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Sometimes it takes a friend to solve a murder - Antioch: Scarlet Bay Quick Review

Sometimes it takes a friend to solve a murder - Antioch: Scarlet Bay Quick Review

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As an interactive fiction fanatic, Antioch: Scarlet Bay was a real treat. This indie gem is a unique entry into the genre that adds a cool multiplayer aspect to the familiar choose-your-own-adventure mechanics.
TIME PLAYED
I spent around two hours total playing Antioch: Scarlet Bay with a new recruit I named "Stagger" That was plenty of time to wander around the city and gather clues about a mysterious murder, but overall playtime will depend on the paths you take, the areas you choose to spend time investigating, and whether you choose to replay for multiple endings.
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WHAT'S AWESOME
Narrative. Antioch: Scarlet Bay is ultimately about the narrative experience. I was hooked by the various choices I had to make while traveling through this grizzly city. My favorite quirk was choosing how to react to my partner. Did I want to be the cooperative rookie? Or an asshole rogue? Little tidbits like this make each playthrough different and reward exploring the multiple endings. 
• Music and visuals. The music in Antioch: Scarlet Bay really put me into the film noir feel. Jazzy saxophones and piano keys make the city feel seedier. And the artsy visuals make for a nice-looking game, even if it’s not 3D and played entirely in portrait mode.
Multiplayer. This is what makes Antioch: Scarlet Bay stand out. Playing with a friend or stranger online and working together to solve the case brings “interactive” to a new level. Conveniently, if you don't have a strong internet connection or no buddies to play with, you can also play offline, and a bot will serve as your partner.
WHAT SUCKS
• No character voice-overs. With the colorful cast of characters littered throughout Antioch, it would be nice to have some voice acting to add to their varied personalities.
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SHOULD YOU PLAY IT?
This is a must-play for anyone who enjoys interactive storytelling or the detective genre. The game costs between $2.99 and $4.99 depending on which platform you play it on, but it’s well worth even the higher price. In fact, why not pick up two copies: To get the intended experience, you’ll want to make sure you have a buddy join you.
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