Skip to main content

CaseCracker2

71%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, music
story
100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Platforms

PCPCWindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
Buy Nowfrom $11.99
Buy NowGet on Steam$11.99

About

"CaseCracker 2" is a text-based detective puzzle game, serving as the sequel to "CaseCracker" but can also be played independently. As an invited tester, you'll examine clues, perform tasks like surveillance and decryption, and piece together the case's narrative to solve it. The game offers an immersive experience in uncovering threads and plots, followed by a system-generated question to answer for closure.

Genres & Tags
Play Modes
CaseCracker2 screenshot
CaseCracker2 screenshot
CaseCracker2 screenshot
CaseCracker2 screenshot
CaseCracker2 screenshot

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
atmosphere1 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • CaseCracker2 offers significant UI and quality-of-life improvements over its predecessor, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
  • The game features engaging puzzles and a compelling narrative that keeps players invested in solving the mysteries.
  • It has a catchy soundtrack and a well-designed interface that immerses players in the detective experience.
  • There are issues with inconsistent clue searches and some ambiguity in the hints provided, which can lead to confusion.
  • The English dubbing is often criticized for being poor and difficult to understand, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Minor localization errors and typos are present, which can disrupt the flow of the game.
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story features a unique approach to engaging with murder mystery cases, drawing comparisons to keyword searches in "Her Story," but with greater depth. However, some minor plot points and references may be uncomfortable for players, extending beyond the typical themes of a murder mystery.

    • “There are a couple of minor plot points and references that are uncomfortable for reasons outside of this being a murder mystery.”
    • “It provided a novel way of interacting with murder mystery cases, somewhat reminiscent of the keyword searches in 'Her Story', but much more involved.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by a well-curated, catchy soundtrack sourced from creative commons, which effectively immerses players in the experience. The overall interface also contributes positively to this engaging ambiance.

    • “The surprisingly catchy soundtrack, assembled from Creative Commons, features well-chosen tracks that enhance the atmosphere and immerse players in the experience.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a surprisingly catchy soundtrack, curated from creative commons, which effectively enhances the atmosphere and immersion. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful selection of tracks that contribute to the overall experience.

    • “The surprisingly catchy soundtrack, assembled from Creative Commons, features well-chosen tracks that enhance the atmosphere and immersion in the game.”

Buy CaseCracker2

Videos

Games Like CaseCracker2

Cyber Manhunt Image
83%717reviews

Cyber Manhunt

2021Role Playing
PCPCWindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
Mainlining Image
73%456reviews

Mainlining

2017Casual Simulation
PCPCWindowsWindowsNintendo SwitchNintendo Switch

Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane

0%1.7kreviews

Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane

2023Casual Puzzle
PCPCWindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
GREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure ImageGREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure ImageGREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure Image
91%190reviews

GREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure

2020Simulation
WindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator Image
94%354reviews

Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator

2025Role Playing
PCPCWindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
Murders on the Yangtze River Image
98%1.1kreviews

Murders on the Yangtze River

2024Role Playing
PCPCWindowsWindowsMac OSMac OS
Quern: Undying Thoughts Image
91%2.4kreviews

Quern: Undying Thoughts

2016Puzzle
PCPCXboxXboxPlaystation 5Playstation 5+5
The Rise of the Golden Idol Image
88%3.1kreviews

The Rise of the Golden Idol

2024Puzzle
PCPCAndroidAndroidiPhoneiPhone+14
The Uncertain: Light At The End Image
53%371reviews

The Uncertain: Light At The End

2020Simulation
PCPCWindowsWindows
The Painscreek Killings Image
89%2.6kreviews

The Painscreek Killings

2017Simulation
PCPCWindowsWindows