Wolf Peak: The Case of Ruth Choi
- June 14, 2024
- Cloud Colony Games
Get on SteamIn the small idyllic town of Wolf Peak, the murder of a young women called Ruth Choi, shocked the community in 1991. Two detectives were put onto the case and managed to whittle it down to 6 suspects. However, the detectives were never able to close the case due to insufficient evidence. Years have passed and now you have been brought into Wolf Peak to solve this case. Through the passage of time…
Reviews
- The game presents facts and evidence without hand-holding, allowing players to engage deeply with the mystery.
- The writing is well-crafted, with a complex narrative that keeps players hooked and encourages thorough investigation.
- The gameplay allows for freedom in how players approach the case, making it an immersive experience for fans of detective games.
- The restrictions on evidence testing can be frustrating, as players are limited in their ability to experiment and explore all evidence.
- The conclusion feels weak and lacks a definitive 'smoking gun' moment, leaving players unsatisfied with the resolution.
- There are numerous typos and interface issues that detract from the overall experience, making it feel less polished.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and easy to grasp, allowing players the freedom to explore evidence in various directions. Despite some mechanical issues and execution shortcomings, many consider it one of the best detective games available, making it a recommended purchase.
“In spite of the mechanical issues, this is still maybe the best detective game I've played to date, and I can't wait to see what the developer comes out with next - an absolute must buy.”
“The gameplay is straightforward, simple to understand, but still gives you the freedom to go in whatever direction you wish to go in examining the evidence.”
“While this may be a well-crafted experience, the execution of the mechanics and writing leaves it feeling like a letdown.”
“The gameplay loop is very simple.”
“The gameplay is straightforward and easy to understand, but it lacks depth and complexity.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is highly engaging, immersing players in a complex detective narrative where multiple suspects' overlapping and conflicting stories create a rich, thought-provoking experience. The clever design ensures that there is no straightforward answer, challenging players to delve deeper into the evidence and motivations behind each character. Overall, it offers a unique and captivating storytelling experience that keeps players hooked.
“Buy this without hesitation if you really want to feel like a detective and want to get absorbed in a story; there is nothing else quite like it.”
“This game is very cleverly done because it could have been any one of the suspects; there is no clear-cut answer as to who committed the crime in this detective story.”
“I was hooked by the concept from the very beginning, but the narrative gets a lot deeper as you see how much each suspect's story overlaps and conflicts with one another, and how the evidence contradicts jumping to the easiest conclusion.”
“The narrative gets a lot deeper as you see how much each suspect's story overlaps and conflicts with one another, and how the evidence contradicts jumping to the easiest conclusion.”
“This game is very cleverly done because it could have been any one of the suspects; there is no clear-cut answer as to who did it in this detective story.”
“I was hooked by the concept from the very beginning, but the story ultimately falls flat and fails to deliver a satisfying resolution.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall mood and experience.
“The music helps to set the mood.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall experience.”
“Each track perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more intense.”
