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Detective: Rainy Night

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75%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
75% User Score Based on 52 reviews

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About Detective: Rainy Night

Detective: Rainy Night is a single player simulation game with horror, fantasy, mystery, thriller and others themes. It was developed by k148 Game Studio and was released on December 4, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Detective Rainy Night is a psychological horror narrative adventure with elements of deduction. Violent crimes, mature stories, and a touch of horror await you at the Motel Holiday. Grab a pencil and paper because solving this case won’t be easy.

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75%Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
story13 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • Strong atmospheric and moody presentation with a rainy noir setting that enhances immersion.
  • Engaging character-driven story with psychological tension and evolving interactions.
  • Short and focused narrative, making it a concise experience suitable for players looking for a quick mystery adventure.
  • Lack of meaningful detective gameplay or puzzle-solving; investigation feels linear and hand-held with forced correct answers.
  • Frequent bugs and technical issues, notably a persistent cursor bug when opening the notebook and occasional crashes.
  • Dialogue is often repetitive, unnatural, or robotic, with occasional weird political discussions that disrupt the narrative flow.

  • story

    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 59% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The story receives mixed feedback, praised for its atmospheric and character-driven narrative with an intriguing supernatural murder mystery, but criticized for a lack of depth, emotional impact, and investigative engagement. While some find it enjoyable and well-presented, others see it as surface-level, overly dialogue-heavy, and disjointed, limiting player agency and puzzle-solving. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a mood-focused, narrative experience rather than a complex detective game.

    • “Detective – Rainy Night, developed by k148 game studio and published by Jandusoft, is a narrative-focused mystery adventure that leans heavily into atmosphere, psychological tension, and character-driven storytelling.”
    • “Ultimately, Detective – Rainy Night succeeds as a moody, character-driven mystery that prioritizes atmosphere and storytelling over mechanical experimentation.”
    • “Honestly one of the best story-driven indie horror games I have ever played.”
    • “This is more walking novel than game and with a disjointed story that rambles into talk on gender and masculinity and race, it's not a very good one.”
    • “The experience often feels more like being guided step by step through the story rather than truly investigating anything yourself.”
    • “Because of that, the story never really has time to properly develop, and it ends up feeling a little surface level.”

  • gameplay

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    19% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Detective – Rainy Night is straightforward and dialogue-driven, focusing on storytelling and atmosphere rather than complex mechanics or deep investigative systems. While it delivers a cohesive, moody narrative experience, some players find it overly linear, with excessive dialogue and limited interactive depth, and bugs occasionally disrupt the flow. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a character-driven mystery but may disappoint those expecting more engaging gameplay.

    • “It does what it sets out to, it tells a story, and it doesn't let the gameplay get in the way of said story.”
    • “Rather than building its identity around complex mechanics or open-ended systems, Detective – Rainy Night focuses on dialogue, observation, and gradual revelation.”
    • “In terms of gameplay depth, Detective – Rainy Night adopts a guided approach.”
    • “Another thing that stood out was the lack of actual gameplay.”
    • “Currently there are some annoying bugs which are destroying a fluent gameplay.”
    • “It's basically linear gameplay with a quiz at the end.”

  • atmosphere

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 39% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, effectively creating a moody, rainy noir setting that builds psychological tension and supports its narrative-driven mystery. While the art and characters may lack emotional depth and freedom for engagement, the oppressive, suspenseful ambiance succeeds in immersing players seeking a short, atmospheric investigative experience.

    • “Detective – Rainy Night, developed by k148 Game Studio and published by Jandusoft, is a narrative-focused mystery adventure that leans heavily into atmosphere, psychological tension, and character-driven storytelling.”
    • “Ultimately, Detective – Rainy Night succeeds as a moody, character-driven mystery that prioritizes atmosphere and storytelling over mechanical experimentation.”
    • “I liked the atmosphere throughout, the mystery of who and what was causing this nightmare.”
    • “In a game that relies heavily on story and atmosphere, that lack of emotion makes the characters and events feel less impactful than they probably should.”
    • “It feels like it wanted to create that tense investigative atmosphere but never quite gave the player the freedom to engage with it.”
    • “If you can grab it at a steep discount and you’re just looking for a short, quick playthrough with a moody rainy atmosphere, it might still be worth a look.”

  • emotional

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The emotional aspect is characterized by restrained, matter-of-fact dialogues that emphasize subtle cues and evolving character emotions. Players engage deeply by interpreting inconsistencies and growing suspicion, resulting in layered interactions. The game delivers impactful emotional moments without relying on melodrama.

    • “Each character carries fragments of the larger truth, and much of the experience revolves around interrogating their statements, detecting inconsistencies, and interpreting subtle emotional cues.”
    • “Each guest has a defined personality and evolving emotional state, and as suspicion grows, interactions become more layered.”
    • “Emotional beats are handled with relative restraint, avoiding excessive melodrama while still delivering impactful moments as secrets are revealed.”

  • stability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs like a disappearing cursor. Additionally, the lack of investigative elements and clues undermines the gameplay experience, making note-taking unnecessary.

  • graphics

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's graphics feature a strong aesthetic and solid presentation, contributing to an overall good visual experience.

    • “The game was good, with a strong aesthetic and solid presentation.”
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Detective: Rainy Night is a simulation game with horror, fantasy, mystery, thriller and others themes. Common tags for Detective: Rainy Night include first-person, indie, psychological, exploration, gaming and others.

Detective: Rainy Night is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Detective: Rainy Night was released on December 4, 2025.

Detective: Rainy Night was developed by k148 Game Studio.

Detective: Rainy Night has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Detective: Rainy Night for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Detective: Rainy Night is a single player game.

Similar games include The Last Case of John Morley, Lacuna, Rainswept, Nobody Wants to Die, Still Wakes the Deep and others.