Runaway Express Mystery
- September 23, 2014
- Icarus Games
Get on SteamA young mother's attending a train exhibition with her children, when something strange happens; the legendary Runaway Express starts moving while her children are still on board. Frightened, she jumps on the train and finds it full of unusual passengers--the ghosts of people who died on the Runaway Express over the 50 years it ran between Paris and Istanbul. Each ghost is a victim, his or her mys…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique hidden object style and decent puzzles that provide an enjoyable experience.
- The protagonist is humorous and adds to the overall charm of the game, making the supernatural elements more amusing.
- The graphics are pretty, and the game includes a good mix of hidden object finds and point-and-click gameplay.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including game-breaking issues that require restarts.
- Many players found the puzzles to be simple and the overall gameplay to be short and easy.
- There are issues with lagging in certain areas, and the lack of save slots can lead to frustrating experiences when players get stuck.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered decent, with some interesting moments, though it is often described as average overall. While the acting is praised, the narrative does not significantly elevate the gameplay, which includes simple puzzles and hidden object scenes.
“The story is at some points interesting.”
“Story: Amanda Waters (the name the game automatically gives the player, but it is changeable) has brought her children, Peggy and Jimmy, to a train exposition.”
“A good game with a decent story, good puzzles, and good hidden object scenes.”
“The story is average; the puzzles are boring and simple.”
“The graphics were really pretty, but the story was just okay.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users praising their beauty while others noted significant lag during certain animations, such as when Amanda jumps on the train. Overall, the graphics are considered decent, but performance issues detract from the experience.
“The graphics were really pretty and the story was okay.”
“When Amanda first jumps on the train, the background graphics are moving, and everything lags severely.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its unique and interesting design, combining a fair mix of hidden object elements with point-and-click mechanics, offering players a refreshing experience.
“Other than this, the gameplay is unique and interesting.”
“Gameplay: a fair mix of hidden object finds and point-and-click gaming.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The puzzles are often too obscure, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, players report that while the game has some glitches, they can often be resolved by restarting. Additionally, there are restrictions on collecting items early, which requires some patience, but the overall experience remains enjoyable.
“It was a nice game, but there were a couple of glitches. I saved, exited, and re-entered the game, and it was fine. It also won't let you collect things early, so have patience, but it was still a very enjoyable game.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to progress without losing progress.”
“I experienced several stability issues that disrupted my gameplay, including random freezes and unexpected shutdowns.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the protagonist's amusingly nonchalant attitude towards supernatural events, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining tone without feeling strange or off-putting.
“The protagonist was very funny - completely unfazed by the supernatural stuff, but in a way that was more amusing than weird or off-putting.”
“The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the game.”
“I loved the absurd situations the characters found themselves in; it was like a comedy show wrapped in an adventure.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, with users noting that it complements the graphics and sound effects adequately, though it may not stand out as exceptional.
“The music is forgettable and lacks any real impact.”
“I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and uninspired.”
“The audio quality of the music is subpar and detracts from the overall experience.”
