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
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.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 68 | 65 | 1 | 2 |
| Gameplay | 55 | 49 | 4 | 2 |
| Graphics / art | 21 | 17 | 1 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 13 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 11 | 3 | 0 | 8 |
| Value for money | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 16 h on median; those who dislike it: 13 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
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.
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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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