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Roman's Christmas / 罗曼圣诞探案集

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2020

Should you play it?

Roman, the wolf detective plans to spend his Christmas vacation in his favorite tavern, but murder cases happened in the tavern put him to work again.

What works

  • Engaging and well-written mystery narrative
  • Distinctive anthropomorphic characters with expressive animations
  • Innovative sniffing mechanic tied to character species
  • Atmospheric music and sound design
  • Multiple endings and replay value with achievements

Things to keep in mind

  • English translation contains errors and awkward phrasing
  • Some gameplay elements feel repetitive or limited in interactivity
  • Pacing can be rushed with abrupt transitions
  • Limited exploration and player freedom
  • Occasional logical inconsistencies in cases and character behavior

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Last update: 24/08/2026