Casey Noir and Carved Pumpkin's Latte
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About Casey Noir and Carved Pumpkin's Latte
Casey Noir and Carved Pumpkin's Latte is a spooky, story-driven murder mystery set in a creaky Gothic hotel during Halloween. Developed by Nik Rouz and Friends, it blends point-and-click exploration with visual novel dialogue choices. You play a detective piecing together clues, interrogating suspects, and navigating branching decisions that shape the outcome. Released in 2025, it runs on PC, Mac, and Linux. The game leans into moody aesthetics and cryptic dialogue, with puzzles tied to classic noir tropes. Think "clue hunt meets soap opera," with a dash of caffeine-fueled absurdity. Perfect if you like figuring out convoluted whodunits at your own pace.
Gameplay
Sessions revolve around clicking objects, people, and dialogue options to advance the plot. Each room in the hotel hides interactive items that unlock story beats or red herrings. Conversations branch into multiple choices, affecting character trust and available evidence. The story splits into three acts, each with distinct settings like a foggy rooftop or a haunted speakeasy. Controls are simple, left click to interact, right click to backtrack. Puzzles mix logic (figuring out a lock combination from a poem) and lateral thinking (using a latte foam pattern as a map). Expect to replay scenes for missed details. The game clocks in at 4, 6 hours straight, but the slow reveal of secrets makes it easy to pause and return.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 8.7/10, with 42% finishing 100% of story paths. Average playtime is 4.8 hours, but 23% replay for alternate endings. Community moods: "Chilling" (68%), "Clever" (55%), and "Puzzling" (49%). Critics praise the "atmospheric script" but note "repetitive inventory mechanics." One review: "Feels like bingeing a campy true crime podcast, adds up to something wild, even if the clues are buried in fluff." The 37 achievements include finding hidden easter eggs (like a cursed espresso machine) and hitting specific dialogue options. Completionists spend 8, 10 hours to unlock all endings.
PlayPile's Take
Worth playing if you enjoy meandering mysteries with strong writing over fast-paced action. At $19.99, it’s a low-risk buy for its 5-hour runtime and rewatchable branching paths. The 37 achievements add replay value but aren’t overly grindy. Some players find the pacing slow, especially compared to action-heavy point-and-clicks. If you’re into figuring out a story where every line of dialogue feels like a breadcrumb, this hits. Skip it if you want tight puzzles or a linear narrative. The game’s charm lies in its quirks, like a murder suspect who’s definitely not a witch, but definitely has a caffeine addiction.
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