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A Case of Fraud

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98% User Score Based on 266 reviews

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A Case of Fraud is a single player action game. It was developed by Hesperus Games and was released on November 10, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A Case of Fraud is a non-linear detective adventure where you solve the disappearance of a CEO by meticulously analyzing documents and uncovering hidden connections. With no new clues to find, your success depends on careful reading and cross-referencing to reveal the truth behind a startup's mysterious crisis. Every detail holds a key to exposing the fraud.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 266 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Engaging deduction gameplay that challenges players to piece together clues and relationships, reminiscent of The Roottrees Are Dead.
  • Cute art style and humorous writing, with a fun twist of including pets in the investigation.
  • Short and satisfying experience, making it accessible for casual gamers while still providing a rewarding challenge.
  • The game is quite short, typically taking only 2-4 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
  • Some players found the final deduction to be too obvious or lacking in depth compared to other games in the genre.
  • The game lacks the complexity and exploration elements found in similar titles, as all evidence is provided upfront without the need for searching.
  • gameplay
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is heavily inspired by "The Roottrees Are Dead," featuring similar mechanics such as point-and-click exploration, document analysis, and deduction-based puzzles, but with a more streamlined and simplified approach. Players engage in filling out an organizational chart while uncovering a corporate mystery, which encourages genuine investigative thinking. While some reviewers noted the game’s shorter length and lack of originality, many found it to be an enjoyable and engaging experience, particularly for fans of the original game.

    • “I actually quite liked this streamlining of gameplay.”
    • “Excellent deduction detective puzzler, very similar gameplay to the Roottrees Are Dead, so if you loved that, you'll definitely love this.”
    • “It delivers a tightly constructed, intellectually satisfying puzzle box that demonstrates how compelling deduction-based gameplay can be when executed with confidence and restraint.”
    • “If one has played 'The Roottrees Are Dead', this game is a significantly lighter, shorter, and less complex version (partly due to the lack of keyword search mechanics) of that game.”
    • “My main complaints are the length (even though the price is reasonable), but mostly that it takes way too much from 'The Roottrees Are Dead' without giving proper credit on the Steam page for copying most of its game mechanics.”
    • “The mechanics don’t really fit with the mystery.”
  • story
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally well-received for its engaging premise centered around corporate intrigue and a murder mystery, with elements of humor and satire that add to its charm. However, many reviewers noted a lack of depth and character development, with some feeling that the narrative could have better utilized its unique themes, such as animal communication. While the pacing and chunked information delivery were praised, the conclusion was often described as anticlimactic, leaving some players wanting more from the overall narrative experience.

    • “Wonderful detective story and it was a lot of fun gleaning meaningful conclusions from the variety of documents.”
    • “The storytelling is great, and it really challenges your deduction (and puzzle solving!) skills!”
    • “The story is sprinkled with corporate infighting, extramarital affairs, and of course murder.”
    • “It doesn't do anything to the story, nor to solving the mystery.”
    • “Filling out the organizational chart was somewhat fun, but the ending just felt super anticlimactic and seemingly ignores a lot of the story setup.”
    • “Those who enjoy narrative-heavy detective adventures or games with branching storylines may find it lacking in emotional depth or character development.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is primarily composed of stock tracks, which, while not original, effectively complements the gameplay by encouraging focus during reading and note-taking. However, the soundtrack is criticized for its lack of variety and proper looping, leading to a perception of low production quality. Overall, it evokes a noir atmosphere reminiscent of similar titles, but its reliance on borrowed music and short duration detracts from its uniqueness.

    • “The soundtrack encourages focus but isn't bland.”
    • “Even the music has the same immersive noir vibe.”
    • “The music used gives it that great detective noir touch (plus, cats!!!!!!!)”
    • “It's a comparatively weak entry in the genre since it's short (<3h), the main mystery is hardly mysterious and so there's little payoff for completing the game, and production values are very low (consisting of purely static images plus free music).”
    • “The music is all stock music, which is fine since you'll be reading and taking notes the whole time anyways.”
    • “It's a very shallow clone of 'the roottrees are dead', even down to copying the jazzy background music.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the charming art style and its ability to enhance the puzzle experience, while others find the plain design and traced-over photos less appealing. Despite these criticisms, many agree that the art direction effectively minimizes distractions, allowing players to focus on the gameplay. Overall, the visuals are seen as a complement to the engaging mechanics rather than the main highlight.

    • “Great art style, a fun story, and clever puzzles.”
    • “Fun having to work out all the staff members and their animals, lovely artwork and enjoyed the puzzles.”
    • “The art direction, graphic design, and UI leave a little to be desired, but the actual puzzle core is quite well thought-out and fun.”
    • “There is only one thing I don't particularly like about this game, and that's the art style consisting of traced-over photos.”
    • “The plain art style didn't speak to me at first, but once I started playing, that didn't matter because I was immediately sucked into a delightful treasure trove of evidence-poring-over and blank-filling-in.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is widely praised for its charming writing and clever satire, eliciting genuine laughter from players. Highlights include hilarious dating profiles, witty comments, and amusing references that enhance the overall experience, making it a delightful blend of humor and engaging gameplay.

    • “I found the game's writing and humor genuinely charming, with multiple laughs from me.”
    • “I thought the dating profile and the comments on it were hilarious.”
    • “A great deduction game with lots of humor and cute pets sprinkled throughout.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while it provides a fun detective experience and a sense of accomplishment, players feel it lacks depth in character development and emotional engagement, particularly in relation to the narrative and mystery elements. Overall, it offers enjoyment but may leave some players wanting more emotional resonance.

    • “Pretty fun game to sink a few hours into, and it made me feel like a detective.”
    • “It made me feel very smart, which is not easy.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the game features a narrative-driven approach, it may fall short in providing emotional depth and meaningful character development, particularly for fans of detective adventures and branching storylines.

    • “Those who enjoy narrative-heavy detective adventures or games with branching storylines may find it lacking in emotional depth or character development.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional and their arcs are predictable, making it hard to invest in their journeys.”
    • “There is a noticeable absence of meaningful choices that affect character growth, leaving the development feeling superficial.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for its very limited replayability, with some users suggesting that it may be worth waiting for a discount before purchasing due to the short playtime and lack of incentives to replay.

    • “I still appreciate its existence and will recommend it with the advice to maybe wait for a discount before you get it, due to the playtime and very limited replayability.”
    • “No replayability.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by a serene and minimalist design, complemented by subtle audio elements that foster an environment of analytical focus, steering clear of tension or drama.

    • “This simplicity, paired with a calm presentation and quiet audio design, creates an atmosphere of analytical focus rather than tension or drama.”
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A Case of Fraud is a action game.

A Case of Fraud is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing A Case of Fraud.

A Case of Fraud was released on November 10, 2025.

A Case of Fraud was developed by Hesperus Games.

A Case of Fraud has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

A Case of Fraud is a single player game.

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