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Agatha Christie: Evil Under the Sun
Agatha Christie: Evil Under the SunSolve a glamorous murder on a sun‑kissed island as Hercule Poirot.
Hugo II, Whodunit?
Hugo II, Whodunit?Solve a murder mystery in a sprawling haunted mansion.
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of the legendary detective Hercule Poirot and investigate the murder of a famous actress on a tropical resort. Explore beautifully rendered locations, interrogate over 20 suspects, and piece together clues to uncover the killer. The game blends classic point‑and‑click adventure mechanics with a rich narrative drawn from Agatha Christie’s beloved novel, offering a single‑player mystery experience that rewards careful observation and logical deduction.

Penelope, Hugo's girlfriend, must investigate Uncle Horace's mysterious murder and Hugo's disappearance during a romantic getaway at her uncle's mansion. The game expands the original's quirky charm with new locations like a giant hedge maze, dangerous fields of snakes and bees, and even a trip to a mysterious planet via a phone booth. A much longer and more challenging adventure, Hugo II offers a rich atmosphere, intricate puzzles, and a memorable retro point‑and‑click experience that rewards careful exploration and deduction.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Story-Rich
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Mystery lovers and point-and-click fans
Fans of classic point-and-click mystery adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2007-10-16
1991-12-31
Specifications
developer
AWE Productions
Gray Design Associates
publisher
The Adventure Company
Gray Design Associates, Wiz Technology
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB T
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
54/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging detective narrative
  • Beautiful tropical visuals
  • Strong voice acting and character dialogue
  • Faithful adaptation of a classic novel
  • Deep, atmospheric storyline with memorable characters
  • Varied locations keep exploration fresh
  • Challenging puzzles reward careful thinking
  • Authentic retro graphics and sound
Cons
  • Occasional slow pacing in dialogue sections
  • Some puzzles can feel obtuse
  • Limited replay value after solving the case
  • Dated interface may feel clunky to modern players
  • High difficulty can be frustrating for newcomers
  • Limited to PC platform only
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