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The Detail
2014Action
Looking for games like A Matter of Caos? Here are top action recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Detail, Dry Drowning or Tails Noir: Prologue.
"The Detail is a crime noir adventure game focused on a detective's brutal gangland murder investigation and a reformed criminal's efforts to protect his family. With branching narratives, interactive comics, and professional audio, players face tough choices and deal with the consequences in this mature, emotional experience. Multiple playable characters and a branching storyline based on player choices are featured in the first episode, 'Where the Dead Lie'."
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View GameYou’re not special. You’re not a hero. Thrust into unfortunate circumstances, you find yourself with no other option than to unravel what might be your biggest case yet. There is no choice. We change, but we change nothing. Get to work, detective. Tails Noir is a post-noir narrative adventure. Become raccoon private eye Howard Lotor and explore dystopian Vancouver inhabited by animals as you un…
View Game"Tales of the Neon Sea" is a cyberpunk-noir point-and-click adventure game set in a dystopian future. Players take on the role of a private investigator, solving cases involving advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and a divided society. The game features stunning hand-drawn 2D graphics and a thrilling, immersive storyline.
View Game"Detective Di: The Silk Rose Murders" is a critically acclaimed game with a captivating story, featuring the first female emperor of China, Wu Zetian. As investigating magistrate Di Renjie, players must solve a series of gruesome murders while navigating political intrigue and opposition. With praise for its beautiful pixel graphics, well-written dialogue, and cerebral gameplay, this game is a must-play for fans of murder mysteries.
View GameTokyo Dark is an anime-style horror adventure game combining point and click and visual novel genres. The story follows Detective Itou across Tokyo, searching for the truth behind her partner's strange disappearance. Featuring puzzles, stat management, and difficult decisions, Tokyo Dark puts the narrative in the hands of the player. Players' decisions change their character, opening or locking op…
View Game"Murders on the Yangtze River" is a detective game with a horizontal axis layout, similar to "Ace Attorney." Players solve intriguing cases in early 20th century China, with a focus on logical reasoning and exploration of the stunning brush painting art style. The game strives to resonate with players of diverse backgrounds through its thrilling plot and heartfelt emotions.
View GameIn Chicken Police - Paint it RED!, you are a former detective in a noir-style animalistic world, solving a complex case of murder and kidnapping. Use your wits and negotiation skills to gather information and solve the case, meeting a diverse cast of characters along the way. The game features a unique art style, intricate dialogue system, and a jazzy soundtrack to set the mood.
View Game"Bionic Heart" is a sci-fi visual novel set in a dystopian 2099 London, where the earth is plagued by permanent rain. As Luke Black, a bio-informatic engineer, your life takes a turn after encountering Tanya. With 24 endings, interactive scenes, and a map system, this game offers a dynamic adventure focused on character relationships and dialogue. Features include high replayability, optional full voicing, and beautiful manga art.
View GameIn "Post Mortem," players step into the shoes of former detective Gus Macpherson, now a painter, who is drawn back into his old life when hired to investigate a series of gruesome beheadings in Paris. The game features stunning 360° panoramic views, detailed environments, and a riveting plot filled with intriguing characters and multiple game paths. It serves as a prequel to the Still Life adventure game.
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