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Unsolved Case

PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Android • 2022

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Quick resume

A new lead turns up old doubts about an 'Unsolved Case'. A trap, or a copycat killer? In this co-op puzzle game prequel to the award-winning Cryptic Killer series, put on your detective badges as you collaborate and communicate to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and catch the Cryptic Killer.

Global score

88/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play, Point-and-click, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Engaging cooperative puzzles
    • Unique two-player communication gameplay
    • Pleasant art style and sound design
    • Free demo with good value
    • Encourages teamwork and social bonding

    Cons

    • Very short gameplay length
    • Some minor bugs and achievement issues
    • Voice acting quality inconsistent
    • Lack of replayability due to fixed puzzles
    • No single-player or local co-op mode

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players have control over their actions and decisions in solving puzzles cooperatively, requiring communication and strategy."

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    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      3

      "Puzzles provide a moderate challenge requiring thought and experimentation, rewarding player skill and insight."

      Capsule for Luto Luto

      "Puzzles provide a moderate challenge that requires thinking and cooperation, giving players a sense of effectiveness."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on cooperative play and working with a partner rather than competing against others."

      Capsule for Sam & Dan: Floaty Flatmates Sam & Dan: Floaty Flatmates

      "Focus is on cooperative play with a partner rather than competing against others."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      2

      "Players express desire for longer playtime and sequels, but the game is short and some find it abruptly ends, limiting habitual play."

      Capsule for A Hand With Many Fingers A Hand With Many Fingers

      "Players enjoy the game and look forward to sequels, but the short length limits long habitual play."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      5

      "The game is explicitly designed for two players to work together to solve puzzles and progress, emphasizing teamwork and communication."

      Capsule for With You With You

      "Game is explicitly designed for two players to work together closely to solve puzzles."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      3

      "Players engage in creative problem solving and communication, though puzzles follow a structured format."

      Capsule for Unboxing the Cryptic Killer Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

      "Players use drawing tools and communication to creatively solve puzzles, though within predefined structures."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "Gameplay emphasizes equality and shared problem solving between partners."

      Capsule for We Were Here Forever We Were Here Forever

      "The game emphasizes equal partnership and shared problem solving without power imposition."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a mental challenge and distraction, enjoying immersive puzzle-solving."

      Capsule for Escape Memoirs: Questionable Side Stories Escape Memoirs: Questionable Side Stories

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief through immersive cooperative puzzle solving."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment rather than obligation."

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment rather than obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      2

      "Players explore different puzzle solutions and try various approaches."

      Capsule for Locked In Mind Locked In Mind

      "Players try different puzzle solutions and communication strategies, though puzzles are somewhat structured."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      -2

      "Game environments are varied but mostly linear and story-driven; limited open exploration."

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      "Game environments are limited and linear, focusing on puzzle rooms rather than open exploration."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      1

      "Limited character customization but some self-expression through puzzle solving and exploration."

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      "Some self-expression through drawing on puzzles, but limited character or environment customization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      2

      "Players experience a fictional detective story with some imaginative elements, though grounded in a realistic historical setting."

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      "Game presents a fictional detective story with comic-style narrative and characters."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      5

      "Strong sense of community and shared experience through cooperative gameplay and communication."

      Capsule for The Past Within The Past Within

      "Strong sense of community and shared experience through cooperative gameplay and communication."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop communication skills and puzzle-solving abilities through gameplay."

      Capsule for Unboxing the Cryptic Killer Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

      "Players develop communication and puzzle-solving skills through gameplay."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

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      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and coordination during play sessions."

      Capsule for PICO PARK:Classic Edition PICO PARK:Classic Edition

      "Requires focused attention and active communication during play sessions."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      4

      "Players form meaningful temporary bonds and emotional connections through cooperative play."

      Capsule for KarmaZoo KarmaZoo

      "Players form close social bonds and emotional connection through cooperative play."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -3

      "Gameplay encourages shared decision-making and collaboration rather than leadership roles."

      Capsule for KeyWe KeyWe

      "Gameplay encourages shared decision-making rather than clear leadership roles."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Players progress through levels and unlock achievements, though limited item collection."

      Capsule for Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians

      "Players progress through puzzle levels and unlock achievements, though no extensive item collection."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      3

      "Lighthearted, charming experience with balanced challenge providing enjoyable flow."

      Capsule for Wires And Whiskers Wires And Whiskers

      "Balanced challenge and enjoyable flow provide a relaxing yet engaging experience."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Pleasant visuals and sound design provide sensory enjoyment without overwhelming stimulation."

      Capsule for Good Company Good Company

      "Pleasant visuals and sound design enhance sensory enjoyment without overwhelming stimulation."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on private cooperative experience rather than social recognition or status."

      Capsule for A Way Out A Way Out

      "Focus is on private cooperative experience rather than social recognition or ranking."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Narrative and philosophical themes are integrated, enhancing immersion beyond pure puzzle solving."

      Capsule for HUMANITY HUMANITY

      "Narrative is integrated with puzzles and comic panels, providing moderate story immersion."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      3

      "Players engage in problem solving and planning to overcome cooperative puzzles."

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      "Players use reasoning and planning to solve puzzles cooperatively."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      1

      "Some suspense in puzzle solving but overall controlled and calm gameplay experience."

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      "Some suspense and tension in puzzle solving, but overall controlled and calm gameplay."

    • Value

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      4

      "Free demo with substantial content; players feel good value for time and anticipate full game purchase."

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      "Free demo with good quality content provides strong perceived value; players motivated to buy full game."

    • Violence

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      -5

      "No combat or destruction; focus is on constructive puzzle solving and cooperation."

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      "No combat or destruction; focus is on constructive puzzle solving."

    • Survival

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      -3

      "No threat of failure or death; gameplay is stable and low-risk."

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      "No life-or-death threats; gameplay is stable and low-risk."

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Intimacy, Survival, Violence, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Fellowship. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration.

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    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
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    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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