Ostensibly, not much has changed since the remakes.
Each scene is effectively a little puzzle, requiring the right combination of commands to progress.
This is perfectly encapsulated in one memorable moment where our hero arrives outside a bar.
The player can hear screams coming inside.
There is also a wide cast of supporting characters, each masterfully written with complex, varied motivations.
Its nothing groundbreaking, but does add a pleasant extra layer of interactivity.
Character sprites are well animated, while backgrounds are filled with moving details that really bring them to life.
My one complaint, bar the slightly repetitive background music, is the noticeable lack of any touchscreen support.
Playing in handheld mode, these scenes are practically begging to be explored through the Look/Examine function.
For this to be my only issue really goes to show what a brilliant experience it is.
Accessibility
Sadly, there are no dedicated accessibility features inEmio The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club.
Should I play Emio The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club?
If you prefer more freedom in your detective games, then consider something likeSherlock Holmes Chapter OneorDisco Elysiuminstead.
Throughout my time with the game, I played on aNintendo Switch OLEDconsole in both handheld and docked mode.
In docked mode, I made use of aNintendo Switch Pro Controller.
For audio, I relied on my trusty pair ofFinal VR3000earbuds for a seriously immersive time.
First reviewed August 2024.
