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Discworld Noir
Discworld NoirA gritty, comedic point‑and‑click adventure through Ankh‑Morpork’s dark underbelly.
Noir: A Shadowy Thriller
Noir: A Shadowy ThrillerStep into a gritty 90s detective story where every clue matters.
Overview
Description

Set in Terry Pratchett’s rain‑soaked city of Ankh‑Morpork, Discworld Noir follows private eye Lewton as he unravels a mysterious disappearance hired by the enigmatic Carlotta. The game blends classic point‑and‑click puzzles with a sharp, sarcastic narrative that satirizes noir tropes while immersing you in a living, breathing fantasy metropolis. With hand‑drawn visuals, fully voiced characters, and a moody soundtrack, players explore cramped alleys, bustling taverns, and secret societies, making choices that affect the outcome of the case and Lewton’s own fate. It’s a single‑player adventure that rewards curiosity, wit, and a love for dark humor.

Noir: A Shadowy Thriller immerses players in a dark, film‑noir world filled with intrigue, danger, and tough moral choices. As a hard‑boiled detective, you explore atmospheric locations, interrogate suspects, and solve intricate puzzles to uncover the truth. The game’s pixel‑art visuals and moody soundtrack bring the 1990s setting to life, delivering a classic point‑and‑click adventure experience. With branching dialogue and multiple endings, each playthrough offers a fresh perspective on the shadowy narrative.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Story-Rich
Story-Rich
Best for
Fans of narrative adventure games
Fans of classic noir adventure games
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99
$19.99−33%
release date
1999-07-05
1996-10-01
Specifications
developer
Perfect Entertainment
Cyberdreams
publisher
GT Interactive Software
Cyberdreams
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
78/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Atmospheric hand‑drawn visuals
  • Fully voiced cast with strong comedic timing
  • Engaging puzzles that tie into the plot
  • Rich, satirical writing true to Discworld
  • Atmospheric noir storytelling
  • Engaging voice‑acted dialogue
  • Challenging puzzles with logical solutions
  • Multiple endings increase replayability
Cons
  • Some puzzles can be obscure and require trial‑and‑error
  • Linear progression limits replayability
  • Occasional dated UI conventions
  • Dated graphics may not appeal to all modern gamers
  • Pacing can be slow in early chapters
  • Limited save system restricts frequent checkpoints
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