Murdered: Soul Suspect

 Xbox One
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 177 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 29 out of 177
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  1. Tw33ks
    Jun 22, 2014
    8
    I went into 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' not expecting much and despite the less than favorable reviews I bought it anyway. On paper this was a game I typically wouldn't like as it lacks any inherent danger or combat of any kind, but for some reason I was charmed by it's gameplay and story.

    If I could compare this to anything in the past it would be the outlandish visions of David Cage.    I went into 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' not expecting much and despite the less than favorable reviews I bought it anyway. On paper this was a game I typically wouldn't like as it lacks any inherent danger or combat of any kind, but for some reason I was charmed by it's gameplay and story.

    If I could compare this to anything in the past it would be the outlandish visions of David Cage. This is very much like his games 'Fahrenheit' or 'Beyond: Two Souls'. Though 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' controls better than both, it lacks a lot of the choices though.

    I think ultimately it was the story that engaged me the most and I felt it compelling to play. I probably completed it in just over two sittings and loved every minute of it. The game just clicked with me and I have a feeling that like many games like it, it's going to be a love it or hate it kind of experience.

    To me 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' is a very flawed gem. It's broken, it's a bit cheesy and it doesn't offer much of a challenge but it's still a great game with a story that kept me guessing to the very last moment. 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' has more twists and turns in it than a roller-coaster and it's so satisfying to see the story unfold.    … Expand
  2. bluehunter16
    Jun 29, 2014
    9
    Murdered: Soul Suspect was brave, and that's what I liked about it. Most of the games being released these days are safe games inspired by money-makers and marketers just to ensure that it will sell, but Murdered is actually an original idea compared to today's standards.
    It's about a detective who is trying to figure out who murdered him. This game isn't action packed or full of gun    Murdered: Soul Suspect was brave, and that's what I liked about it. Most of the games being released these days are safe games inspired by money-makers and marketers just to ensure that it will sell, but Murdered is actually an original idea compared to today's standards.
    It's about a detective who is trying to figure out who murdered him. This game isn't action packed or full of gun fights and explosions like many other games, but it is more like a detective-noir game, which in my opinion there aren't enough of. This game dares to go where other games won't. 9/10    … Expand
  3. swaron
    Jul 28, 2014
    8
    I personally enjoyed this game. It is not action packed nor an RPG or SHMUPS. It is slow paced, but I believe that adds to the environment and style and was intentional. The story is pretty solid. Not a masterpiece, but it sticks to the point. The graphics are crisp on the XBOX One and I did not mind exploring and going on a few treasure hunts. Manipulating the environments at the rightI personally enjoyed this game. It is not action packed nor an RPG or SHMUPS. It is slow paced, but I believe that adds to the environment and style and was intentional. The story is pretty solid. Not a masterpiece, but it sticks to the point. The graphics are crisp on the XBOX One and I did not mind exploring and going on a few treasure hunts. Manipulating the environments at the right time and place can be satisfying. The voice acting was also done well and seemed to fit the character models.

    I do not know what some of the low score reviewers were expecting out of this game, but I got about 10 hours of game play and will pick it up to play again in the future.    … Expand
  4. Kampfar78
    Dec 19, 2016
    8
    The game reviewers of the world should be ashamed of themselves when a good game like this ends up with a metascore in the low 50's. Story-wise this game is better than circa 90% of all games ever made, so even though the mechanics aren't the best, this is an easy recommendation.
  5. 0Bennyman
    Jan 2, 2015
    8
    Murdered Soul Suspect is an extremely unique game that puts you in the role of a detective who is trying to solve his own murder but at the same time help others reach peace. I currently am yet to finish the game but after a few hours I am hooked, the story line is very rich and detailed and is very entertaining. If you are looking for a detective type game that isn't as detailed as LAMurdered Soul Suspect is an extremely unique game that puts you in the role of a detective who is trying to solve his own murder but at the same time help others reach peace. I currently am yet to finish the game but after a few hours I am hooked, the story line is very rich and detailed and is very entertaining. If you are looking for a detective type game that isn't as detailed as LA Noire you will definitely enjoy this game. And due to the low scores it has received you can pick this game up very cheap. (I got it for 18 pounds and definitely feel as if my money was well spent) I give the game an 8 for being very unique, fun and having a very rich story line.… Expand
  6. 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 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    THIS 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.    … Expand
  7. 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 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 forUnderrated 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… Expand
  8. CoolDadTx
    Jun 10, 2016
    9
    Overall it is a nice, short game. Story is not dragged out to add time to the completion clock but youll still likely know who the enemy is early on. At some points I knew where to go next but still had to wait for the story point to move on.

    Some features seem half baked. Guessing the correct clues awards badges but you do nothing with them. There are a couple of side quests unrelated    Overall it is a nice, short game. Story is not dragged out to add time to the completion clock but youll still likely know who the enemy is early on. At some points I knew where to go next but still had to wait for the story point to move on.

    Some features seem half baked. Guessing the correct clues awards badges but you do nothing with them. There are a couple of side quests unrelated to the story but they are short. Each area has unique loot to collect with a story at the end.

    Biggest complaint I have is the lack of a map. On more than one occasion I knew where I wanted to go but couldnt remember the maze of paths I had to take to get there. Caused significant walking around.

    Overall very good game, wish there could be more like this.    … Expand
  9. haloboyscp
    May 14, 2015
    10
    This is quiet a good adventure game.
    I swear I really dont understand the bad ratings.
    Enganging and a poweful storyline. The only point I may agree with is that it really looks difficult to collect all the bonuses as there is no map and they're quiet disperse. But anyways, the city isn't so big. Definitely worth any money. It was worth 60$ and a gem at 30$ I recommend for anyone who    This is quiet a good adventure game.
    I swear I really dont understand the bad ratings.
    Enganging and a poweful storyline.
    The only point I may agree with is that it really looks difficult to collect all the bonuses as there is no map and they're quiet disperse. But anyways, the city isn't so big.
    Definitely worth any money. It was worth 60$ and a gem at 30$
    I recommend for anyone who enjoys adventure games at the level of D4, Life is Strange, Indigo Child (Farehneit), etc.
    I am happy with the game and just finding trouble at collecting all the bonuses. Deserved to be GOTY, but apparently it failed to please the games industry, for reasons I can't understand.
    In summary it's a gem I own on my Xbox One    … Expand
  10. ITZZZPERRY
    Jun 3, 2015
    8
    Murdered: Soul Suspect can best be described in a single word: intriguing. The story kept me playing this adventure until the credits rolled, as the gameplay was not great.
  11. Captivate
    Jun 17, 2017
    8
    The average reviews and poor sales show what is wrong with the industry. People beg for new IPs, and when a developer actually takes a risk and releases a new game, no one buys it because they're too busy buying Call of Duty 25. I played this game when I was bored because I got it for free with GwG. Yes, the combat is poor, the game isn't really difficult, it's short and there's no replayThe average reviews and poor sales show what is wrong with the industry. People beg for new IPs, and when a developer actually takes a risk and releases a new game, no one buys it because they're too busy buying Call of Duty 25. I played this game when I was bored because I got it for free with GwG. Yes, the combat is poor, the game isn't really difficult, it's short and there's no replay value, but it's still a great game that definitely doesn't deserve the 5/10 it holds. It has an unique concept, focusing on the story and investigations more than just combat and forcing a generic story down your throat. It also has side investigations that expand upon the setting, and bring in more focus to the general area. Overall, it's very much worth the price.… Expand
  12. ACE222
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    Terrific little game, good story, good setting, good gameplay, everything you could ask for in a AA title, loved it, recommended.

Awards & Rankings

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

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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
  1. Pure Xbox
    Oct 21, 2014
    60
    Murdered: Soul Suspect lingers almost exactly at the quality middle point as a game. It doesn't do anything particularly good, nor does it do anything terribly bad; it's just okay.
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  2. Gamer.no
    Aug 21, 2014
    50
    Murdered: Soul Suspect is often interesting, with a clever story and cool characters. Other times it’s a messy affair, with pale graphics, boring gameplay and confusing mechanics.
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  3. Softpedia
    Aug 6, 2014
    70
    Murdered: Soul Suspect could have been a really fun detective experience, but it's actually an average point and click mystery game with higher production values.
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