Third Eye Crime

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Third Eye Crime is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Moonshot Games and was released on April 24, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Third Eye Crime is a stealth puzzle game featuring Rothko, a smooth-talking criminal who can telepathically predict where enemies will move to attempt to thwart his heists. Players must rely on skill and their "third eye" to deftly make an escape.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and a noir-inspired art style that enhances the overall atmosphere.
It offers a good number of levels, providing a decent amount of gameplay for puzzle enthusiasts.
The gameplay introduces new mechanics as you progress, making it engaging and challenging.

The game suffers from significant audio issues, with many players reporting that sound does not work on their systems.
Controls are often unresponsive and frustrating, particularly for a game that was originally designed for touch screens.
The gameplay can become tedious and repetitive, leaning more towards guess-and-check rather than satisfying puzzle-solving.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable for short sessions but ultimately tedious for longer play. While the game introduces new mechanics as you progress, which adds depth, the lack of clear explanations for power-ups and some awkward execution of abilities detracts from the overall experience. Despite its beautiful design and engaging soundtrack, the gameplay feels more suited for casual play rather than extended sessions.
- “One of the few puzzle games that justifies its mechanics.”
- “Still, it introduces new gameplay mechanics as you play, giving you something new to think about.”
- “Very fun, awesome soundtrack, beautiful visuals, intuitive gameplay.”
- “Power-ups are never explained. The description says the game is 'visually intuitive,' but I don't agree. It's not terrible, but some description would have saved a couple of trials and errors and wouldn't leave me wondering if I missed a mechanic.”
- “Mobile port -- of course it is one; you drag with the mouse a lot, and sometimes I miss not being able to use WASD to navigate. However, by and large, this works well: the dragging is the right interface mechanic for the semi-animated graphic novel cutscenes, and dragging your path lets you take the shortest route around corners without having to develop prime keyboard twitch skills.”
- “As you progress, additional game mechanics are introduced, and you'll find new ways of working around each mechanic.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story of the game is generally viewed as simplistic and lacking depth, with some users finding it frustrating and poorly integrated with gameplay. While it offers enough narrative to understand the plot and its twists, many feel it does not fully engage players or enhance the overall experience. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a weak point, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- “But like I said, if you allow yourself to put off perfection until later, and get on with the story when frustration looms, it won't spoil your enjoyment of this game.”
- “What I will say about this game is that it doesn't completely swallow you in story, but it definitely has enough that you know what is going on, and what the twists and turns are in the game.”
- “The storytelling could also be a little bit more integrated with the game - it feels like an iPhone game, which I think may be how it started.”
- “The game's story is stupid.”
- “Pretty craptacular story.”
- “The story is decent, but it does not connect while playing the levels, and the game suffers from any real depth.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is generally praised for its enjoyable and atmospheric qualities, evoking a classic film noir vibe with jazzy tunes that enhance the overall experience. However, some users note that the music loops are short and can become repetitive over time. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, despite some gameplay shortcomings.
- “This game has an awesome intro music which was loud, so I had to lower my volume.”
- “You also get a film noir vibe, complete with a gumshoe investigator, long-legged femme fatale, and jazzy music - the perfect atmosphere to tackle the challenges.”
- “The music is the type you would have heard in one of those old detective movies, where you see the private investigator's door and a tendril of smoke curling from the desk.”
- “The music, I know this is not going to be a big surprise, but it is the type of music you would have heard in one of those old detective movies, where you see the PI's door, and a tendril of smoke curling from the PI's desk.”
- “The music, I know this is not going to be a big surprise, but it is the type of music you would have heard in one of those old detective movies, where you see the PI's door, and a tendril of smoke curling from the PI's desk.”
- “Music, although enjoyable, is a bit repetitive due to the short loop.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The graphics are generally praised for their beautiful visuals and noir-inspired artwork, creating a relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of classic films. Players appreciate the intuitive gameplay and the seamless blend of graphics with the soundtrack, although some express a desire for a more stealth-focused approach to enhance the experience. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal.
- “Audiovisuals are relaxing due to the noir inspiration.”
- “The visuals are nice and it's easy to pick up and play.”
- “I wish that it was more stealth-focused, because the graphics, awesome soundtrack, and noir atmosphere blend perfectly, like an old movie, where you would expect to see a guy who operates from the shadows instead of using trick skills to make guards chase you everywhere.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is generally better than typical mobile-to-PC ports, though it still suffers from performance issues due to its touch-based design.
- “Normally I downvote any mobile-to-PC port, but this one wasn't as bad as most of them. However, the touch design certainly shows and does hinder its performance on PC somewhat.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering, even on high-end hardware.”
- “Despite the interesting gameplay, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable at times, especially in crowded areas.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning graphics, captivating soundtrack, and noir aesthetic, reminiscent of classic films. However, some players feel that a stronger emphasis on stealth mechanics would enhance the immersive experience, as the current gameplay leans more towards action than subtlety.
- “The graphics, awesome soundtrack, and noir atmosphere blend perfectly, like an old movie, creating a world where you would expect to see a character operating from the shadows instead of using trick skills to make guards chase you everywhere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world filled with tension and intrigue.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a haunting ambiance that keeps you on edge and enhances the overall experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and not engaging enough for longer play sessions, making it more suitable for short bursts of gameplay rather than extended periods. While the mobile port isn't inherently problematic, the overall experience lacks the fun factor needed to sustain interest.
- “The game gets pretty tedious.”
- “It's not the problem that this is a mobile game port; if the game is good, I'm okay with it. However, the gameplay is only enjoyable in short bursts, like on the bus or in the toilet. It's not fun enough to sit and play for longer, and it gets tedious.”