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Synopsis: Caleb and I have recently watched the classic Argento film, Deep Red, and it sparked a discussion on investigative games. It demonstrates the challenge of interpreting clues versus finding clues. It also shows the perils of chasing red herrings. If you’ve struggled to run a good mystery game, especially a Gumshoe Engine game, this episode is for you!

Shout Outs

Slay the Spire: An addicting deck-building roguelike game
Hades: An addicting action RPG roguelike
Carrion: An excellent horror-themed metroidvania game
The Invitation: a thriller about a dinner party
The Beach House: a horror flick about cosmic horror and awkward dinner parties
The Wide Carnivorous Sky: a collection of horror short stories
Radiant Dawn: A Delta Green-esque horror novel

Song: The Welcoming by 2 Mello

RPPR Episode 180: Deep Red and Interpreting Clues