Golden Idol's Rise: Lemurian Phoenix Arrives This Month

With its captivating blend of cursed treasure and ancient civilizations intertwined with modern mysteries and murders, it's no wonder that Rise of the Golden Idol, the sequel to the original Case of the Golden Idol, has captured the hearts of gamers everywhere. The excitement continues to build as the game's second—and largest to date—DLC, Rise of the Lemurian Phoenix, is slated for release on May 13th!

For those unfamiliar, Rise of the Golden Idol revolutionizes the murder mystery, point-and-click adventure genre. Players dive into scenes, piecing together keywords to unravel the who, what, and why behind each case. It's never straightforward, though; the game masterfully mixes human motives with ancient technology, keeping players on their toes. One thing's for sure: expect grisly murders and complex mysteries where anyone could be the culprit.

ShinyWhile developer Color Gray Games remains tight-lipped about the specifics of The Lemurian Phoenix, they've teased fans with a cryptogram revealing the titles of the five expansive chapters this DLC will introduce. Eager players can anticipate diving into Eternity's End, Ascension, Royal Blood, Revelation, and A Blaze of Glory.

These chapter titles hint at themes of religious zeal, charismatic leaders, and intense power struggles. To discover how these elements weave together, you'll have to experience it firsthand when The Lemurian Phoenix becomes available on May 13th. It's free for Detective Pass holders and those playing through Netflix Games.

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