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DM Schmeyer
IGN
“Call of Cthulhu still delivers what is perhaps one of the finest cosmic horror experiences in modern gaming.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Interesting combat‑free detective gameplay
- Story hits the right tone
- Lovecraftian atmosphere
- Authentic tabletop mechanics
- Engaging narrative
- Strong writing
Points of Contention
- Clunky late‑game stealth and combat missions
- Cliché environments
- Awkward implementation of ruleset
- Uneven level design
- Wooden protagonist
- Confusing plot moments
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics50
Hayden Dingman
PCWorld
“Call of Cthulhu should be a great horror‑detective game, but lackluster mechanics and a heavy‑handed story undermine its stronger points.”
