Cruise for a Corpse vs Sharpe Investigations: Death on the Seine

Take on the role of Inspector Raoul Dusentier as a luxurious Mediterranean cruise turns deadly. Using Delphine's Cinematique operating system, you navigate a richly detailed world with intuitive point‑and‑click controls to uncover clues and interrogate suspects. The game blends thriller storytelling with puzzle‑solving, offering a nostalgic 1991 adventure experience that rewards careful observation and logical deduction. Every conversation and item can bring you closer to revealing the truth behind the murder of your host.

Journalist‑turned‑food critic Taryn Sharpe and her photographer assistant George Haske travel to Paris to cover the opening of the city’s hottest new restaurant, Le Roi Soleil. When they arrive, they find the celebrated chef dead under suspicious circumstances, and the police quickly label it a suicide. Determined to uncover the truth, Taryn and George dive into a classic whodunit, interrogating suspects, gathering clues, and piecing together a culinary conspiracy that threatens to stay hidden forever.

• Authentic 1991 adventure gameplay
• Engaging murder‑mystery narrative
• Intuitive point‑and‑click controls
• Atmospheric music and visuals

• Engaging mystery plot with twists
• Beautiful hand‑drawn visuals
• Varied puzzles that reward observation
• Strong character writing and humor

• Dated graphics may not appeal to modern gamers
• Limited replayability after solving the case
• Sparse documentation on the Cinematique system

• Limited replayability after solving the case
• Some dialogue can feel lengthy
• Pacing slows in later chapters