Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express

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Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express is a single player casual puzzle game with mystery and kids themes. It was developed by Kiang and was released on December 11, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Welcome 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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story7 positive mentions

Engaging story with a charming detective angle and well-written humor.
A variety of puzzles that range from easy to challenging, with a helpful hint system.
Cute art style and enjoyable gameplay that evokes nostalgia for fans of Professor Layton.

Some puzzles can be difficult to figure out without external tools like pencil and paper.
The clickable areas in the game can be unclear, leading to frustration.
Art quality varies, with some character designs feeling less polished than others.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has been widely praised for its engaging narrative and humor, drawing strong comparisons to the Professor Layton series. Reviewers highlight the enjoyable characters and detective elements, though some puzzles were seen as less compelling. Overall, the story is considered a standout feature, contributing to a fun and immersive experience.
- “Story: 10/10 - professor layton style stories.”
- “The story and characters were thoroughly enjoyable.”
- “A cute story with an enjoyable detective angle.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a unique art style that may take some getting used to, with a mix of charming hand-drawn elements and awkward designs, such as odd faces and perspective issues. While the production value is inconsistent, with some visuals being quite appealing, the overall aesthetic is clean, simple, and stylish, complementing the engaging writing and compelling murder mystery.
- “It may take you a small bit to get used to the art style, but don't let that push you away from trying this out.”
- “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.”
- “The only downside is the artwork is a little bit awkward, with strange MS Paint faces and weird scale/perspective issues.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for being sharp and well-integrated into the story, with many reviewers highlighting its clever dialogue and amusing moments. Additionally, the presence of a smart cat adds to the comedic charm, complementing the overall engaging narrative and appealing artwork.
- “Pros: great story, on-point humor, smart cat!”
- “Having said that, the music is great and the story/dialogue are both well written and at times quite funny too.”
- “Has a great sense of humor and the artwork is also well done.”
music
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting it as pleasant and non-intrusive, effectively complementing the story and dialogue without being distracting. While it may not be particularly memorable, it enhances the overall experience, earning a solid rating of 8/10.
- “Having said that, the music is great and the story/dialog are both well written and at times quite funny too.”
- “The music was okay too, pleasant but not intrusive or memorable.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is highly rated at 9/10, with users praising its overall design but suggesting that clearer indicators for clickable elements could enhance the experience.
- “Gameplay: 9/10 - probably needed a better indicator of clickables, but this is otherwise well put together!”

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Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express is a casual puzzle game with mystery and kids themes.

Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express was released on December 11, 2020.

Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express was developed by Kiang.

Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story.

Victoria Clair and the Mystery Express is a single player game.

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