Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon (2014)

Developer

Access Software

Publisher

Nightdive Studios

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux

Genres

Adventure

Rating

4.8 of 5, 168 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 9.1 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

A self-aware, comedic detective noir set in a dystopian future, heavy on exploration and full-motion video.

noirdetectivepoint & clickatmosphericfunnyfirst-personexplorationpuzzle

What players say

Players call this a time capsule of early 3D gaming, praising its humor, acting, and noir atmosphere. The controls are widely described as frustrating, with many recommending a community movement patch. Nostalgia is a big draw, but newcomers who persist often get hooked.

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