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Star Apprentice: Magical Murder Mystery

Star Apprentice: Magical Murder Mystery is a danmaku-detective game that combines point-and-click style deduction with high octane bullet hell gameplay. Find evidence, interrogate suspects, and refute contradictions to solve the case!

94%
of 177 reviews
Free
Released: Jul 8, 2021  •  Developer: Will-o-Works  •  Publisher: Will-o-Works

The Developer Says...

As the titular Star Apprentice Minnie, you will traverse a magical train, collecting evidence and confronting suspects. Uncover clues that will allow you to confront the quirky cast of characters in chaotic bullet hell Confrontation scenes. Blast away the enemy's contradictions, and discover the truth behind the mystery aboard the Scarlet Express!

Throughout the game, you'll grapple with a colourful cast of mysterious magical suspects, including an obsessed fangirl, an alcoholic, and a business tycoon. Will the Star Apprentice be able to rise up to the challenge and find the culprit behind the mystery, or will she be stuck in her mentor’s shadow forever?

This game was built by a group of students at the University of Alberta for a game development term project. As such, the game is a free download for all!

Features:
  • A unique genre fusion of mystery games and bullet hell shooters
  • Gorgeous custom pixel art with visual novel style portraits
  • One gripping case aboard a high speed locomotive
  • Over 90 lines of voice acted dialogue
  • Cute anime girls

Back of the Box Details

Steam Deck

Playable

DLC

None

DRM/EULA Notices

None

Achievements

None

Ratings

None

Demo

None

Metacritic

None

Content Notices

None

Controller Support

PS Xbox

Reviews

94%

Very Positive

Based on 177 reviews


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