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In monster-filled Hollywood, reporters Liz and Dan investigate a mystery by exploring, talking to characters, and solving puzzles.
Released 21 Apr 2011
Investigate Monster Hollywood
Play Two Reporters
Meet Movie Monsters
The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!
Developed by Pendulo Studios · Published by Focus Entertainment







In an alternate Hollywood where monsters are movie stars, journalists Liz Allaire and Dan Murray attend a horror-film awards ceremony and become involved in a mystery.
Play through hand-crafted scenes, examine surroundings, talk with characters, collect items, and use them to solve point-and-click puzzles as the investigation unfolds.
The adventure follows both reporters through a cast of human and monster characters. Difficulty options include hints and ways to highlight interactive objects.
Players who enjoy the game often praise its comic take on monster-filled Hollywood, its colorful visual style, and the chemistry between Liz and Dan. Several also appreciate the dialogue, voice acting, and classic point-and-click structure. Reactions to the humor and puzzle logic vary, with some players finding the comedy forced or certain puzzles unintuitive.
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
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| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
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| Metacritic | 75/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |