75
MONSTER
A brand new dark fantasy detective action game from the minds behind the Danganronpa series! Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, and Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, tackle unsolved mysteries in a strange city caged by unending rain.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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82
Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE wows critics with engaging storyline, unexpected twists, and dark detective drama. While some find the twists overwhelming and lack character depth, the game is praised for its compelling narrative and unique cyberpunk setting. Overall, it's a highly enjoyable experience for mystery game fans.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
82
Positive (80-100)
86%
Mixed (50-79)
14%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE wows critics with engaging storyline, unexpected twists, and dark detective drama. While some find the twists overwhelming and lack character depth, the game is praised for its compelling narrative and unique cyberpunk setting. Overall, it's a highly enjoyable experience for mystery game fans.
Gameplay Mechanics
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74
Critics had mixed opinions on Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE gameplay. Positives included engaging mix of minigames, rhythm combat, and investigation elements. Negatives mentioned wasted time in minigames and disappointing Mystery Labyrinths. Overall, gameplay praised for its unique twists and action elements, but criticized for dated features and lack of exploration.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
74
Positive (80-100)
36%
Mixed (50-79)
64%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Critics had mixed opinions on Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE gameplay. Positives included engaging mix of minigames, rhythm combat, and investigation elements. Negatives mentioned wasted time in minigames and disappointing Mystery Labyrinths. Overall, gameplay praised for its unique twists and action elements, but criticized for dated features and lack of exploration.
Graphics and Visual Design
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74
Critics generally praise the unique and striking art direction of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, highlighting its neon cyberpunk aesthetic, vibrant colors, and immersive world design. However, some critics criticize the stiff and blurry 3D character models, graphical glitches, and technical issues, especially on the Switch version. Despite these flaws, the game's visuals are still considered visually appealing and striking, with attention to detail and charm compensating for technical shortcomings.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
74
Positive (80-100)
36%
Mixed (50-79)
64%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics generally praise the unique and striking art direction of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, highlighting its neon cyberpunk aesthetic, vibrant colors, and immersive world design. However, some critics criticize the stiff and blurry 3D character models, graphical glitches, and technical issues, especially on the Switch version. Despite these flaws, the game's visuals are still considered visually appealing and striking, with attention to detail and charm compensating for technical shortcomings.
Music and Sound Design
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83
Critics unanimously praised the standout sound design and music of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, with the excellent soundtrack perfectly matching the atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience. Positive feedback highlighted the relaxing, mysterious, fast-paced, and melodic tunes, showcasing the versatility and effectiveness of the music. While some critics noted minor issues like mismatched speech animations and lack of tension in voice acting, the overwhelming consensus remains highly positive. In conclusion, the sound design and music of the game were a major strength, earning widespread acclaim from critics.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
83
Positive (80-100)
68%
Mixed (50-79)
32%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics unanimously praised the standout sound design and music of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, with the excellent soundtrack perfectly matching the atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience. Positive feedback highlighted the relaxing, mysterious, fast-paced, and melodic tunes, showcasing the versatility and effectiveness of the music. While some critics noted minor issues like mismatched speech animations and lack of tension in voice acting, the overwhelming consensus remains highly positive. In conclusion, the sound design and music of the game were a major strength, earning widespread acclaim from critics.
Voice Acting
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85
Critics raved about the voice acting in Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, praising it as excellent and well-matched to the characters. Despite a minor critique about localization, the overwhelming sentiment was highly positive, making the voice acting a standout feature of the game according to reviews.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
85
Positive (80-100)
93%
Mixed (50-79)
7%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics raved about the voice acting in Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, praising it as excellent and well-matched to the characters. Despite a minor critique about localization, the overwhelming sentiment was highly positive, making the voice acting a standout feature of the game according to reviews.
Technical Performance
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62
Critics have mixed views on the technical performance of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE on the Nintendo Switch. While some praise its stable 30fps and good visuals, others criticize graphical glitches, frame rate drops, and muddy textures. Overall, there are concerns about technical issues like long load times and laggy animations that may affect gameplay experience. Pros and cons exist, so buyers should weigh these factors before deciding on the Nintendo Switch version.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
62
Positive (80-100)
6%
Mixed (50-79)
89%
Negative (0-49)
6%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Critics have mixed views on the technical performance of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE on the Nintendo Switch. While some praise its stable 30fps and good visuals, others criticize graphical glitches, frame rate drops, and muddy textures. Overall, there are concerns about technical issues like long load times and laggy animations that may affect gameplay experience. Pros and cons exist, so buyers should weigh these factors before deciding on the Nintendo Switch version.
Replay Value
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62
Critics have mixed opinions on the replay value of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE. While some praise its entertaining gameplay that justifies multiple playthroughs, others criticize its limited replayability due to incomplete side quests and lack of significant consequences. Optional collectibles and leveling up mechanics add some replay value, but overall, the game's lasting appeal may vary depending on individual preferences.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
62
Positive (80-100)
17%
Mixed (50-79)
67%
Negative (0-49)
17%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics have mixed opinions on the replay value of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE. While some praise its entertaining gameplay that justifies multiple playthroughs, others criticize its limited replayability due to incomplete side quests and lack of significant consequences. Optional collectibles and leveling up mechanics add some replay value, but overall, the game's lasting appeal may vary depending on individual preferences.
Overall Verdict
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MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
75
Positive (80-100)
60%
Mixed (50-79)
40%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Critics mostly love Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE for its engaging storytelling, captivating characters, and unique sense of humor. Praise for its strong themes and fascinating writing abounds, with comparisons to the Danganronpa series. However, some reviewers criticize the game for incorporating unnecessary sexist tropes and weak gameplay elements. Despite flaws, the consensus is that RAIN CODE offers an enjoyable narrative adventure with satisfying detective work, recommended for mystery-solving fans.
75
MONSTER
Reviews
105 reviews found100
Digitally Downloaded
Jun 30, 2023
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Rain Code offers a bitter, insightful, and thought-provoking experience with a strong and blunt message. It successfully combines humor with dark themes and challenges player expectations. The creative team behind Danganronpa and Rain Code knows how to entertain while offering something intensely thoughtful.
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95
Wccftech
Jul 16, 2023
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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code expands and improves on the Danganronpa formula with a more developed world, bold visuals, refined gameplay, and a collection of well-crafted mysteries. It is one of the best, most ambitious visual novels in recent years.
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95
GameGrin
Jun 30, 2023
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Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE is a must-play game for fans of mystery-solving and interesting stories. It offers a unique combination of elements and an over-the-top sense of humor.
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90
PlayStation Universe
Sep 23, 2024
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Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus is a fantastic mystery detective game with exceptional writing, voice work, and engaging gameplay, making it a must-play title for mystery enthusiasts.
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90
Noisy Pixel
Jun 30, 2023
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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code delivers an excellently paced detective mystery with clever writing, memorable characters, and a balanced mix of dark themes and fun
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90
RPG Site
Jun 30, 2023
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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is a wild ride with an excellent story and engaging gameplay, despite some technical issues.
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89
RPG Fan
Jun 30, 2023
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The reviewer greatly enjoyed their time with Rain Code and highly recommends it to Danganronpa veterans and fans of narrative adventure titles. It is described as a lost relic of the PlayStation Vita.
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85
Press Start Australia
Jun 29, 2023
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Captivating and refreshing mystery game with a satisfying and immersive experience.
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85
Gaming Nexus
Jul 26, 2023
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Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is an engaging detective-style game with a compelling story and interesting gameplay mechanics. The Mystery Labyrinths can be a bit long and the game may not be suited for shorter play sessions, but overall it is enjoyable.
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84
COGconnected
Aug 1, 2023
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An enjoyable game with fascinating writing, strong themes, and a strong visual style, despite some technical and replayability issues.
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