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Golden Idol Rises 300 Years Later in Netflix Prequel

Author:Kristen Update:Feb 11,2025

Golden Idol Rises 300 Years Later in Netflix Prequel

The Golden Idol Returns: Netflix Releases "The Rise of the Golden Idol"

The iconic Golden Idol from the 18th century is back, but this time, it's the 1970s! Netflix has unexpectedly released "The Rise of the Golden Idol," a sequel to "The Case of the Golden Idol," transporting players to a groovy era of bell-bottoms, disco, and nascent fax machine technology.

What's the Story?

Three centuries after the original Cloudsley family saga, the Golden Idol's legend persists as whispers and myths. A diverse group – relic hunters, cultists, and scientists – seeks its rediscovery, leading to a series of bizarre events. As the investigator, you'll unravel 20 cases ranging from unsettling to supernatural, encountering a colorful cast of suspects, from suspicious prisoners to eccentric TV personalities and secretive corporate figures.

Gameplay and Availability

Developed by Color Gray Games and Playstack, and published by Netflix, "The Rise of the Golden Idol" is available for free on Android to Netflix subscribers via the Google Play Store. Prepare for a captivating adventure filled with crime scenes, cryptic clues, and a host of intriguing characters.