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Necrologium

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60%Game Brain Score
gameplay, atmosphere
story, graphics
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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Necrologium is a single player action game. It was developed by Bob's Cult Studio and was released on September 30, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Dare to delve into the macabre? A group of people have met their end in a mansion under mysterious circumstances. James Milton, a distinguished detective and forensic expert, is called upon to solve his final case. Only the solitary sound of rain accompanies his days spent among the dead and their haunting whispers. Each secret they reveal brings him one step closer to a chilling truth. T…

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
  • The game features excellent craftsmanship with a perfect blend of graphics, animations, and music, creating a captivating atmosphere.
  • The gameplay is engaging and fun, with interesting puzzles that encourage investigation and deduction.
  • The story is intriguing and well-written, making it feel more like uncovering a forgotten narrative than just playing a game.
  • The game is very short, typically lasting only 2-3 hours, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Some puzzles can be unintuitive or require guessing, leading to moments of frustration.
  • There are technical issues, such as freezing during tasks, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable and easy to learn, featuring a unique blend of cozy and unsettling elements that enhance the atmosphere. However, some players noted that certain aspects, particularly in logic-based challenges, can feel under-explained, and the pacing may occasionally lack excitement. Overall, it leans more towards a workplace simulator than a traditional detective adventure.

    • “Atmosphere and artwork (from drawings to 3D models) are amazing; gameplay and game design in general are very cool.”
    • “The combination of the quiet isolated workplace, quiet tinkering gameplay, and the grim subject matter works great to create a mix of coziness and unease.”
    • “I'd describe Necrologium as a workplace simulator rather than a detective adventure game, even though it has a deduction board and some other detective gameplay elements.”
    • “The gameplay is simple and easy to learn, though I felt the pacing was a bit too flat at times.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is engaging and immersive, with a sense of uncovering a forgotten narrative, though some users suggest improvements in clarity for certain clues. While the experience can be completed in under two hours, there is a desire for a longer and more complex storyline. Overall, players enjoyed the final case and the storytelling aspect.

    • “I completed it in one sitting in just under two hours, and while there were some things I'd improve on, such as making some of the clues a bit clearer, I enjoyed the story and the final case especially.”
    • “Would like to see it play out in a longer, more complex story.”
    • “I would like to see it play out in a longer, more complex story.”
    • “It feels more like uncovering a forgotten story than just playing a game.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are praised for their atmospheric synergy with animations and music, creating an impressive overall vibe. While the artwork and design are lauded, some users note that the 3D models lack detail and certain visual choices may appear silly, yet these elements contribute to a unique and disturbing experience.

    • “Big kudos for the vibe - the graphics, animations, and music work together perfectly.”
    • “Atmosphere and artwork (from drawings to 3D models) are amazing; gameplay and game design in general are very cool.”
    • “The 3D models of the bodies may not be very detailed, and some visual concessions look a bit silly, but certain elements make Necrologium a more disturbing game than the much more detailed and explicit autopsy simulator.”
    • “The 3D models of the bodies aren't very detailed, and certain concessions made to tone down the visuals look rather silly.”
    • “The graphics lack polish, making the overall experience feel less immersive.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall visual appeal of the game.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning artwork and immersive design, creating a thick, engaging environment. Players appreciate the compelling writing and the sense of mystery that draws them further into the experience.

    • “The atmosphere and artwork, from drawings to 3D models, are amazing; the gameplay and game design in general are very cool.”
    • “The atmosphere is thick, the writing is great, and the mystery keeps pulling you deeper.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its seamless integration with the graphics and animations, creating a cohesive and immersive vibe that enhances the overall experience.

    • “Big kudos for the vibe - the graphics, animations, and music work together perfectly.”
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Necrologium is a action game.

Necrologium is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Necrologium.

Necrologium was released on September 30, 2025.

Necrologium was developed by Bob's Cult Studio.

Necrologium has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Necrologium is a single player game.

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