PataNoir
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About PataNoir
PataNoir is a text adventure about a hard-boiled private investigator searching for the Baron's missing daughter. You type commands to perform actions and solve problems by manipulating the metaphors the protagonist uses to understand his world.
Solve the mystery
The game draws on classic hard-boiled detective stories, following an interactive noir mystery for you to experience and solve. Its central mechanic turns the protagonist’s similes and metaphors into tools for investigating the case.
Presentation
PataNoir uses a simulated book interface and includes atmospheric illustrations by Lauri Ahonen and Tom Siddell, as well as an original theme song by postmodern rock musician William Steffey.
Frequently asked questions
The best price for PataNoir is $9.73 at Steam. It is the only shop with an offer that activates in your country.
The minimum requirements for PataNoir are: Windows 7, 100 MB storage. It runs on Windows only. The recommended specs are in the System requirements section.
No. PataNoir is a single-player game.
Yes. PataNoir is the full base game. You need nothing else to play it.
Steam lets publishers create keys to sell in other shops. Once you activate a key, the game is yours to keep, just like a store purchase.
Disclaimer: CD keys have an inherent 1–2% average failure rate. Check the shop terms for buyer protection info. Steam offers no buyer protection for keys bought in other shops and doesn't refund them.











