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Crime Secrets: Crimson Lily

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, iOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Android, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Linux • 2016

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Quick resume

Stop the mysterious killer!

Global score

74/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Engaging detective story with plot twists
    • Pleasant winter-themed graphics and atmosphere
    • Variety of puzzles and hidden object scenes
    • Unique crime scene investigation mechanic
    • Easy achievements and collectibles for completionists

    Cons

    • Short game length (~3-4 hours) with no bonus content
    • Puzzles and hidden object scenes are very easy
    • Some translation and localization errors
    • Character animations and voice acting uneven
    • Minor bugs with collectibles and achievements

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Survival, Violence.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players have freedom to explore different areas, solve puzzles, and combine items with some degree of choice."

    • Competence
      2

      "Puzzles and hidden object scenes are generally easy and straightforward, providing light skill challenges."

    • Competition
      -4

      "No competitive elements; gameplay focuses on personal progress and story."

    • Continuation
      1

      "Short game length (~3-4 hours) but some players replay for collectibles and achievements."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Single-player experience with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

    • Creativity
      1

      "Some item combination and puzzle solving allow for light creative problem solving."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No social dominance or power dynamics; purely individual gameplay."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players enjoy immersive detective story and atmospheric environments for distraction and relaxation."

    • Expectation
      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and interest rather than obligation."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Players try different puzzle solutions and explore scenes, though gameplay is mostly linear."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Players explore multiple locations around the hotel and snowy mountain resort."

    • Expression
      -4

      "Minimal customization or self-expression; mostly fixed character and environment presentation."

    • Fantasy
      -2

      "Story is a detective mystery with some surreal elements but mostly grounded in realistic crime investigation."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "No social or community features; solo play only."

    • Growth
      2

      "Players develop detective skills and puzzle-solving abilities, though challenges are light."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention; puzzles and scenes demand active engagement."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No close social interactions or relationship building."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements."

    • Progression
      3

      "Players collect items, unlock achievements, and advance through story and puzzles."

    • Relaxation
      3

      "Casual pace and easy puzzles provide a relaxing experience."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Pleasant visuals and atmospheric sound contribute to sensory enjoyment."

    • Status
      -4

      "No social recognition or status systems."

    • Story
      4

      "Strong narrative focus with detective mystery, plot twists, and character interactions."

    • Strategy
      1

      "Some logical puzzle solving and clue ordering but overall simple and linear gameplay."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Some suspense and mystery elements create mild tension and intrigue."

    • Value
      -2

      "Short playtime and lack of bonus content reduce perceived value at full price."

    • Violence
      -3

      "Violence is implied in story but gameplay focuses on investigation and puzzle solving, not combat."

    • Survival
      -3

      "No survival mechanics; stable conditions throughout gameplay."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026