Serial Cleaner, the fiendishly fun crime-scene cleanup puzzler from 2019, is making a comeback! But will this be a refined re-release, or simply a modernized port? Only time will tell.
The game plunges you into the gritty, yet cartoonish, underworld of the 1970s. Think urban decay, stylish gangs, and a healthy dose of absurd violence (killer sharks, anyone?). You play as Bob Leaner, a professional crime-scene cleaner tasked with the delicate art of disposing of bodies, erasing bloodstains, and generally concealing evidence of mob activities – all while dodging the long arm of the law.
Remember our 2019 review? The consensus was that Serial Cleaner showed promise but felt somewhat incomplete. Developer Plug-In Digital is now self-publishing, bringing this puzzle-action title back to mobile platforms.
A groovy return
Pre-registration is open, with a February 11th, 2025 release date. While the extent of the improvements remains unclear, a polished update would be a welcome change. However, given the time elapsed since the original launch, significant enhancements might be unrealistic.
The core concept remains captivating, but a simple mobile re-release dampens the excitement slightly. Nevertheless, Android users who missed out, or those experiencing compatibility issues with older iOS versions, might consider this an early gift. For everyone else, our weekly top five new mobile games list offers plenty of alternatives!
