Release Date: May 30, 2018
A point-and-click adventure game, in which we assume control of the eponymous Detective Gallo – an anthropomorphic bird that attempts to solve the mystery behind the murder of five exotic plants. During the game, we often solve puzzles and conduct conversations with neutral characters in order to shed new light on the case. When it comes to visuals, we are dealing with hand-drawn 2D graphics.
Detective Gallo is a classic point-and-click adventure game released by Adventure Productions. The PC version of the game was developed by Footprints Games, while MixedBag (the authors of Futuridium) is responsible for the console version.
The story of Detective Gallo is heavily inspired by noir detective stories; nevertheless, the game maintains a lighthearted attitude achieved thanks to a healthy dose of peculiar humour.
The game takes us on a journey to a noir town inhabited by anthropomorphic birds. The death of five exotic plants has led a local billionaire to offer a bounty to anyone that is able to solve the case. The case is picked up by a cynical Gallo, a detective and the protagonist of the story.
The action of Detective Gallo is seen from a side-scrolling perspective. Our task is to lead the investigation – a mission which requires you to go through fifteen locations in search of needed items, as well as engage in riddles. Moreover, Gallo has to conduct conversations with neutral characters in order to learn more about the subject at hand and push the story forward.
Interestingly enough, the protagonist often “breaks through the fourth wall” by directing his monologues at the player and making it known that he takes part in a video game.
The game sports hand-drawn 2D visuals inspired by popular Disney cartoons. The events on the screen are accompanied by a jazz soundtrack. It should be mentioned that Nintendo Switch and Play Station 4 versions make use of their respective touch controls.
Platforms:
PC Windows May 30, 2018
PlayStation 4 August 14, 2018
Apple iOS January 24, 2019
Nintendo Switch August 17, 2018
Developer: Footprints Games
Publisher: Mixed Bag
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System Requirements for Detective Gallo Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.0 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 9400 / 256 MB Radeon HD 3400 or better, 5 GB HDD, Windows 7.
Recommended System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.6 GHz, 3 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce 9400 GT / Radeon HD 4500 or better, 6 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10.
Game Ratings for Detective Gallo Video Game.
Worth Playing: 7.5 / 10 by Cody Medellin
In the end, Detective Gallo is a fun adventure game for those starting to get their feet wet in the genre. The environments are limited, but that also takes away the frustration of getting lost. The puzzles can be a little obtuse but not to the point of being nonsensical. The constant backtracking can be annoying at times, but that's all mitigated by the previously mentioned elements. It is a funny game, though, and humor always serves as a good gateway for those wanting to get into a new genre. It isn't the best the genre can offer, but it's good enough for those who aren't already entrenched in the genre's more difficult offerings.
Digital Chumps: 8 / 10 by Nathaniel Stevens
Overall, Detective Gallo is a great point and click game with little to dislike. It brings a solid story, some very likable and dislikable characters, and it does the point and click genre justice. The difficulty might be a bit too much for some, but the payoff is worth it.
Video Chums: 3 / 5 by A.J. Maciejewski
In the end, if you're looking for a modern take on classic games like Monkey Island, Sam & Max, or Broken Sword then Detective Gallo will certainly do the trick but it definitely doesn't bring many new and exciting elements to the table.
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