Underplayed Gems

Detective Di: The Silk Rose Murders (2019)

Detective Di: The Silk Rose Murders cover
Developer
Nupixo Games
Publisher
Nupixo Games, WhisperGames
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 1,279 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A deliberate, atmospheric point-and-click mystery that combines historical intrigue with cerebral puzzles and well-written dialogue.

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What players say

Players praise the Tang Dynasty setting and atmospheric music, but opinion splits on the puzzles: some find them straightforward and satisfying, others call them too simple or frustrating. The game is short, around 3-6 hours, and several players note the lack of keyboard controls.

Screenshots

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