Tesla Effect: A Tex Murphy Adventure vs Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Detective Tex Murphy awakens with a pounding headache on a fire escape, only to discover his memory of the past seven years has been erased. Driven by lost love, revenge, and the world's strongest coffee, he must retrace his steps through unsolved murders, hidden agendas, and Nikola Tesla’s forgotten technologies. The game blends live‑action full‑motion video with freely explorable 3D environments, delivering a quirky mix of sci‑fi thriller, comedy, and classic point‑and‑click puzzles for fans of narrative-driven adventure games.
Set in a dystopian 2042, you play as private investigator Tex Murphy, navigating a rain‑slicked city to solve a murder mystery that could change the world. The game combines point‑and‑click exploration with full‑motion video and 3D environments, delivering a cinematic thriller experience for fans of classic adventure titles.
- Engaging FMV storytelling
- Rich 3D environments to explore
- Humorous noir writing
- Varied puzzle types
- Engaging noir storyline
- High production value FMV sequences
- Rich 3D environments for exploration
- Multiple endings based on player choices
- Occasional dated graphics
- Some puzzles can be obscure
- Limited replay value after story completion
- Aging graphics may feel dated
- Some puzzles can be obscure and require trial‑and‑error
- Limited save system forces frequent reloads
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A hilariously violent point‑and‑click adventure starring a disgraced detective.
The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataBoth games offer FMV noir adventures with similar scores, but Under a Killing Moon is the original, cheaper, and more dated, while Tesla Effect adds humor, newer graphics, and a higher price.
Key differences
- •Release year: 1994 vs 2014 – Tesla Effect benefits from modern development tools.
- •Price: $19.99 vs $29.99 – Under a Killing Moon is cheaper.
- •Tone: Straight noir vs humorous noir – Tesla Effect includes more comedy.
- •Developer/Publisher: Access Software vs Big Finish Games/Atlus – different studios and support.
- •Age rating systems: ESRB M vs PEGI 16 – similar maturity but different regional ratings.
Pricing & value
Under a Killing Moon costs $19.99, $10 less than Tesla Effect's $29.99.
Graphics & performance
Tesla Effect, released in 2014, has newer graphics than the 1994 visuals of Under a Killing Moon.
Gameplay & fun factor
Both feature FMV storytelling, 3D exploration, point‑and‑click puzzles, and multiple endings.
Content & replayability
Both have branching dialogue and multiple endings; replay value is similar.
Difficulty & accessibility
Both note obscure puzzles and limited save/replay options; no clear advantage.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Both are single‑player only.
Platform availability
No platform information provided for either title.
Choose Tesla Effect: A Tex Murphy Adventure if…
Buyers who prefer newer visuals, a humorous tone, and are willing to pay extra.
Choose Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon if…
Buyers who want the classic original at a lower price and don't mind dated graphics.
Common questions
Is Tesla Effect more expensive than Under a Killing Moon?
Yes, Tesla Effect costs $29.99 while Under a Killing Moon costs $19.99.
Do both games have multiple endings?
Yes, each game offers multiple endings based on player choices.
Which game has newer graphics?
Tesla Effect, released in 2014, has newer graphics than the 1994 Under a Killing Moon.