game · Steam #717610
A Case of Distrust
Feb 8, 2018 · An Open Ben

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A Case of Distrust is a narrative mystery from 1924 San Francisco. Play as private investigator Phyllis Cadence Malone in this historical 2D adventure game. Explore underground speakeasies, smoke-filled billiard halls, classic barber shops, and more. Catch suspects in lies by using evidence, statements, and your wits. Intrinsic challenges face our heroine, as she struggles against a pushback on emancipation, leading to many doubts, both internal and external. Uncover the truth in a mystery full of deception! Critical Reception "Perfect video game noir... 9/10" - Polygon "Impressed me with its nuanced, careful construction" - Newsweek "Stunning two-dimensional silhouettes" - PC Gamer "Beautiful noirish graphics... suspenseful mystery" - Vogue Magazine Features A hardboiled mystery, working past deceptive characters towards the truth 1924 San Francisco with historically accurate details Saul Bass inspired visuals and scene transitions Finger-snapping music that gives style to the roaring 20s Themes of poverty, racism, and emancipation that tie into contemporary issues
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