Tex Murphy: Overseer

40%
Game Brain Score Based on 33 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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In Tex Murphy: Overseer, you are a private investigator tasked with solving the suspicious death of a client's father. As you delve deeper into the case, you uncover a dark secret involving an elite team and a sinister creation. The game features a 3-D virtual world engine, Dolby AC-3 5-channel surround sound, and a blend of wits, action, and exploration. This cinematic adventure game boasts impressive graphics and challenging puzzles.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

40%
Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews
story4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features excellent storytelling and character development, with engaging FMVs and a nostalgic feel for fans of the Tex Murphy series.
  • Despite some technical issues, players have found ways to get the game running on modern systems, allowing for an enjoyable playthrough.
  • The game retains the classic adventure game vibe, with challenging puzzles that appeal to fans of the genre.
  • The game is plagued by numerous technical issues, including crashes, graphical glitches, and audio problems, making it difficult to play on modern systems.
  • Many players have reported that the game does not work out of the box, requiring extensive troubleshooting and additional downloads to function properly.
  • The controls and user interface are clunky and outdated, detracting from the overall experience and making gameplay frustrating at times.
  • story10 mentions

    The story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its depth and character development, while others find it convoluted and difficult to engage with. The game features improved visuals and serious storytelling elements, but some players feel it lacks the charm of earlier installments. Despite its technical flaws and clunky controls, the humor and intriguing sci-fi mystery have garnered a dedicated fanbase.

    • “Best storytelling and character development for Tex.”
    • “It is overall fun and has an enjoyable story; it is worth a playthrough.”
    • “Tex is a great character - one of many - and in addition to the humor and cheese, this is also a genuinely interesting sci-fi mystery/detective story.”
    • “It was made for DVD, so there's plenty of plot there to befuddle anyone with the constitution to give it a concentrated effort.”
    • “Although I love the good old adventure game vibes that remind me of my childhood, this one in particular has a too complicated storyline for me and the game crashes at a point close to the end.”
    • “The voice acting and the acting in general and the story I will not comment on too much; I abandoned play rather rapidly.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with users noting significant issues such as graphical distortion, missing textures, and overall poor quality that has not aged well. Many players express frustration over these problems, which detract from the nostalgic experience of the game.

    • “Although I love the good old adventure game vibes that remind me of my childhood, this one in particular has a too complicated storyline for me and the game crashes at a point close to the end... the graphics are terrible, by the way... did not age well...”
    • “Game has music and graphics issues that Night Dive did not bother to fix before releasing this game (with no mention at all on the store page).”
    • “I was able to fix the music issues but not the graphical ones (transparent/missing textures).”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game has been reported to have issues that were not addressed prior to release, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While some users managed to resolve the music problems themselves, graphical issues remain unfixable, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The game has music and graphics issues that Night Dive did not bother to fix before releasing this game, with no mention at all on the store page.”
    • “I was able to fix the music issues, but not the graphical ones, such as transparent or missing textures.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The game is praised for its exceptional storytelling and character development, highlighting the depth and complexity of the characters as a key strength. Players appreciate how the narrative intricately weaves character arcs, enhancing emotional engagement and investment in their journeys.

    • “The storytelling and character development are exceptional, making every character feel unique and relatable.”
    • “I was truly invested in the characters' journeys; their growth and evolution throughout the game were remarkable.”
    • “The depth of character development adds so much to the overall experience, allowing players to form emotional connections.”
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