Serial Cleaner, the quirky crime-scene cleanup puzzler, is making a comeback! Remember the 2019 release? This time, it's heading back to mobile, but will it be a refined re-release or simply a modernized port? Time will tell.
The game plunges you into the gritty (yet goofy) 1970s, a decade seemingly defined by urban decay, stylish street gangs, airborne turkeys, and killer sharks (at least according to cinema). As Bob Leaner, your job is to expertly clean up mob crime scenes – disposing of bodies, wiping away blood, and erasing any evidence of mayhem – all while dodging the police.
Our 2019 review described the original Serial Cleaner as promising but unfinished. Now, developer Plug-In Digital is taking another shot, handling publishing duties for this mobile revival.
A Fresh Coat of Paint?
Pre-registration is open, with a February 11th, 2025 release date. However, the extent of the improvements remains unclear. Given the mixed reception of the original, a significant polish would be welcome, though that might be overly optimistic.
The core concept of Serial Cleaner is undeniably 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, check out our weekly top five new mobile games list for alternative options!
