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Detective Stories: History Edition – Kaifeng 982

Players

1-5

Time

90-150

Age

14+

Weight

3

Rating

7.45

Fit

Teach 2.4

Teaching signal

Replay 3.9

High replayability

Interaction 3.8

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.4

Scales well

Strategy 4.7

Deep strategy

Control 3.2

Luck-sensitive

Table feel

Moderate level of interaction with a good balance between direct and strategic confrontation. Players need to pay attention to each other's strategies and turns frequently, but the level of cooperation required is relatively low.

Replay value

The game offers a high level of variability with different experiences each time it is played. The expansions available add new content and gameplay elements, enhancing the replay value. There is deep strategic depth, allowing players to improve their strategies over time. The game scales well with different numbers of players without compromising its appeal or balance. While it may take some time to learn, the game offers a rewarding and engaging experience.

Luck profile

The final luck score for Detective Stories: History Edition - Kaifeng 982 is 6.33, indicating a balanced mix of luck and strategy. Random elements have a notable but not exclusive impact on the game outcome, and players have substantial ability to mitigate randomness through strategic decisions and planning. The game outcome is primarily determined by player strategy and decisions, with luck playing a minor role.

Overview

Betrayal, Insurgents, and a looming war… The discovery of an thousand year old ancient Chinese artifact shines new light on the assassination of Chancellor Lài – an event that changed the fate of the Xi Xia Empire forever. Professor Dan Silvers starts the search for the truth which has been buried since 982 AD. But alone in a foreig country he hits the wall - can you help his investigation from afar? The first in a series of detective games based on historical events which not only history buffs will love. The game is designed as a historical criminal case and requires investigations similar to those carried out by archaeologists in real life. Use the collected evidence and make your own investigation to bring the truth to light. —description from the publisher

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Credits

Designers

1
Alexander Krys

Publishers

1
iDventure

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