Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Adventure, Point-and-click, Puzzle, Quiz/Trivia, Visual Novel
- Platforms: Nintendo DS
- Developers: Cing
- Publishers: Nintendo
Hotel Dusk: Room 215 (2007)
A Noir Masterpiece on the Nintendo DS
Released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS, Hotel Dusk: Room 215 is a unique and engrossing point-and-click mystery adventure game that has garnered critical acclaim for its compelling story, innovative gameplay, and striking visual style.
Story
Hotel Dusk takes place in 1979 and follows the story of Kyle Hyde, a former NYPD detective who has become a private investigator. Kyle is hired to investigate the disappearance of a woman named Lori Maxwell, who was last seen at the Hotel Dusk, a seedy establishment in downtown Los Angeles.
As Kyle investigates Lori’s disappearance, he uncovers a tangled web of lies, betrayal, and murder. He meets a cast of colorful and suspicious characters, including hotel staff, guests, and shady underworld figures.
Gameplay
Hotel Dusk is played using the Nintendo DS’s stylus and touchscreen. Players navigate Kyle through the hotel, examining objects, talking to characters, and solving puzzles. The game features a unique “Psyche Lock” system, which allows Kyle to break through characters’ psychological barriers and learn their secrets.
Visuals
Hotel Dusk’s visuals are striking and evocative, with a unique blend of 2D and 3D graphics. The game’s world is rendered in a muted, noir-inspired color palette, and the character designs are stylized and expressive.
Critical Reception
Hotel Dusk: Room 215 received widespread critical acclaim upon its release. Reviewers praised the game’s compelling story, innovative gameplay, and striking visual style. The game was nominated for several awards, including Game of the Year at the 2008 Golden Joystick Awards.
Legacy
Hotel Dusk: Room 215 is considered one of the best adventure games ever made. It has been praised for its originality, atmosphere, and emotional impact. The game has inspired a number of other adventure games, including its sequel, Last Window: The Secret of Cape West.
Conclusion
Hotel Dusk: Room 215 is a must-play for fans of mystery, adventure, and noir fiction. Its compelling story, innovative gameplay, and striking visual style make it a truly unforgettable experience.
10/10
Additional Information
- Developer: Cing
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Release Date: 2007
- Platform: Nintendo DS
- Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Noir
- ESRB Rating: T for Teen
Review Score
8.5/10
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