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❤ Immersive Exploration and Interaction

Players take on the role of the legendary detective Di Renjie, navigating over 45 distinct locations within the Tang Dynasty capital of Chang'an. The game's intuitive point-and-click interface allows players to thoroughly examine their surroundings, interact with objects, and converse with non-player characters. Reviewers praised the game's strong sense of place, with the pixel art visuals successfully immersing players in the historical setting of ancient China.

❤ Methodical Crime Scene Investigation

A core component of the gameplay involves carefully investigating crime scenes after each murder. Players must scour the locations for clues, meticulously tracking their findings on a "deduction board" to uncover connections and piece together the events. The game further enhances this process by presenting dramatized reenactments of the crimes, allowing players to visually confirm their understanding of what transpired. Reviewers emphasized the satisfying feeling of solving the puzzles and unraveling the mystery through this logical, evidence-based approach.

❤ Balanced Puzzles and Challenges

While the narrative and investigation take center stage, the game also features a variety of puzzles and challenges for players to overcome. These range from inventory-based problems to more abstract logic-based conundrums. Reviewers generally described the puzzles as well-designed, providing a satisfying level of difficulty without becoming overly frustrating. The game's pacing was also praised, as it successfully balances the detective work with moments of character development and world-building.