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Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

About this game

IMPORTANT: "Unboxing the Cryptic Killer" is a 2-player cooperative puzzle game that requires each player to have their own copy on either mobile, tablet, PC or Mac . Internet connection and voice communication are essential. Need a Player Two? Join our community!

SOLVE A CRYPTIC BOX


Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is the first standalone chapter to the cooperative point-and-click puzzle game series 'Cryptic Killer'.



Two seasoned detectives, Ally and Old Dog, are entangled in a chilling unsolved case. Lured on a perilous trail, they fall into the clutches of the enigmatic Cryptic Killer they've been relentlessly pursuing. The stakes are sky-high as two innocent lives hang in the balance. In order to save them, Ally and Old Dog must unravel a box of intricate puzzles masterfully designed by the nefarious killer. Test your mettle and join this high-stakes race against time, where every puzzle solved is a step closer to unmasking the Cryptic Killer.

THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE IS TO WORK TOGETHER


Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is a puzzle for exactly two players. The name of the game is collaboration. Each player takes on one of the two roles and works their way through a series of challenging puzzles. You'll each see one half of the same puzzle and must work together to crack the codes and escape the Cryptic Killer's clutches.

FEATURES LIST


  • Two Player Co-Op
    In Unboxing the Cryptic Killer, the detectives are separated. You’ll see different items and clues than your partner, and will be tested on your communication!
  • Challenging Collaborative Puzzles
    Two brains are better than one when it comes to cracking the Cryptic Killer's codes.
  • Unravel a Thrilling Story
    Track the Cryptic Killer's movements as Detectives Old Dog and Ally in this ongoing murder mystery saga.
  • Explore Illustrated World
    Unboxing the Cryptic Killer features hand-illustrated environments that are inspired by noir novels.
  • Draw on… Everything!
    You cannot solve a case without taking notes. At any time in the game, you can whip out a notebook and pen to make notes and scribble on your environment.



Go ahead! Don't let him get away!

Achievements

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Sticky Situation

Sticky Situation

3.6%

Something doesn't smell right here.

Tick Tock

Tick Tock

4.7%

Your anagrams are showing, Doctor.

Dynamic Detective Duo

Dynamic Detective Duo

4.8%

Complete Unboxing the Cryptic Killer as both Ally and Old Dog

Purrrrfection

Purrrrfection

5.0%

You've got to be kitten me!

Nasi Tu Byli

Nasi Tu Byli

11.0%

On a mission to save mankind.

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

Unravel the mystery of a cryptic box in this 2-player co-op puzzle game. Join forces as two detectives, solve cooperative puzzles, communicate effectively, crack the codes and outsmart the killer.

Developer

Eleven Puzzles

Publisher

Eleven Puzzles

Release Date

27 April, 2023

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