The Shapeshifting Detective is a mystery-adventure video Game developed by D'Avekki Studios and published by Wales Interactive. The Game was released for Windows, Mac, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in 2018.

 

In the Game, gamers assume the role of Sam Hughes, a shapeshifting investigator who can morph into several personalities... The Game takes place in the small town of August, where a murder has occurred at the Dinerstown Theater. Sam is called in to investigate the murder and solve the case.

 

The gameplay in The Shapeshifting Detective revolves around exploring the town of August, talking to the various characters, and solving puzzles. Players can use Sam's shapeshifting ability to take on the form of different characters, allowing them to access areas and information that would otherwise be inaccessible. The player encounters many suspects and possible motivations for the murder as they continue through the Game. It is up to the player to gather evidence and figure out who the natural killer is.

 

The Game features a unique branching dialogue system, where the player's choices and actions throughout the Game will affect the story's outcome. This means that the Game has multiple endings, depending on the player's choices.

 

The Shapeshifting Detective also features a "Foresight" mode, where players can use a unique ability to see how different choices will affect the story's outcome. This allows players to make more informed decisions and experiment with other options to see how they affect the Game's development.

 

The Game's art style is inspired by noir films, with a dark and moody atmosphere. The Game features hand-drawn 2D characters and environments and a dynamic soundtrack that changes depending on the player's actions.

 

The Shapeshifting Detective received positive reviews upon its release, with critics praising the Game's branching dialogue system and the unique mechanics of the shapeshifting ability. The art style and mood of the Game were highly commended, with several critics remarking that the noir-inspired aesthetic contributes to the atmosphere.

 

The Shapeshifting Detective is a unique and engaging mystery-adventure Game that offers players a unique gameplay experience. The Game provides a high replayability value with its branching dialogue system, shapeshifting ability, and multiple endings. The Game's art style and atmosphere also add to the overall experience, making it an enjoyable and engaging Game for fans of the mystery genre.

 

 

Key Attributes

 

• Shapeshifting Ability: The Game's unique feature is the player's ability to shapeshift into different characters, allowing them to access areas and information that would otherwise be inaccessible.
• Branching Dialogue System: The player's choices and actions throughout the Game will affect the story's outcome, resulting in multiple different endings.
• Foresight Mode: Allows players to use a unique ability to see how different choices will affect the story's outcome, allowing players to make more informed decisions.
• Mystery-Adventure Gameplay: Players take on the role of a detective, investigating a murder and solving puzzles to uncover the truth.
• Noir-Inspired Aesthetic: The Game features a dark and moody atmosphere, hand-drawn 2D characters and environments, and a dynamic soundtrack.
• High Replayability Value: With multiple endings, the player can replay the Game and try different choices to see how they affect the outcome.
• Dynamic Soundtrack: The Game's soundtrack changes depending on the player's actions, adding to the Game's overall atmosphere.