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Best Served Cold is an interactive mystery adventure set in an alternate 1920s Europe. You are the bartender at The Nightcap, a speakeasy teeming with secrets, conspiracies, and a cast of patrons with hidden agendas. Your role goes beyond mixing drinks: you must listen carefully, ask the right questions, and piece together the threads of a larger story unfolding around you. Every cocktail served can reveal can unlock clues to the mysteries swirling in the city.
The game features a rich roster of over 20 unique characters, each with their own personalities, motives, and secrets. From high-society socialites to undercover law enforcement, every guest interaction matters, and your choices shape how the story unfolds. Across five intricate cases, you'll navigate political unrest, labour strikes, and the looming threat of war while keeping your speakeasy a haven of intrigue and conversation.
Best Served Cold combines the charm of interactive fiction with the suspense of detective work. The hand-drawn visuals bring the city of Bukovie to life, balancing glamour and grit in a way that pulls you into every scene. Your listening skills, empathy, and strategic choices are just as important as your bartending prowess. Whether you charm, interrogate, or subtly manipulate your guests, every action has consequences that ripple through the narrative.
This game is perfect for players who enjoy story-driven experiences where observation and decision-making are key. Take your time, pay attention to what’s said, and experiment with different approaches to unlock the full depth of each case. With immersive storytelling and atmospheric visuals, Best Served Cold is a captivating blend of mystery, strategy, and social interaction that rewards curiosity and careful thinking.