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Disco Elysium

Disco Elysium

ZA/UM·Released Oct 15, 2019·Single player

Platforms
PC
Genres
RPGAdventureIndie
Critic91/100
Across 5 reviews
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About

Disco Elysium is a role-playing game developed and published by ZA/UM. It is set in the fictional city of Revachol, where players assume the role of an amnesiac detective investigating a murder case. The game emphasises dialogue and skill-based choices, with character attributes represented by internal voices that influence decisions and interactions. Its narrative explores themes of politics, philosophy, and personal identity, and it is known for its unconventional gameplay and deep storytelling.

Reviews

8 reviews
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Game Informer
Joe Juba·Nov 12, 2019
Critic90/100
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This investigative RPG surprises and delights with its complex world, fantastic dialogue, and ability to convey a constant struggle with the warring facets of one’s own mind.

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By Simon Cardy·Oct 16, 2019
Critic96/100
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Disco Elysium is a deep, sharply written, unique blend of noir-detective fiction and traditional pen-and-paper RPGs.

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