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The Abbey of Crime Extensum

PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac • 2016

Should you play it?

A free game inspired by Umberto Eco's novel and Jean-Jaques Annaud's film "The Name of the Rose", and based on the game "La abadía del crimen" by Paco Menéndez and Juan Delcán.

What works
  • Faithful and immersive narrative
  • Atmospheric pixel art and soundtrack
  • Free to play
  • Challenging puzzles and exploration
  • Nostalgic remake of a classic
Things to keep in mind
  • Slow pacing and frequent walking
  • Confusing camera angles
  • Steep learning curve for controls
  • Lack of in-game guidance
  • Some frustrating timed events

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The Abbey of Crime Extensum: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Idle. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Creativity.

Why this game works

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