Young Detective: The Mutation

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Young Detective: The Mutation

Pham Quang

AppRecs review analysis

AppRecs rating 3.8. Trustworthiness 85 out of 100. Review manipulation risk 22 out of 100. Based on a review sample analyzed.

★★★☆☆

3.8

AppRecs Rating

Ratings breakdown

5 star

49%

4 star

18%

3 star

7%

2 star

13%

1 star

13%

What to know

Low review manipulation risk

22% review manipulation risk

Credible reviews

85% trustworthiness score from analyzed reviews

Good user ratings

67% positive sampled reviews

About Young Detective: The Mutation

Young Detective: The Mutation is an intense puzzle game that places players in the role of a brave young detective. Your mission is to infiltrate the dark and eerie home of a serial killer to uncover the truth behind gruesome murders and secrets tied to a shadowy, otherworldly realm. The game offers a thrilling experience, blending detective work, puzzle-solving, and exploration, challenging players' logical thinking and courage.

Players step into the shoes of Liam, a young detective renowned for his sharp instincts and unwavering determination in the pursuit of justice. This time, he faces the greatest challenge of his career: investigating a series of brutal murders, with all clues pointing to an abandoned house in the outskirts of town. According to rumors, this house is the dwelling of a dangerous killer with mysterious ties to dark, mythical entities.


The story begins when Liam receives an assignment from Organization X, requiring him to investigate alone without involving the police. Upon entering the house, the door slams shut behind him, trapping him inside. With no way out, Liam must explore every corner of the house to uncover the truth while searching for a way to escape the perilous place.


Young Detective: The Mutation is a "click-and-point" adventure puzzle game where players navigate through rooms, interact with objects, search for clues, and solve challenging puzzles. The game is divided into distinct areas, each with its own unique ambiance, from cobweb-covered dark rooms to chilling basements and overgrown abandoned gardens.
The house is filled with hidden objects and clues. Players must search and collect crucial items to solve puzzles and progress further in the game. Some items only appear when viewed from a specific angle or activated using another object.


The game features multiple mini-games, each a unique puzzle requiring creative thinking. Examples include:
• Reassembling torn pieces of a letter to reveal a secret code.
• Rotating water pipes to restore the flow from the basement to the upper floors.
• Unlocking an ancient safe by deciphering a complex riddle hidden in a painting.
Graphics and Sound
The game boasts detailed 2D graphics with a dark, mysterious art style. Each room is meticulously designed with dim lighting to create a haunting atmosphere. The creak of wooden floors, the whistle of the wind through broken windows, and the rhythmic ticking of clocks add layers of tension to the experience.
Key Features
• Engage in a gripping adventure full of mystery.
• Challenge your intellect with diverse and unique puzzles.
• Immerse yourself in a suspenseful story with unexpected twists.
• Explore a dark, enigmatic world brought to life with stunning visuals and atmospheric sound design.


Young Detective: The Mutation is more than just a game—it’s a journey of self-discovery. You’ll confront fears, push your intellectual limits, and seek the truth in a world shrouded in darkness. Are you ready to step into this house of horrors?

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Reviews for Young Detective: The Mutation

Loevco

Challenging

I really enjoyed this game but needed a lot of hints. The ones provided weren’t much help so I went to walkthroughs. Still, I played it all the way through and thought it was well worth it.

Catgrin

Ads and errors I can’t ignore

It’s a shame. This could be an entertaining game. Unfortunately, there’s more ad time than game time. I only played about 1/2 hour, and had four ad breaks. I was willing to give it some time, but within three puzzles I got to a tectonic (suguru) puzzle which was unsolvable due to several errors in construction. Right away I found two pre-filled cells arranged to block using that number in an adjacent region. Designer, people interested in puzzling games won’t ignore bad game design for good illustration or animation. We also won’t be pleased by a game which provides no means of grabbing in-game pics of neceassary info while also providing far too frequent distractions from playing. I can’t recommend this to anyone, and the two stars I gave it are only for the image and audio quality. What a letdown!

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