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Runaway Express Mystery
Runaway Express MysteryUncover cursed ghosts on a haunted train and break the time‑bound curse
The Last Express
The Last ExpressSolve a murder mystery aboard a 1914 train in real time.
Overview
Description

A mother races onto the legendary Runaway Express after her children vanish aboard the moving train. Inside, she meets the restless spirits of victims from the train’s fifty‑year history, each with an unsolved death. The player must travel back in time, solve each ghost’s mystery, and confront the terrifying masked Engineer to free the souls and survive the cursed journey.

Set on the luxurious Orient Express just before World War I, you must navigate a real‑time adventure where every minute counts. The game blends point‑and‑click puzzles with a non‑linear storyline and dozens of fully voiced characters, creating an immersive thriller experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Horror
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Narrative mystery and puzzle enthusiasts
Adventure and mystery enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99−50%
$19.99
release date
2014-09-23
1997-03-30
Specifications
developer
Libredia
Smoking Car Productions
publisher
Libredia
Brøderbund Software
age rating
PEGI 12
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
—
85/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging, story‑rich narrative
  • Unique time‑travel investigation mechanic
  • Atmospheric visuals and sound design
  • Varied puzzles keep gameplay fresh
  • Immersive real‑time gameplay
  • Rich, fully voiced cast
  • Deep, branching narrative
  • Authentic historical atmosphere
Cons
  • Limited replayability after all mysteries are solved
  • Occasional pacing slowdowns during dialogue sections
  • Graphics are modest by modern standards
  • High difficulty for newcomers to adventure games
  • Limited save points can be unforgiving
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
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