Today's guest is Matthew Myers, the developer of the mystery game series Murder Is Game Over. There are currently 4 released games in the series, and a 5th game called Murder Is Game Over: Murder Otaku is set to be released on October 1st.
Disclaimer: I purchased an alpha version of the game and became one of its testers. I genuinely enjoyed the game, and in the episode I share my honest thoughts about it.
My opinion: Murder Is Game Over: Murder Otaku is a fair and solvable mystery game that lives up to the golden-age standard that inspired it. Combined with its unique premise in a modern setting and RPG-style gameplay mechanics, it's an experience well worth the money spent.
Topics covered in today’s episode include:
The inspirations behind Murder Is Game Over
When you should use RPG Maker for your mystery game
How to write relatable characters and dialogue
How to consistently release a mystery game series
How mentorship helps you improve your skills
How to efficiently structure your mystery game
…And more!
Support this episode’s guest:
Visit the Murder Is Game Over website and follow on X
Wishlist MIGO: Murder Otaku on Steam
Purchase access to the beta build of MIGO: Murder Otaku on itch
Save 15% on all released games in the series with the MIGO bundle
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