Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room

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In "Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room," a murder occurs in a locked room with no apparent escape. As a detective, you must uncover clues, examine evidence, and solve puzzles to reveal the identity of the murderer and explain the impossible crime. This hidden object adventure game challenges you to investigate the scene, question suspects, and unravel the mystery of the yellow room.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room screenshot

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story11 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The hidden object scenes are well done and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge.
The game features a compelling Victorian mystery story with intriguing plot twists.
The graphics, while dated, are still beautiful and contribute to the overall atmosphere of the game.

The ending is abrupt and leaves multiple loose ends, making it feel unsatisfying.
There is no fast travel option, which can lead to frustrating backtracking.
The game suffers from bugs and glitches, including issues with voiceovers and item registration.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story, based on Gaston Leroux's 1907 novel "The Mystery of the Yellow Room," features a melodramatic Victorian mystery involving a photographer and a reporter investigating an attempted murder in a locked room. While some players noted issues with translation and pacing, many found the engaging plot, intriguing twists, and rich character profiles to be highlights, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of story-driven games. Overall, the narrative is complemented by well-crafted hidden object scenes and a journal filled with additional lore, appealing to those who enjoy a deep, immersive storyline.
- “The story about a photographer and a reporter, Rouletabille, who is sent to investigate a criminal case at the Château du Glandier where a young woman is attacked and almost murdered in the middle of the night inside of a locked room.”
- “The pace of the story is really good; the journal helps with all of the information provided as well as the character profiles. This mystery game is very well done in many aspects.”
- “This is an excellent game for those who enjoy sleuthing, and especially for those who love a lot of story.”
- “The story isn't told well, possibly due to poor translations from French.”
- “The story was a bit melodramatic, but since it's based on a Victorian mystery, what would one expect.”
- “Kinda short, a bit more than 2 hours for the main story.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its older release from 2012, yet many players find them beautiful and engaging, particularly praising the improved artwork and environmental portrayal. While some aspects, like clarity and widescreen functionality, have limitations, the visuals still contribute positively to the overall experience, especially in the context of its mystery story. Overall, the graphics may not be cutting-edge, but they effectively complement the gameplay and narrative.
- “The graphics have greatly improved from the previous game, as well as the map which adds extra details.”
- “The graphics reflect the age of the game - although widescreen is available, I ended up playing mostly in fullscreen because of the stretching effect of going to widescreen.”
- “This is an older game (2012), so the graphics won't blow you away, but they portray the environment beautifully.”
- “The graphics show that it is an older game; however, it was still beautiful.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for fitting the atmosphere and being beautifully dramatic, though some users noted that it tends to repeat and lacks variety despite the potential for more romantic compositions. While the soundtracks are well-received, there is disappointment over the absence of an option to download the tracks and the presence of annoying sound effects. Overall, the music enhances the experience, but improvements in variety and accessibility could elevate it further.
- “The soundtracks fit the atmosphere and setting of the game; thankfully, they didn't use the sound effects of the previous game.”
- “There are plenty of plot twists, and I loved the music.”
- “The music is beautifully dramatic where called for.”
- “A pity that the music kept repeating, despite the abundance of romantic compositions to choose from.”
- “I wished there were an option to download the tracks, but there is no 'extra' menu which we usually get in these types of games, to download the music and wallpapers.”
- “The soundtracks fit the atmosphere and setting of the game, thankfully they didn't use the sound effects of the previous game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a mixed experience regarding stability, noting the presence of glitches and bugs but still expressing enjoyment of the game. While some found the issues manageable, they acknowledged that stability could be improved.
- “I enjoyed it despite the glitches, so I went with a thumbs up.”
- “It was fine, except it was buggy for me.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a fitting soundtrack that complements its setting, marking a positive departure from the sound effects used in the previous installment.
- “The soundtracks fit the atmosphere and setting of the game; thankfully, they didn't use the sound effects from the previous game.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, providing a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users noted occasional pacing issues and a lack of variety in certain gameplay elements, which can lead to repetitive moments. Overall, the gameplay strikes a balance between challenge and enjoyment, appealing to a wide range of players.