Unboxing the Cryptic Killer
Unravel the mystery of a cryptic box in this 2-player co-op puzzle game.
90%of 2,787 Steam reviews— Very Positive90% of 2,787 Steam reviews are positive — Very Positive
Details
- Developer
- Eleven Puzzles
- Publisher
- Eleven Puzzles
- Released
- Apr 27, 2023
- Price
- $2.99
- Platform
- PC
Multiplayer
- Online co-op
- Yes
- Split screen co-op
- Not listed
- LAN co-op
- Not listed
- Crossplay
- Not listed
- Remote Play Together
- Not listed
About this game
IMPORTANT: "Unboxing the Cryptic Killer" 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 community!
SOLVE A CRYPTIC BOX
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is the first standalone chapter to the cooperative point-and-click puzzle game series 'Cryptic Killer'.
Two seasoned detectives, Ally and Old Dog, are entangled in a chilling unsolved case. Lured on a perilous trail, they fall into the clutches of the enigmatic Cryptic Killer they've been relentlessly pursuing. The stakes are sky-high as two innocent lives hang in the balance. In order to save them, Ally and Old Dog must unravel a box of intricate puzzles masterfully designed by the nefarious killer. Test your mettle and join this high-stakes race against time, where every puzzle solved is a step closer to unmasking the Cryptic Killer.
THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE IS TO WORK TOGETHER
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is a puzzle for exactly two players. The name of the game is collaboration. Each player takes on one of the two roles and works their way through a series of challenging puzzles. You'll each see one half of the same puzzle and must work together to crack the codes and escape the Cryptic Killer's clutches.
FEATURES LIST
- Two Player Co-OpIn Unboxing the Cryptic Killer, the detectives are separated. You’ll see different items and clues than your partner, and will be tested on your communication!
- Challenging Collaborative PuzzlesTwo brains are better than one when it comes to cracking the Cryptic Killer's codes.
- Unravel a Thrilling StoryTrack the Cryptic Killer's movements as Detectives Old Dog and Ally in this ongoing murder mystery saga.
- Explore Illustrated WorldUnboxing the Cryptic Killer features hand-illustrated environments that 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.
Go ahead! Don't let him get away!
End of the developer's description of Unboxing the Cryptic Killer.
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