Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle
- Platforms: Wii
- Developers: Marvelous Entertainment
- Publishers: Marvelous Interactive, Nobilis
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation (2007)
A thrilling mystery adventure with Detective Conan
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is a 2007 Japanese animated mystery film based on the popular Case Closed manga and anime series. The film follows Conan Edogawa, a brilliant young detective trapped in the body of a child, as he investigates a murder at the grand opening of the Mirapolis complex.
Plot
Kogoro Mori, a bumbling private detective, receives tickets to the grand opening of the Mirapolis complex, a new amusement park and shopping mall. He reluctantly takes along his daughter, Ran, his nephew, Conan, and the Detective Boys, a group of neighborhood children who are also skilled detectives.
At the opening speech, tensions run high as the Mirapolis staff begin to let their past with the owner, Hidetoshi Nakamori, get the better of themselves. Soon after, Conan and Ai Haibara, another child detective, discover the body of a woman named Reiko Kujo by the Mirapolis pool.
Conan and Ai quickly realize that Reiko’s death was not an accident, and they begin to investigate the murder. They are soon joined by Heiji Hattori, a teenage detective from Osaka, who has also come to investigate the case.
The investigation leads Conan and his friends through the various attractions of Mirapolis, including a roller coaster, a Ferris wheel, and a haunted house. They interview the Mirapolis staff and guests, and they uncover a web of secrets and grudges.
As Conan gets closer to the truth, he realizes that the murder is more complicated than it seems. The killer is not who they initially suspected, and they have a sinister motive for killing Reiko.
Characters
- Conan Edogawa: A brilliant young detective trapped in the body of a child.
- Ran Mori: Conan’s childhood friend and love interest.
- Kogoro Mori: Ran’s father, a bumbling private detective.
- Ai Haibara: Another child detective who is also trapped in a child’s body.
- Heiji Hattori: A teenage detective from Osaka who is Conan’s rival and friend.
- Hidetoshi Nakamori: The owner of Mirapolis and the main suspect in the murder.
Gameplay
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is a point-and-click adventure game. The player controls Conan as he investigates the murder at Mirapolis. The player can examine objects, talk to characters, and solve puzzles.
The game features a variety of puzzles, including logic puzzles, riddles, and mazes. The player must use their wits and detective skills to solve the puzzles and progress through the game.
Reception
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging story, challenging puzzles, and charming characters. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is considered one of the best Case Closed games. The game has been praised for its faithful adaptation of the manga and anime series, and for its engaging and challenging gameplay.
The game has also been credited with helping to popularize the Case Closed franchise in the West. The game was released in English in 2008, and it has since been ported to several other platforms.
Conclusion
Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is a thrilling mystery adventure game that will appeal to fans of the Case Closed series and to fans of mystery games in general. The game features a well-crafted story, challenging puzzles, and charming characters. If you are looking for a fun and engaging mystery game to play, then Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is definitely worth checking out.
Review Score
8/10
