Chronicles of Crime: 1400
- Designer David Cicurel , Wojciech Grajkowski
- Publisher Lucky Duck Games , 999 Games , Broadway Toys LTD , Corax Games , Gameology (Gameology Romania)
- Illustration Barbara Gołębiewska , Mateusz Komada , Katarzyna Kosobucka , Mateusz Michalski
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You play as Abelard Lavel, a knight in 1400 Paris with prophetic dreams that help solve crimes. The game combines classic investigations with Vision Cards showing scenes from past or future. Family members and a dog assist your investigation. The scenarios unfold a medieval mystery requiring teamwork and careful observation.
Who Is This Game For?
The game targets experienced players who enjoy cooperative adventure and deduction games with about 90 minutes playtime. Suitable from age 12 and includes a solo mode. Some familiarity with storytelling and deduction games helps to grasp the mechanics better.
How It Works
Chronicles of Crime: 1400 uses cooperative gameplay and storytelling to solve crimes together. Players gather clues, interview witnesses, and use new Vision Cards for additional hints from past or future scenes. The campaign structure guides through missions while family members provide unique abilities. The app is mandatory for this digital hybrid experience.
What Makes It Special
Designed by David Cicurel and Wojciech Grajkowski, part of the Chronicles of Crime Millennium series. Nominated for Golden Geek Best Cooperative Game 2020 and Gra Roku Best Thematic Game 2021. It blends classic deduction with innovative Vision Cards set in a medieval world for immersive storytelling.
Awards
2020
- 2021 Gra Roku Best Thematic Game — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative investigation with storytelling elements
- Vision Cards add new deduction layers
- Digital hybrid with app support for immersion
- Includes solo mode
Contra
- App required limits offline play
- Requires learning story and campaign mechanics
- 90 minutes playtime may be long for casual players
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in medieval Paris around 1400, amidst political and social tensions. Players explore a historically inspired world with landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral, diving deep into late medieval society and intrigue.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the app and Vision Cards, and use family members' abilities strategically during investigations.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Chronicles of Crime: 1400 includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes plus a few minutes for app setup.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at experienced players; basic knowledge of cooperative and deduction games helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of classic deduction and Vision Cards with app support makes it unique in the Millennium series.
Is this suitable for families?
Suitable from age 12 but more for experienced players due to complex story and mechanics.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of cooperative gameplay, storytelling, scenario-based campaigns, and digital Vision Cards.
Fazit
Chronicles of Crime: 1400 expands the original with new mechanics and strong setting. Recommended for players who enjoy cooperative deduction games with digital support and complex narratives.
