Step into a world of intrigue and high-stakes larceny in The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief, a cinematic crime adventure from the creators of The Book of Unwritten Tales. Blending the tension of a heist story with the classic "whodunit" mechanics of an Agatha Christie novel, this title offers a deep, narrative-driven experience that pulls players into a web of deception spanning several years and iconic European locales.

A Multi-Chapter Mystery Across Europe

Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the story unfolds across three distinct chapters: "The Eye of the Sphinx," "Ancestry of Lies," and "A Murder of Ravens." The narrative begins in Paris, where the legendary gentleman thief known as The Raven has long evaded capture. The peace is shattered when a young investigator, Nicolas Legrand, fatally wounds a man believed to be the master thief.

However, years later in London, the theft of an ancient ruby—one of the legendary "Eyes of the Sphinx"—leaves behind a single, chilling clue: a raven feather. As investigators wonder if a successor has risen, the focus shifts to Switzerland, where Constable Anton Jakob Zellner finds himself caught in a much larger conspiracy. Whether navigating the luxurious corridors of the Orient Express or investigating crime scenes in Zurich, players must piece together fragments of a truth that connects these seemingly disparate events.

Gameplay Mechanics and Features

As a point-and-click adventure, The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief emphasizes investigation, character interaction, and environmental examination. Players take control of Constable Zellner, navigating through beautifully rendered real-time 3D environments in full HD.

  • Cinematic Presentation: The game utilizes hundreds of camera angles and dozens of cutscenes to create a high-production, atmospheric experience.
    • Detailed Investigation: Examine objects, collect clues, and interact with a diverse cast of NPCs—from twitchy museum professors to accomplished fiction writers—to uncover hidden motives.
  • Adaptive Difficulty: To accommodate all players, the game features a notebook and help function for newcomers, while offering optional puzzles and a scoring system for adventure game veterans.
  • Rich Audio-Visual Experience: Boasting high-quality voice acting and a well-crafted musical score, the production quality aims to immerse players in its mid-century setting.

Who Is This Game For?

This title is a must-play for fans of classic mystery literature and detective fiction. If you enjoy the "puzzle-solving" aspect of traditional adventure games or the deductive reasoning found in titles like Sherlock Holmes, you will find much to admire here. While the gameplay requires patience—particularly when navigating character movement through crowded scenes—the reward lies in the intricate plot twists and the satisfaction of solving a complex crime.

Platform Availability

The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief is available on PC, PS3, and Xbox 360.