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Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon

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Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon

Access Software · Jun 12, 2014

Enter the virtual world of Under A Killing Moon, where it is December 2042, and you, as Tex Murphy, must stop the forces of evil before they destroy mankind and rob you of your next unemployment check. This thrilling and hilarious adventure is unlike anything you've seen before.

Adventure FMV Noir Point & Click Detective
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Enter the virtual world of Under A Killing Moon, where it is December 2042, and you, as Tex Murphy, must stop the forces of evil before they destroy mankind and rob you of your next unemployment check. This thrilling and hilarious adventure is unlike anything you've seen before.

The graphics quality, the fascinating, believable characters, and complete freedom of movement will make you feel like you've actually walked through the screen and become the main character in a rich, intriguing mystery movie.

Access Software's Under A Killing Moon features:
  • Four CDs of unparalleled graphics and sound.
  • Full freedom of movement, explore where, when and what you want!
  • Be part of an exciting comedy thriller!
  • Top-notch Hollywood talent.
  • Extensive built-in hints.
  • An interface that makes interaction intuitive and simple.
  • Full fidelity 16 bit 22Khz sound.

Starring Brian Keith, Margot Kidder, and Russell Means. Features the voice of James Earl Jones.

Almost 2.4 gigabytes! Simply the biggest and best entertainment CD product ever produced!
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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7
  • Processor: 1.0 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS *: Windows 7
  • Processor: 1.5 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
  • Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound

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Minimum:
  • OS: OS X Leopard 10.7
  • Processor: 1.0 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card or onboard graphics compatible with OpenGL
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: 100% CoreAudio compatible card or onboard sound

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: OS X Leopard 10.7 or newer
  • Processor: 1.5 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card or onboard graphics compatible with OpenGL
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
  • Sound Card: 100% CoreAudio compatible card or onboard sound

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
  • Processor: 1.0 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 100% OpenGL accelerated card or onboard graphics
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Any ALSA supported card on onboard audio

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
  • Processor: 1.5 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 100% OpenGL accelerated card or onboard graphics
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Any ALSA supported card on onboard audio
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Nightdive Studios, Atari
Brazilian rating
10
Steam Germany rating
6
Features
Single-player, Family Sharing
Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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Input
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Structured language support (1)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesYesYes

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Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 45th percentile. Priced as Market at $9.99.

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Player Count Top 72%
Value Ratio Top 55%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon worth buying right now?
Wait — $9.99. Not the best time to buy. Price could improve with future sales.
When does Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon go on sale?
Not the best time to buy. Price could improve with future sales.
Is Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon free to play?
Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon costs $9.99 on Steam.
What genre is Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon?
Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon is a Adventure game.
Who developed Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon?
Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon was developed by Access Software and published by Nightdive Studios.
What platforms does Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.

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