L.A. Noire

L.A. Noire is a detective game set in 1947 Los Angeles where players control Cole Phelps to solve murder mysteries. With the mix of investigation with action sequences, the game has 21 cases and an overarching story. Phelps advances through police ranks, gaining new partners and locations. There are long cinematic scenes and character development. Although players can explore freely, they cannot attack civilians or use guns randomly. Each case has limited venues and must be solved before progress can occur. Optional side investigations are available through dispatch calls. Players search for clues at crime scenes and interrogate suspects. The game uses MotionScan technology to scan facial animations fully. Players must interpret facial expressions and respond during interrogations. If the investigation stalls, the case may need to be replayed. However, players have many chances to correct mistakes and try new approaches.