Murder Club

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Murder Club is a 1986 mystery adventure that casts you as J.B., a detective figuring out the murder of Bil Robbins. The case hinges on interrogating suspects, piecing together clues, and navigating a web of secrets. Text-heavy dialogue drives the investigation, with choices shaping the path through a story full of shady characters and potential red herrings. Simple graphics and static backgrounds focus attention on the script, which leans into noir tropes with a stream of blood, sultry dames, and a victim surrounded by enemies. What stands out is its place as an early visual novel experiment, released years before the genre took off. It ran on a dizzying array of 80s Japanese PCs, proof of its developer’s reach. While the pixelated art and clunky interface feel dated, fans of vintage mystery games might appreciate its no-nonsense approach to detective work. The case may not crack any modern awards, but it’s a curious relic of early interactive storytelling.