Metropolis: Lux Obscura (2017)

Metropolis Lux Obscura is a unique game with a film noir atmosphere, seductive wanton women, and dirty dangerous secrets. Gameplay is based on a motion comic with a non-linear plot mixed with MATCH3 puzzle fights.

Fighting Puzzle Indie Arcade Erotic crime nudity sexual contentPlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One

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Unpretentious, grave, bleak and plot-driven.

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GameGrinAndrew DuncanDec 20177/10
Although it's easy to blaze through, Metropolis is a pretty enjoyable match-3. It has an enjoyable story, and you can replay it for the alternate endings, or just to listen to the soundtrack.
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NintendoWorldReportZachary MillerMar 20187/10
How graphic? Well, Lockheart might want to think about manscaping. I will say I've never played a game like Metropolis: Lux Obscura and I'm glad I did, but I think it has narrow appeal. If you like Sin City, it's worth a look.
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ThisGenGamingRobby BisschopMar 201870/100
Metropolis is a fine game for its low asking price. I found myself enjoying it more than I expected to, replaying it each time with a completely different set of abilities and genuinely curious about the ending I'd be getting. The battles themselves were quick and entertaining and the comic-book style is lovely to look at. Despite its small flaws, it's definitely worth checking out.
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TechRaptorSamuel GuglielmoApr 20182/10
Metropolis: Lux Obscura combines boring gameplay with a story that genuinely feels both racist and sexist. It's not a great combination.
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Cubed3Nikola SuprakJan 20192/10
Let it be said as simply as possible: please do not buy this. Please, please, please, please! If ever the urge arises to purchase this game, light a fire, take out twenty dollars, and throw it right into the flame.
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About the game

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Ktulhu Solutions, Sometimes You
Publisher: Ktulhu Solutions, Sometimes You
Released: October 11, 2017
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric, Text
Engine: Unity

IGDB rating 5.5/10 from 8 ratings.

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