Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-06-06
Review summary
  • Engaging puzzle design
  • Excellent voice acting
  • Faithful adaptation
  • Inconsistent puzzle difficulty
  • Too many loading screens
  • Stiff character animations
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Categories

Point-and-click AdventureDeductive Reasoning PuzzleInvestigative GameplayMultiple EndingsDialogue Choices Shape OutcomesNarrative-driven StorytellingEnvironmental Puzzle SolvingEscape Room Puzzle

Emotions

Archetypes

Sample precision
Helpful reviews
93%
Unhelpful reviews
7%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
711
Negative points
717
Gameplay points
446
Perf. points
34
Rec. points
216
Misc points
2
Point
Engaging Puzzle Design
Description
Players consistently praise the puzzles as interesting, challenging, and satisfying to solve. The puzzles are well-implemented, accessible with hints, and provide a stimulating brain-teasing experience that enhances gameplay.
Importance
43%
Excellent Voice Acting
Description
Voice acting is highlighted as outstanding, particularly for the main character, Poirot. The accents, especially Poirot's Belgian accent, are well-cast and critical for storytelling, with performances that bring characters to life.
Importance
42%
Faithful Adaptation
Description
The game is considered highly faithful to the original book and source material, accurately capturing characters, story, and atmosphere. This authenticity is a major positive for fans of the franchise.
Importance
35%
Distinctive Art Style
Description
The cel-shaded and comic-book-inspired art direction is praised for its charm, refinement, and cohesive aesthetic. The visual style is seen as fresh and pleasing, compensating for simpler graphics.
Importance
33%
Captivating Story
Description
The story is described as exciting, surprising, and captivating, with engaging flow that keeps players interested. This narrative quality is a core strength of the game.
Importance
19%
Authentic Detective Mechanics
Description
The 'Little Grey Cells' deduction system is interesting and ties investigation together, making players feel like a real detective. The mechanics mimic classic detective gameplay, offering an authentic and immersive experience.
Importance
19%
Good Value on Sale
Description
Several players mention the game provides good value, especially when purchased on sale. While worthwhile, the price sensitivity suggests it is not a must-buy at full price for all.
Importance
10%