CRIMESIGHT

It seems bizarre that nobody has taken the murder-mystery game concept and indoctrinated it more into a digital forum. CRIMESIGHT appears to have identified a fantastic opportunity to capitalize on that idea. The game looks to take those classic board and party games and turn them into a video game epic, and at first glance, that doesn't seem too far off.

Of course, in true Japanese fashion, every detail of this murder-mystery game is dramatized to the absolute max. But somehow, we're OK with this! The game concept looks fantastic, the characters seem rich, and the visuals appear exhilarating - we feel CRIMESIGHT could be a uniquely enjoyable title. All that's left is to unravel the game to see if it lives up to its potential.

Baker Street AI

So let's try and unravel what this game plays like in palatable terms. CRIMESIGHT is an isometric murder-mystery game where 4-players have to use their wits to figure out the murdered; you have to deduce the victim. The game is based around a London future where AIs dominate investigatory matters, predicting and solving future crimes and encouraging others.

The initial issue with CRIMESIGHT is that the storyline and premise get a little wrapped in confusion, leaving players unsure how to proceed. However, once you get stuck into the gameplay, suddenly, your objectives become much clearer. Each player is assigned a task related to one of the Ai's ultimate aims. You'll be either the murderer, the victim, or the investigator trying to prevent the crime.

The winner of the game is those who successfully manage their objectives before the others. But you will have to use a range of game mechanics to overcome obstacles in fulfilling those tasks, such as dialogue and deceit. Surprisingly, the game is pretty simple to learn despite its complex backdrop. However, you'd probably ask if the game is fun?

Once you get your head wrapped around the narrative and mechanics, CRIMESIGHT is very entertaining. The gorgeous visuals and rich characters supplement the game to ensure you're determined to learn how to play and provide an immersive environment for yourself and others to get involved. It's a social game taken to the next level but will require some brains to succeed!

No S#!*, Sherlock

You feel the best way to describe CRIMESIGHT is a game that incorporates the complexities and learning curve of a JRPG but the entertainment of a social party game. We could say that the title is like the famous Among Us on steroids, minus the accessibility factor. But that shouldn't deter you from giving it a try.

Round-Up - Pros & Cons

Pros:

• The murder-mystery game fantastically translated into a digital forum
• The visuals and dialogue make the game incredibly immersive
• Player wits mechanics are satisfying

Cons:

• Learning the game can be challenging
• The narrative is initially confusing