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❤ Cooperative Detective Gameplay

The game tasks two players with taking on the roles of New York's extravagant detective duo, Mark and Lara, to solve a mysterious case involving the death of David Thompson. Players must constantly communicate and collaborate, as each one has access to different information and perspectives on the case.

❤ Questioning Suspects and Analyzing Testimony

A core mechanic involves carefully reading through the suspects' depositions and identifying any contradictions or inconsistencies in their statements. By pairing specific sentences from the testimony, players can then confront the suspects and watch them try to worm their way out of the contradictions, leading to new insights.

❤ Investigative Research

Players must also conduct their own investigative research using the in-game web browser, searching for information and key details related to the suspects and the victim. While the search functionality can be a bit frustrating at times, the overall experience of piecing together the story through research is satisfying.

❤ Shared Clues and Collaboration

A unique aspect is that the evidence and clues gathered are split between the two players. Neither player has the full picture, so they must constantly communicate and share information to make progress. This encourages a back-and-forth discussion as players compare notes, pool their findings, and work together to identify the contradictions and solve the mystery.