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❤ Investigating Crime Scenes and Interviewing Suspects

Players take on the role of a down-on-his-luck duck detective named Eugene McQuacklin, who must solve a sausage-based conspiracy. The game features a point-and-click interface, allowing players to inspect the environment for clues and interview the various anthropomorphized animal characters to learn their hidden secrets. Dialogue options during interviews provide opportunities for players to extract information from the suspects.

❤ Solving Deducktions

A core mechanic of the game involves solving "deducktions" - puzzles that require players to fill in the blanks using the information they have gathered. These deducktion puzzles engage the player's problem-solving skills by tasking them with piecing together clues to determine the correct responses, which then progress the story. While relatively straightforward, reviewers note that some of the deducktions can feel slightly illogical or unintuitive.

❤ Accessibility Features

The game includes several accessibility features, such as the option to enable a dyslexic-friendly font and the ability to adjust audio controls and display settings. Players can also use controller input, in addition to the standard mouse and keyboard controls.

❤ Positive Player Feedback

Reviewers consistently praise the charming and humorous writing, with the witty puns and clever dialogue being highlights. The wide variety of well-voiced, anthropomorphized animal characters also contribute to the game's lively and engaging world. Players appreciate the simplicity of the puzzles, which allow them to focus on the narrative without becoming overly frustrated.

❤ Criticism and Areas for Improvement

The primary criticism is the game's relatively short duration, with most players completing the main story in 2-3 hours. While some reviewers felt this was a reasonable length for the price, others expressed a desire for more content or potential sequels to expand the franchise.