Prepare to delve into another case of murder, mystery, and deception, this time with The Rise of the Golden Idol.
Playstack and Color Gray Games come together once more to release The Rise of the Golden Idol, the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning detective game The Case of the Golden Idol.
Available now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC, this intriguing new title invites players to unravel a sinister conspiracy set in the groovy 1970s.
The Idol’s Legacy Continues
Three hundred years after the tragic events of The Case of the Golden Idol, the legend of the enigmatic artifact resurfaces, drawing a cast of intriguing characters into its web of mystery.
As a keen observer, you must investigate 20 bizarre incidents linked to the Golden Idol, piecing together clues and uncovering the truth behind each case.
Features That Will Sharpen Your Detective Skills
- 20 New Cases: Explore a fresh set of intricate mysteries set in a modern era, each with its own unique challenges and twists.
- Enhanced Mechanics: Enjoy a more streamlined puzzle-solving experience with moveable pop-up windows and automatic keyword collection.
- Immersive Art Style: Immerse yourself in a hand-painted world with a modern aesthetic, featuring richly detailed crime scenes and unsettling character visuals.
A Detective’s Journey Through Time
The Rise of the Golden Idol takes players on a journey through the 1970s, an era of social change, cultural revolution, and technological advancements.
From hallucinogens and fax machines to parapsychology and TV guides, the game’s setting adds a unique flavour to the mystery.
Unravel the Conspiracy
Encounter a diverse cast of characters, including enlightenment seekers, convicts, talk show hosts, and corporate executives, each with their own motives and secrets. Uncover the connections between these individuals and the mysterious forces surrounding the Golden Idol.
The Rise of the Golden Idol introduces a reworked interface that streamlines the investigation process. Gather key terms from observations and witness testimonies, and utilise a new puzzle mechanic to revisit past deductions and connect the threads of the overarching mystery.
The Rise of the Golden Idol is available today on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch (delayed to 14th Nov), and PC through Steam. It costs around £16.74.
Will you step into the role of a detective once more, as you look to unravel the secrets of the Golden Idol, and experience a journey through a world of mystery and intrigue?
The Rise of the Golden Idol Description
Uncover the truth behind 15 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically – the sins of humanity have not. Three centuries following the unspeakable fate of the Cloudsleys, the legend of the Golden Idol has all but faded. Now it is carried only in small whispers, uttered as an obscene myth. Some are determined for this to change.
