Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express
- December 11, 2020
- Kiang
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Get on itch.io StoreWelcome back to the Twenties! A murder has gripped the VIP section of a fancy train, and it's up to amateur sleuth Victoria and her omniscient feline friend Hercules to investigate. Meet the witnesses, hunt for clues, and gather alibis in a world where no-one will help you with anything until you solve a puzzle for them first! With a run-time of a few hours, Victoria Clair and the Mystery Ex…
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Reviews
- Engaging story and well-written characters that enhance the puzzle-solving experience.
- A variety of puzzles ranging from easy to challenging, with a generous hint system to assist players.
- Charming hand-drawn artwork and a light-hearted tone make for an enjoyable experience.
- Some puzzles may be frustrating for younger audiences or those not fond of math.
- The artwork quality varies, with some character designs being less detailed than the protagonist's.
- The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and a sequel.
- story5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring enjoyable characters and a cute detective angle reminiscent of the Professor Layton series. While some players found certain puzzles less engaging, the overall narrative is praised for its humor and quality writing, contributing to a satisfying experience, especially given its free price point.
“The story and characters were thoroughly enjoyable.”
“A cute story with an enjoyable detective angle.”
“I loved this game from the moment I saw it. I had Professor Layton vibes (which is a good thing as I played those games to death growing up). The storyline was great, and some of the puzzles really had me and my Twitch chat stumped for a bit (another plus). I hope you continue the Victoria Clair series.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising the hand-drawn artwork as lovely and stylish, while others criticized awkward character designs and perspective issues. Overall, while the production value may not be top-tier, the visuals are effective and complement the engaging writing and compelling murder mystery.
“Has a great sense of humor and the artwork is also well done.”
“The hand-drawn artwork is lovely, the puzzles are challenging but fair, and the murder mystery itself is quite compelling.”
“I liked the artwork, clean, simple, and stylish.”
“The only downside is the artwork is a little bit awkward, with strange MS Paint faces and weird scale/perspective issues.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its well-written story and dialogue, which often incorporate humor effectively. Reviewers appreciate the great sense of humor throughout the game, complementing it with high-quality artwork.
“The music is great, and the story/dialogue are both well written and at times quite funny too.”
“It has a great sense of humor, and the artwork is also well done.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some praising it as great and fitting for the story, while others find it pleasant but not particularly memorable or intrusive. Overall, it complements the well-written dialogue and humor effectively.
“Having said that, the music is great and the story/dialogue are both well written and at times quite funny too.”
