The Award-winning detective saga returns. Uncover the truth behind 15 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not.
289 Players in Game
3 382 All-Time Peak
90,12 Rating
Steam Charts
289 Players in Game
3 382 All-Time Peak
90,12 Rating
At the moment, The Rise of the Golden Idol has 289 players actively in-game. This is 86.44% lower than its all-time peak of 2 278.
The Rise of the Golden Idol Player Count
The Rise of the Golden Idol monthly active players. This table represents the average number of players engaging with the game each month, providing insights into its ongoing popularity and player activity trends.
| Month |
Average Players |
Change |
| 2025-07 |
145 |
+96.36% |
| 2025-06 |
73 |
-47.29% |
| 2025-05 |
140 |
+122.71% |
| 2025-04 |
62 |
-63.24% |
| 2025-03 |
171 |
+89.25% |
| 2025-02 |
90 |
-40% |
| 2025-01 |
150 |
-46.05% |
| 2024-12 |
279 |
-68.8% |
| 2024-11 |
896 |
0% |
3 003 Total Reviews
2 825 Positive Reviews
178 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
The Rise of the Golden Idol has garnered a total of 3 003 reviews, with 2 825 positive reviews and 178 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for The Rise of the Golden Idol over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
771 minutes
I literally just finished this game. My head is reeling.
It's so much better than the first game (even though I prefer the pixel art.)
I'm going to play again in a couple of days to see everything line up.
Empathy will prevail!
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1243 minutes
A vast improvement on the variety of puzzles and scenarios of the first game. There's a lot lower stakes on a lot of them like just figuring out who won a competition but the elements of shady coverups, New Age movements, secret experimentation, and government/corpo espionage plays well into the vibes of Golden Idol where secret societies and cults played into the old one. Some real headscratchers here too, I found myself double and triple-checking every level to get the final puzzle done. Really intriguing puzzles with lots of cool mechanics-solving moments and "aha!" moments that led to a pretty solid narrative.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
884 minutes
While I have not played the DLC I think overall this game is less enjoyable than the first one. It starts off really strong and you get invested into the story but the further along you go it gets more convoluted and sours the experience. It's also missing some of the charm from the first one. This is still a really good mystery game but while the first game was a masterpiece this one just doesn't reach the same highs. There are a few amazing levels though.
Overall if the first game didn't exist then this would be top tier but comparing the two this was just has many more shortcomings. Ill probably play the dlc after they all come out.
7.2/10
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
2089 minutes
Truly ground breaking series in it's genre!
I've played through all games and DLCs and I couldn't recommend the series highly enough. Each scenario is really well planned and balanced in terms of difficulty so it's always really fun - and the through-line story is tight, captivating and clever.
This is the sort of series that a particular type of gamer will be immediately drawn to (puzzle heavy, wry humour, mystery lovers, someone who wants to replay Obra Dinn) - but I'd encourage those who aren't usually into this type of game to give it a crack. You can tell that this game and the entire series is a true labour of love. The investment that the developers had in the story and the game is palpable - and every instalment is more ambitious and cleverer than the next.
Give it a try you won't be disappointed!
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
976 minutes
Rise of the Golden Idol felt like a PG13-fied version of Case of the Golden Idol, especially in the writing to my immense disappointment. You would think setting the game far in the future would have grander delusions for a finale than just [spoiler] a bloody Superbowl ad.[/spoiler]
Gone are the conspiracies, betrayals, murders and tension in the first game, replaced by "plot-moving" decisions of characters like Nathan.
The puzzle varieties have increased but there were more cases that's dull, in both puzzles and narrative relevance. Especially [spoiler]the part where Tim writes about committing adultery in his damned schedule. Smart.[/spoiler]
I would get it if you really like Case and are willing to get maybe 60% max of that enjoyment from this game.
👍 : 17 |
😃 : 0
Negative
Playtime:
993 minutes
these puzzles are absolutely amazing. every single one of these was fun to figure out. the best thing is the variety, there are so many different things you have to think about and analyze, deciphering codes, determining who is lying, finding the names of BIRDS. what order did the auction go in and who bought what? who activated the idol and how? why is there an empty house with cryptic messages on the phone? there is mystery in each case that drives me to solve EVERYTHING.
i couldn't understand much that was happening in the story (unlike golden idol 1) because there were so many moving pieces, but i don't care, the puzzles are just that GOOD.
👍 : 4 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
750 minutes
The first game was amazing and this outdoes it in every way. There is loads of content with amazing art style and music. Puzzles are tuned very well although a few are a little obtuse. Can’t go wrong with this one.
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1931 minutes
This game definitely has the best and perfectly logical plot twists. This is the second game in the series and I feel it's getting too easy. The DLCs are harder and more fun to play so make sure you buy the season pass. I just played The Roottrees Are Dead (which is also a very good puzzle game), personally I think Golden Idol is more fun as you not only read text but use everything in the scene to solve your case
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
5690 minutes
This game is so good that I sincerely wish I could induce selective amnesia to play it new again.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
606 minutes
Good Sequel for everyone who played the first one.
For everyone else: Go and play the first one. It's better in every in every way.
The visual style is better. The puzzles are better, The interface is better.
And the story is better. While that sounds negative, it's only because the first part set
the bar impossibly high.
👍 : 32 |
😃 : 0
Positive
The Rise of the Golden Idol Steam Achievements
The Rise of the Golden Idol offers players a rich tapestry of challenges, with a total of 25 achievements to unlock. These achievements span a variety of in-game activities, encouraging exploration, skill development, and strategic mastery. Unlocking these achievements provides not only a rewarding experience but also a deeper engagement with the game's content.
Constriction
Solve the Constriction scenario
Academic Impact
Solve the Academic Impact scenario
Under Construction
Solve the Under Construction scenario
News Flash
Solve the News Flash scenario
Garden Retreat
Solve the Garden Retreat scenario
Behind Bars
Solve the Behind Bars scenario
Blockbuster Release
Solve the Blockbuster Release scenario
Going Once
Solve the Going Once scenario
Ignition
Solve the Ignition scenario
Protest Movement
Solve the Protest Movement scenario
The Procedure
Solve the The Procedure scenario
Feathered Frenzy
Solve the Feathered Frenzy scenario
Backstage Drama
Solve the Backstage Drama scenario
Speildance
Solve the Speildance scenario
Complex
Solve the Complex scenario
Beach Trip
Solve the Beach Trip scenario
Boardroom Brawl
Solve the Boardroom Brawl scenario
Ancient Artifacts
Solve the Ancient Artifacts scenario
Steelside Warehouse
Solve the Steelside Warehouse scenario
Final Clash
Solve the Final Clash scenario
The Curse
Complete the Curse chapter
The Pursuit
Complete the Pursuit chapter
The Machine
Complete the Machine chapter
The Trials
Complete the Trials chapter
The Pinnacle
Complete the Pinnacle chapter
The Rise of the Golden Idol Minimum PC System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 1.7 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4600
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
The Rise of the Golden Idol Recommended PC System Requirements
Recommended:- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4200M @ 2.5GHz (4 CPUs)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
The Rise of the Golden Idol has specific system requirements to ensure smooth gameplay. The minimum settings provide basic performance, while the recommended settings are designed to deliver the best gaming experience. Check the detailed requirements to ensure your system is compatible before making a purchase.
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The Rise of the Golden Idol Latest News & Patches
This game has received a total of 2 updates to date, ensuring continuous improvements and added features to enhance player experience. These updates address a range of issues from bug fixes and gameplay enhancements to new content additions, demonstrating the developer's commitment to the game's longevity and player satisfaction.
Patch 1.1.0
Date: 2024-12-02 13:31:04
👍 : 198 |
👎 : 2
Patch 1.2.0: Localization update and some quality-of-life improvements
Date: 2024-12-19 10:53:31
👍 : 164 |
👎 : 0
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