engaging setting and a captivating soundtrack, creating an immersive experience for players. The game is described as a fun and fluid murder mystery, making it an ideal choice for a quick, enjoyable gaming session.
- “Deal Killer is a very cool, and very fluid-playing little murder mystery with an atmospheric setting.”
- “This is a perfect quick, little Saturday morning game with a great atmospheric soundtrack, a fun intrigue, and a cat to pet!”
music
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The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience, and is rated 7/10 by users. It complements the game's fun intrigue and lighthearted nature, making it an enjoyable choice for casual play.
- “This is a perfect quick, little Saturday morning game with a great atmospheric soundtrack, a fun intrigue, and a cat to pet!”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by a clever costume-changing mechanic that influences suspects' attitudes, adding a playful element to the detective work. Players also appreciate the amusing character icons and the overall fun narrative, contributing to an entertaining experience.
- “This time the authors have added a very funny technology for changing the detective's costume, which directly affects the attitude of some suspects towards you.”
- “Very fun and creative story, and the character icons made me laugh.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received a consistent rating of 7/10 from users, indicating a solid but not exceptional visual presentation. While the art style is generally appreciated, it may lack the polish or innovation seen in higher-rated titles.