Murder in the Alps

## System requirements

iOS 10 or later
Android 4.4 and up
 Windows 10 version 14393.0 or newer

**Murder in the Alps** is a free-to-play mobile hidden object and murder mystery game, developed and published by Nordcurrent.

## Description

Murder in the Alps is a game like no other. It's a fully interactive crime novel with amazing hidden object gameplay features.
Journey back to the 1930s, solve countless mysteries, and experience an adventure in the authentic atmosphere of the time.

The original story is set in a hotel tucked away in one of the most beautiful locations in the Alps. But things quickly take a turn for the worst. The tale begins when one of the guests goes missing, and it is not long before other strange events start to occur. Anna Myers, a journalist from Zurich who is holidaying at the hotel, takes it upon herself to solve the mystery. With each new day the plot thickens, and Anna must decide which one of the ten mysterious characters could be the killer.

As the game progresses, you will visit many unique locations, from the airy beauty of the Alps, to the depths of blood-filled cellars. Experience the immersive gameplay and engaging storyline. Solve mind-boggling puzzles, interact with each end every character, and discover which one of them is the twisted killer. Will you solve the case before the killer gets you and everybody else? Are you quick-witted enough to figure out all the clues? Can you find the answer to the Murder In the Alps? There's only one way to find out, so get your magnifying glass and your detective hat because this amazing movie-like experience awaits!

### Game Features

* Fascinating storyline with unexpected twists and turns - hours of interactive gameplay and an awesome plot!
* Filled with characters with intriguing personalities and dark secrets! Interact with all of them and find out which one is the killer!
* Gorgeous graphics with amazing animations and beautifully illustrated comics to enhance the story!
* Explore each picturesque location and environment - experience an authentic 1930s atmosphere!
* Enchanting music, great sound effects, and fully voiced characters!
* Built-in Strategy Guide to help you with every step of the game!
* Every scene is filled with collectibles, so don't be afraid to look everywhere and find them all!
* Lots of unique achievements, some are easy to get, and some require great skill!
* Amazing mini-games, hidden objects scenes and much more! This game will keep you on your toes!

## Gameplay

The game is played from Anna's perspective. There are many different types of tasks in the game.

### Hidden Object Scenes

Throughout the game, the player needs to investigate different scenes, by looking for objects in them. In each scene investigated, there is an object which progresses the story. Unlike other hidden object games, there can be multiple objects of the same kind (like rings), and it's possible that another action is required to be done before an object is found (like opening a cabinet, or collecting another object). Those objects are marked with red. When looking for objects in the same scene again, the objects which have been collected previously are removed.

### Comics

When bigger conversations take place, they are represented by comics. They end when the conversation ends, or when some other task should be done during the conversation (like giving some item to a character). Like with the rest of the game, the comics are available in multiple languages, but voice-overs are only available in English.

### Mini-games

Whenever some more complex action is supposed to be completed, it's presented as a mini-game. Mini-games can range from fixing wiring, to exiting a maze, to playing solitaire. They aren't obligatory, as they can be skipped, but that takes away from the energy.

## Game overview

The game is currently split into three Parts each containing multiple chapters taking place in a unique large location. Once the first chapter of Part 1, *Deadly Snowstorm*, is completed, the first chapters of Part 2, *The Heir*, and of Part 3, *The Dada Killer*, are unlocked along with the second chapter of Part 1, *The Phantom*, meaning the player can skip the rest of Part 1 to go straight into Part 2 or Part 3 if they so choose.

## Accolades

* This game has won the "Best Casual Games of 2018" award by Google Play along other games, being praised for "beautiful graphics, a murder mystery plot, and plenty of challenges" despite the player "may [needing] to buy an energy boost".
* This game has also won the 2018 LT Game Awards for the "Game of the Year", "Best Mobile Game", and "Best Audio" categories by the Lithuanian Game Developers Association.
* This game was nominated for the 15th IMGA International Mobile Gaming Awards.
* This game was also nominated for the 2019 Central & Eastern European Game Awards in the "Best Mobile Game" and "Narration" categories.
* This game was also nominated for the 2022 PocketGamer awards in the "Best Update/Updated Game of the Year" category.

## Cast

While the game has no official credits, the games' social media accounts and other sources (ex: Voicebank Dublin, a source for voice actors) has confirmed some voice actors of the game.

* Juliette Crosbie - Anna Myers
* John E. Kelleher-Cantero - Policeman, other various characters
* Sam McGovern - Ulli Reiter, Manu Shreier
* Allan Keating - Various characters (possibly Dierk Becker, Gustav Meisner, Oskar Havel, Max Frost, etc.)
* Dermot Magennis - ???
* Roger Gregg - ???
* Olivia Caffrey - ???
* Niamh McCann - ???
* Hilda Fay - ???
* Chris McHallem - ???

## Trivia

* Although not promoted as such by Nordcurrent, Murder by Choice is effectively a spiritual successor to Murder in the Alps. Both feature similar gameplay with different UIs with Murder by Choice taking place in the present day unlike Murder in the Alps taking place in the late 1920s and early 1930s.
	+ An Energy Bank feature was added along with the My Home mode connecting the two games where if the player spends 1000 Energy in Murder in the Alps, they will earn 100 Energy in Murder by Choice.
* It is not clear when this game released. While most accounts say around October 2018 (the exact day varies; the earliest is October 2 according to Google Play), there is footage of the game predating this month (some sources say the game released all the way back in August 15, 2016).
	+ Brief playthroughs by IGV IOS and Android Gameplay Trailers date all the way back to September 2016, showing a version of the game where only *Deadly Snowstorm* was playable and was the subtitle of the game in the main menu, where no voice acting was available, where the font for the comic cutscenes was different and not capitalized, where all of the UI was located in the center top (this kind of UI is seen in the release trailer), and where Anna's first appearance (where her face looks up) was used.
	+ Vld Vlad's playthrough of this game dates back to July 2018. This version of the game appears to now have *The Phantom* and *Atlantic Connection* available (while *The Heir* was still unreleased) to play, now lacks the subtitle *Deadly Snowstorm* on the main menu, now has voice acting, and now has the same comic font used in the final version. The UI and Anna's appearance remained the same.
	+ Once the game seemingly fully released in October 2018 again seen with Vld Vlad's playthrough, *The Heir* was now available with Part 2's own main menu (the same theme for Part 1 was interestingly reused but likely soon patched to be Part 2's theme) and loading screen, the UI updated to how it is now in the corners and the left side, and Anna's second appearance (where she faces forward) was used.
* The chapter *Unforgiven* also brought major changes to the game as detailed in the chapter's page.
* Artists behind this game have posted behind-the-scenes and finalizations of their work online, which you can view yourself. They include Irina Didik and Vladislav Loboyko.

## Gallery

* App
* Promos
* Q&A

The game's current app logo with Anna's redesign since Unforgiven.The game's previous app logo with Anna's initial design.The game's logo.

Official Screenshot 1Official Screenshot 2Official Screenshot 3Official Screenshot 4Official Screenshot 5Official Screenshot 6Main promo of the game.Continue promo from Murder by Choice.

Intro to the Q&A.First questions on Anna's journey and relationships.Next questions on Anna's journey and relationships.Questions on the characters.First questions on the creation of the game.Next questions on the creation of the game.Final questions on the creation of the game.Conclusion to the Q&A.
## References

1. ↑ Best Casual Games of 2018 - Google Play. November 29, 2018. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
2. ↑ LT Game Awards History - LT Game Awards. 2018. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
3. ↑ Murder in the Alps Nominated For The 15th IMGA - Internation Mobile Gaming Awards. 2019. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
4. ↑ CEEGA - CEEGA. 2019. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
5. ↑ Pocket Gamer Awards 2022 - Pocket Gamer. December 2022. Retrieved August 11, 2023.
6. ↑ Post on Murder in the Alps voice actors - Voicebank Dublin and London. July 16, 2023. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
7. ↑ Post on the Policeman's voice actor - Nordcurrent. December 13, 2020. Retrieved August 6, 2023.