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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4590 CPU @3.3GHz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel GMA 950 DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 8 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire

Murders on the Yangtze River

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Released January 30, 2024
sample: 417 reviews posted after launch (86 AI-classified)
96/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 20,948 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
14,79€ 8,87€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The mystery narrative keeps players hooked, with 65 of 68 story mentions praising it. Overall, the title holds an Overwhelmingly Positive rating, with 96% of post‑release reviews endorsing the experience.

What it's about: "Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.

In-game

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« Un très bon jeu d'enquête dans la veine d'ace attorney. Il faut cependant un très bon niveau d'anglais (ou de chinois) pour vraiment en profiter. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« the perfect game for murder mystery enjoyers! the cases are genuinely hard to solve and so creative too. Highly recommand! »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Excellent iteration over the Ace attorney games, with a touch of freshness »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« What a wonderful game! I was pulled into its world without even realising it. I would sit down for a bit and suddenly hours had passed. I am still a bit shocked it took me 22hrs to finish it. It didn't feel that long at all. »
👍 anonymous review · 23 h played
« 如果超过5分是推荐,那大概是6-7分。画面有些地方比较粗糙,且互动机制也有提升的空间。玩之前看介绍以为最后要把前面的每一章串起来,没想到潦草收场了。 Note:结束一周后把好评改成了差评。 »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« Je me souviendrai de cette histoire pendant longtemps. Merci aux développeurs »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Great game. Good for the first three cases, phenomenal for the last three. I had goosebumps during certain sections. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Absolutely fantastic game. Unlike most detective games this one gives you the Ah Ha! clever feeling moments. It's also very long for the genre and genuinely interesting all of the way through. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played

In players' words

« Un très bon jeu d'enquête dans la veine d'ace attorney. Il faut cependant un très bon niveau d'anglais (ou de chinois) pour vraiment en profiter. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« 如果超过5分是推荐,那大概是6-7分。画面有些地方比较粗糙,且互动机制也有提升的空间。玩之前看介绍以为最后要把前面的每一章串起来,没想到潦草收场了。 Note:结束一周后把好评改成了差评。 »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« the perfect game for murder mystery enjoyers! the cases are genuinely hard to solve and so creative too. Highly recommand! »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Je me souviendrai de cette histoire pendant longtemps. Merci aux développeurs »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Excellent iteration over the Ace attorney games, with a touch of freshness »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Great game. Good for the first three cases, phenomenal for the last three. I had goosebumps during certain sections. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« What a wonderful game! I was pulled into its world without even realising it. I would sit down for a bit and suddenly hours had passed. I am still a bit shocked it took me 22hrs to finish it. It didn't feel that long at all. »
👍 anonymous review · 23 h played
« Absolutely fantastic game. Unlike most detective games this one gives you the Ah Ha! clever feeling moments. It's also very long for the genre and genuinely interesting all of the way through. »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played

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What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=68
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=55
Graphics / art
81 % pos · n=21
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=14
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
27 % pos · n=11
Value for money
100 % pos · n=6
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing686512
Gameplay554942
Graphics / art211713
Audio / music141400
Content / longevity131201
Interface / UX11308
Value for money6600
Stability / bugs5005

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 16 h on median; those who dislike it: 14 h.

<2h
75 % (n=4)
2-10h
91 % (n=54)
10-25h
97 % (n=299)
>25h
98 % (n=60)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,6 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 47 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 21 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story dominates praise: 65 positive mentions out of 68
  • Gameplay receives strong approval: 49 positive mentions out of 55
  • Audio is flawless: 14 positive mentions out of 14
  • Graphics earn commendation: 17 positive mentions out of 21
  • Price is seen as fair: 6 positive mentions out of 6

Weaknesses

  • Bugs frustrate players: 5 negative mentions out of 5
  • User interface confuses many: 8 negative mentions out of 11
  • Graphics show occasional issues: 3 negative mentions out of 21

Who is it for?

Detective‑thriller enthusiasts who relish rich storytelling and atmospheric soundscapes will find this adventure rewarding. Players tolerant of minor UI quirks and occasional bugs will still appreciate the overall experience.

Is Murders on the Yangtze River worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 97% of 20,948 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Story dominates praise. Current price: 8,87€ (40% off).

Verdict

Murders on the Yangtze River delivers a compelling narrative wrapped in solid gameplay and excellent audio, earning near‑universal acclaim. Technical rough edges, chiefly bugs and UI hiccups, prevent a flawless rating but do not outweigh the strengths. For fans of investigative RPGs, the game stands out as a must‑play.

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