The Rise of the Golden Idol

Discover clues, crack the case

The Rise of the Golden Idol - Crime Mystery Game

"The Rise of the Golden Idol" is a standalone sequel to the award-winning mystery title, blending crime investigation with supernatural elements. Set in the 1970s, players explore various crime scenes and gather clues, connecting a diverse cast of characters drawn to the legendary Golden Idol. Utilize observation and logic to decipher motives and piece together a grand mystery while experiencing a unique interface designed for smooth sleuthing. Join the intrigue today—NETFLIX membership required!
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Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2024-12-04)
Creation date: 2024-11-06
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  • full network access
  • control vibration

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App summary

NETFLIX MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.

The Idol was lost — but not forgotten. Collect crime-scene clues to piece together shocking truths in this standalone sequel to the award-winning mystery game "The Case of the Golden Idol."

Three hundred years after the unspeakable fate of the Cloudsley family, the Golden Idol's legend lives on only in whispers and myth. But now, in the tumultuous times of the 1970s, some are determined to see the Idol restored to its former glory. Discover the mysterious forces connecting a relentless relic hunter, a team of scientists, the members of an enlightenment-seeking cult and more characters drawn to the all-powerful artifact.

As the observer in this point-and-click mystery game, you must investigate 20 strange — and possibly supernatural — cases of crime, death and depravity. Use your detective skills to make sense of a grand mystery that unfolds across an age of hallucinogens, disco, fax machines and parapsychology.

LEAD YOUR OWN INVESTIGATION

Explore each crime scene at your own pace, using observation and logic to build theories of the case. Click to collect clues and analyze each discovery to determine what happened, why, and who was responsible.

A CURIOUS CAST OF CHARACTERS

Convicted prisoners, chat show hosts, corporate middle management and many more figures have a role to play in the wider mystery that unfolds — each driven by their own agenda, and some driven to murder. Scour each scene for key details, put names to faces and deduce each person's motives.

SMOOTHER SLEUTHING AND SOLVING

A new interface lets you quickly collect key terms from each crime scene and seamlessly toggle between investigating and theorizing. Make connections to fill in the blanks of the story for each case, and then piece together every chapter's overarching narrative.

- Created by Color Gray Games and Playstack.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Deeply story-driven with unexpected twists and engaging narrative.
  • Challenging and satisfying puzzles that maintain difficulty throughout.
  • Great artwork and attention to detail.
  • Responsive developers who fix bugs promptly.
  • Fun and addictive gameplay, especially for fans of deduction and detective games.
Cons
  • Numerous technical issues and bugs, especially with progress saving and level unlocking.
  • Mobile user experience is hampered by small text and unclear details.
  • Vibration settings are not user-friendly, and customization options are limited.
  • Some users find the clues too vague or the game overwhelming at times.
Most mentioned
  • Technical issues with game stability and bugs.
  • Difficulty in reading text and details on mobile screens.
  • Strong narrative and integrated storylines connecting puzzles.
  • Respondiveness of developers to fix bugs.
  • Satisfaction from solving puzzles and experiencing the game.
User reviews
I really loved this game! Some details and text were a bit small on my device, and clearing a word from a field could be tricky, but aside from these small interface items I thoroughly enjoyed the game. Vibes remind me of Monkey Island and Disco Elysium at the same time! Super cool.
by Steph, 2024-12-17

Doesn't really seem to be working fully on mobile. Clicking the tapes while in chapter selection gives a black screen where only the text bubbles appear. And the app shuts down usually before 5 mins has passed since opening it.
by Lilian May, 2024-12-11

Great game. Love the story and was invested in figuring out the scenarios. I surprised myself that i didn't use that many hints. Great game, just wish you could play it without needing to have a Netflix account
by Hazel Oliphant, 2024-12-11
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