执念刑警之消失的证人

I want to give this a like but I can't finish it. There is a safe that you need to open, and the text is in all chinese. I have no idea how to open it, so I cant complete the game. I was really enjoying it too. Developer responded with the code. So thumbs up now.

It's okay for a few hours. I find it just comes off unpolished due to how some evidence seems like it could better connect two ideas than what does actually connect, a few bits closer to the end don't have English text but Chinese text which is likely just an oversight, background images don't always match character portraits, and the video content is clearly AI despite them trying to refine it with two key examples being handcuffing a guy by the neck and a coffee cup turning into a phone. I don't find that it needed as much of the video content as was used as well and it's kind of weird how young one of the characters looked for a university character. The actual story idea is pretty solid and interesting, so I don't want to discourage the developer from trying again in the future, there's just no neutral option on Steam so if you want to try it, try it, just know what you're getting into.

执念刑警之消失的证人 is a detective-focused narrative mystery from 迷雾工作室 that places heavy emphasis on investigation, observation, and logical deduction rather than traditional action-oriented gameplay. Built around a criminal case filled with missing witnesses, hidden motives, and unanswered questions, the game creates an experience designed to challenge players mentally while gradually pulling them deeper into a layered mystery. Instead of leading players directly toward conclusions, it encourages careful thinking and rewards attention to detail throughout its investigative structure. The story begins with an incident that initially appears straightforward. A death occurs under suspicious circumstances and authorities quickly classify the event as suicide. On the surface, the case appears finished. Weeks later, however, several individuals connected to that night disappear without explanation. Their only shared connection lies in being present near the original event, creating a disturbing pattern that immediately raises doubts about what truly happened. What first seemed like an isolated tragedy slowly reveals itself as something significantly larger and more dangerous. Players take control of investigator Lu Yan, a determined detective pushed into a race against time. The investigation unfolds under growing pressure as missing individuals remain unaccounted for and hidden truths become increasingly difficult to uncover. The game creates urgency effectively by establishing consequences beyond simply solving a mystery. Every discovery feels important because time itself becomes part of the challenge. The investigative systems form the heart of the experience. Evidence collection goes beyond simply selecting highlighted objects or triggering automatic solutions. Players must actively review information, analyze footage, examine reports, and organize discoveries to build conclusions independently. Video recordings, surveillance material, witness statements, and environmental clues all contribute pieces toward understanding larger events. The game consistently encourages players to think like investigators rather than passive observers. One of the most satisfying aspects comes through its evidence management mechanics. Information does not automatically arrange itself into obvious conclusions. Instead, players gradually construct logical connections between clues while building investigative chains that reveal hidden relationships between events. This structure creates moments where breakthroughs genuinely feel earned rather than scripted. Solving major developments becomes rewarding because progress depends heavily on observation and reasoning. The game maintains an effective investigative rhythm by balancing information gathering with deduction. Players move naturally between reviewing evidence and forming conclusions, preventing progression from becoming repetitive. New discoveries frequently reshape assumptions established earlier, encouraging players to revisit previous information with fresh perspectives. This constant reevaluation strengthens immersion while reinforcing detective themes effectively. The mystery itself unfolds at a measured pace. Rather than relying heavily on sudden twists or dramatic reveals every few minutes, the narrative gradually expands through smaller discoveries that slowly expose larger truths beneath the surface. The writing favors grounded tension and realism over exaggerated spectacle, helping maintain investment throughout the investigation. Atmosphere plays an important role as well. The game creates pressure not through direct danger but through uncertainty and unanswered questions. Hidden motives, incomplete evidence, and growing suspicion create tension that remains consistent throughout progression. The world feels shaped by secrets waiting to be uncovered rather than simply serving as a backdrop for scripted events. Presentation choices strengthen immersion significantly. Investigativ…