description Noir: A Shadowy Thriller Overview
Noir: A Shadowy Thriller is a 1996 single-player adventure game developed by TSi, Inc. and published by Cyberdreams for Windows. Set in Los Angeles in 1940, it casts the player as a private investigator investigating the disappearance of partner Jack Slayton through six non-linear cases. Its presentation combines point-and-click exploration with monochrome still images and full-motion video filmed at Los Angeles landmarks, making it a game for players interested in detective fiction and film-noir atmosphere.
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What is the mystery in Noir: A Shadowy Thriller?
The player controls a private investigator in Los Angeles in 1940 who is investigating the disappearance of his partner, Jack Slayton. The case unfolds through six non-linear sections of the adventure.
When and where is Noir: A Shadowy Thriller set?
The game is set in Los Angeles during 1940. Its noir setting uses a missing-partner investigation rather than a fantasy or science-fiction premise.
Who developed Noir: A Shadowy Thriller?
TSi, Inc. developed the game, and Cyberdreams published it. It was released for Windows in 1996.
How does the game's non-linear structure work?
The investigation is divided into six non-linear parts, allowing the player to examine leads in an order that is not completely fixed. The structure is designed around gathering clues and deciding how to pursue the case.
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