Unsolved Case
Our verdict
8/10
- Difficulty: Easy
- Players: 2
- Playtime: <1 h
Unsolved Case is a free, short prequel to Eleven Puzzles' Cryptic Killer series of co-op point-and-click games. Two detectives, Old Dog and Ally, chase a possible copycat of the Cryptic Killer through rooms full of codes and riddles. Each player sees different clues and needs their own copy, a connection and voice chat. Cross-platform play links PC, Mac, phone and tablet. It suits pairs who want a quick taste before buying the full games.
Players enjoy the comic-book art and say the puzzles split information well between the two screens. Most rate the difficulty as fair or a little easy, though a few admit to brute-forcing parts. Many treat it as a good sampler for the paid Cryptic Killer games. Most pairs finish in forty minutes to an hour.
The main complaints are length and polish: you have to click through the same tutorial screens every time you join a game, and cutscenes and transitions can't be skipped. Some find it over too fast. Since it costs nothing, it is an easy pick for any co-op pair, especially if one of you plays on a Mac or phone.
Pros
- Free and cross-platform across PC, Mac, phone and tablet
- Each detective's screen holds clues the other needs
- Comic-book art and a good sampler for the Cryptic Killer series
Cons
- Over in about forty minutes to an hour
- Unskippable tutorial screens and transitions every session
About
IMPORTANT: "Unsolved Case" is a 2-player cooperative puzzle game that requires each player to have their own copy on either mobile, tablet, PC or Mac . Internet connection and voice communication are essential. Need a Player Two? Join our Discord community - find the link in the game details on the right!
CRACK THE UNSOLVED CASE
Unsolved Case is the free, standalone prequel to the cooperative point-and-click puzzle game series 'Cryptic Killer'.
Dip your toes in and go back to where it all began as you team up as detective duo Old Dog and Ally against the Cryptic Killer. For the first time in the series, you'll encounter a labyrinth of puzzles and challenges laid by one of the most devious minds in the world. Solve puzzles, crack codes, and find a way out.
Do you have what it takes to crack the Unsolved Case of the Cryptic Killer? Crack the case during a focused playthrough of 30-60 minutes—perfect for a night of puzzle solving.
THE STORY SO FAR
Years ago, the twisted Cryptic Killer was put away behind bars at the infamous Anagram Asylum. But today, he's back, and he's taunting the detectives. Did they catch the wrong guy, or are they looking at a copycat killer?
A new lead arrives in the form of a mysterious locked box, delivered directly to their addresses. Detectives Ally and Old Dog are once again sent on a chase that'll challenge them unlike any case before. Explore new locations, crack codes, and unravel the mystery. In this prequel, you're invited to step into the detectives' shoes and return to where it all began.
THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE IS TO WORK TOGETHER
Two minds are better than one, and the only way you'll be able to crack the Cryptic Killer's codes is by working together. Through separate screens, you and your friend will each be given half of a puzzle at each location. Communicate, collaborate, and work together to push your puzzle-solving skills to the limit.
FEATURES LIST
Full Game for Free
Get started as detectives Ally and Old Dog with this complete prequel game at no cost, providing a glimpse into the larger puzzle series.30-60 Minutes of Puzzle Solving
Immerse yourself in an adventure filled with engaging puzzles, designed to be resolved within half an hour to an hour.Two Player Co-Op
In Unsolved Case, the detectives are separated. You’ll see different items and clues than your partner and will be tested on your communication!Challenging Collaborative Puzzles
Two brains are better than one when it comes to cracking the Cryptic Killer's codes.Explore Illustrated World
Unsolved Case's hand-illustrated environments are inspired by noir novels.Draw on… Everything!
You cannot solve a case without taking notes. At any time in the game, you can whip out a notebook and pen to make notes and scribble on your environment.Hurry up, or risk losing more than just the case!
