Murdered: Soul Suspect

 Xbox One
Metascore
51

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 17
  3. Negative: 5 out of 17
Buy Now
Buy on
  1. Destructoid
    Jun 3, 2014
    45
    I truly wanted to like this game. It combines several of my favorite tropes and ideas into one cohesive whole, and I respect what it was trying to attain. But combining a half-baked hide-and-seek operation with a ghost story that seems ripped straight from a casual game isn't the way to hold my attention.
  2. VideoGamer
    Jun 4, 2014
    40
    Although the basic gameplay is serviceable, Murdered barely moves past standard point-and-click fare.
  3. Edge Magazine
    Jun 3, 2014
    40
    Much as it saddens us, given the promise of seeing a 3D Ghost Trick, we pronounce this dead on arrival.
  5. NowGamer
    Jun 3, 2014
    35
    A poorly structured and mechanically inert oddity that, for the most part, barely qualifies as a traditional videogame. There’s no challenge, no pith, no invention and ultimately no point.
  6. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jun 5, 2014
    30
    An interesting concept that's backed up with almost nothing of consequence. Most of the game involves plodding around pressing one button, and even the puzzles solve themselves.

Awards & Rankings

81
#81 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
35
#35 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
31
#31 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

User Reviews

All reviews »
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 177 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 104 out of 177
  2. Mixed: 44 out of 177
  3. Negative: 29 out of 177
  1. ChrisMattar
    Jun 11, 2014
    10
    THIS is what's wrong with the industry. Reviewers and websites want to insure business, They do that by "pleasing" the majority, and they doTHIS is what's wrong with the industry. Reviewers and websites want to insure business, They do that by "pleasing" the majority, and they do that by guessing what the majority would and wouldnt like and let that bias affect their own review of the games. This works sadly. But that is also why many who would enjoy a game such as Murdered Soul Suspect won't even try it. Sad reality.

    This game doesnt have "action" it doesnt have shooting, stealing cars, and destruction. And it is better for it. In its own genre and taken as a separate entity, this game shines.
    It is a mix of old school adventure atmosphere, smartass detective work, it is slow but it is great. The Story keeps you interested, the acting is top notch, the relationship between the main character and his partner is akin that of Booker and Elizabeth in Bioshock Infinite.
    This game is fun and funny, ok in some areas and amazing in others. It is a relaxing experience, and one that should be experienced. You'll feel like you are watching Ghost (the Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze flick) at times, at others it'll be a Tex Murphy experience.

    It is a fun and enjoyable experience, I am more than glad I bought this game, and if this genre is your cup of tea, you will be quite glad you had this adventure. You can't beat possessing poeple and reading their thoughts.

    Buy this game and enjoy it, if you have your doubts, wait for a sale. But don't miss it.    … Full Review »
  2. Bo33y
    Jun 3, 2014
    7
    I think most of these reviewers are paid to promote crap like Watch Dogs, Titan Fail and many others when searching each of their criticI think most of these reviewers are paid to promote crap like Watch Dogs, Titan Fail and many others when searching each of their critic reviews. Watch dogs a game which doesn't even run properly waiting for LIVE service updates.

    This game might have bugs granted although a much different concept experienced is offered, surely some polish may have been given to make it better. Most of these reviewers could not get their heads around because they didn't know how to play something different then another generic shooter. Waiting for any user reviews to make these paid scrubs look bad.

    The concept, adventure, heck even point and click, story are all seemingly innovative. But if any delivery was lacking, specifically from any advertising as seen in these reviewers paychecks.

    Simply by going on what is offered here on this game. I would have rated this game between 7 & 8 for it's unique qualities.. There may well be some draw backs which I may yet find myself biting my words. As I await my copy, possibly in containing some game bugs, glitches. Most of what I have read in their reviews is not enough to deter from a new type of gaming experience. Would be welcomed as a fresh edition when different to yet another generic over hyped piece of bucket bought trash that these same scrubs have given 10 out 10.    … Full Review »
  3. Fragmatic
    Jul 13, 2014
    10
    Underrated game. It deserves at least 8 out of 10. Atmospheric and dark adventure, no one makes games like this today. Main story line isUnderrated game. It deserves at least 8 out of 10. Atmospheric and dark adventure, no one makes games like this today. Main story line is perfect, side "stories" are also amazing and it's a reason to sneak on levels to open them. I think Murdered is very close to Silent Hill 2 - of course it's not such twisted and multilayered story but it feels like a SH2's brother. This game is not for everyone, but like any other game is, and it doesn't mean that it's bad product. Many AAA titles out there with much bigger budget are really pathetic and copypaste of copypaste. Game has it's cons of course, personally I was sitting at the edge of my seat until the end and wanted more. Definitely I'll play again, and I advise you to make your own review playing this peace of art by yourself. I'm tired of there "reviews" when good and amazing games (Killer is Dead, Okami, Killer7, Thief) are slaughtered by "journalists". Murdered: Soul Suspect is a gem, with it's own fresh ideas, twisted story, cons like linearity but overall it is a GREAT game which deserves much more attention. Buy it you like something deep, dark and sad, you won't regret… Full Review »
See all user reviews »