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  1. View Game
    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    68% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    See What Others Miss The camera doesn't lie, but the truth isn't always obvious. Step into the role of a detective investigating crime scenes where every detail matters and every photograph could be the key to solving the case. Armed with your camera, you'll document crucial evidence at crime scenes - photograph traces, examine objects from every angle, and capture details that reveal the story be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Files.

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  2. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Detective Worden is a narrative-driven word puzzle game set in a noir world, inspired by Wordle and classic detective fiction. Each word brings you one step closer to the truth. A mysterious informant sends you cryptic clues in the form of single words. Through deduction, pattern recognition, and a touch of intuition, you'll sift through layers of language to piece together the full picture. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Worden.

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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    64% User Score Based on 256 reviews

    Noir Syndrome is a procedurally generated Detective Murder-Mystery with a new story every time! Featuring slick pixel art animations and a jazzy soundtrack, the player is thrown right in to a highly stylized vision of film noir. Visit locations, interrogate suspects, search for clues, and eventually solve the case before the killer escapes - or you wind up dead yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noir Syndrome.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    58% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    “Dead By Murder”, is a murder mystery strategy game, where the user plays as a police detective and must solve a series of homicide cases. The game has a look and feel of a black and white comic book. It is set in Los Angeles in 1945 and all the characters have the faces of golden age Hollywood stars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead By Murder.

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  5. In this game, the player can take on the role of a detective tasked with solving an alleged murder case. By exploring rooms and participating in mini-games, the player must collect as many clues as possible within a limited time to aid in identifying the guilty person. This game project is the practical part of my bachelor's thesis. Presentation of the game (with spoilers):In the project, the pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KMLgcp2024.

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  6. THE CITY IS FULL OF LIARS. CAN YOU FIND THE TRUTH?Welcome to Micro Mystery Investigator, the ultimate deduction challenge for fans of logic puzzles and classic detective fiction. Put away your revolver—your sharpest weapon here is your mind. Forget scripted stories that you play once and forget. MMI is an engine of infinite mystery. Every time you hit "Start Investigation," the game pro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Micro Mystery Investigator: Noir Edition.

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  7. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    78% User Score Based on 138 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 2 reviews

    Step into the mind of John Morley, a 1940s detective on his final case. Explore shadowed places long forgotten by time, and piece together crime scenes in a narrative adventure steeped in mystery, unexpected twists, and a truth buried for decades. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Case of John Morley.

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  8. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    94% User Score Based on 178 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

    The quiet hamlet of Merrylin Crater Camp is shaken by a murder! Uncover the truth in this non-linear „whodunnit“ detective game. As the Mindcop you have 5 days to catch the true killer among Merrilyn Crater Camp’s inhabitants. Key features WHODUNNIT DETECTIVE GAME Use your Mindcop capabilities to uncover secrets and unravel people’s lies to find the true suspect of this town’s murder. MINDSUR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mindcop.

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  9. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 15,154 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Shadows of Doubt is a detective stealth game set in a fully-simulated neo-noir metropolis. There’s a serial killer on the loose, and it’s up to you to catch them by any means necessary, with... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Doubt.

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  10. A murder has been committed, and everyone in the room has something to hide. Murder Mystery Mayhem is a single-player detective game set in a stylish 1920s world of secrets, suspicion, and social intrigue. Talk freely to a colorful cast of cunning suspects, gather clues, uncover motives, and deduce who among them is the killer. Key Features Interrogate suspects freely by text or voice Hear… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Mystery Mayhem AI.

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  11. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    An abusive boyfriend is killed, and you must decide which of the four suspects is guilty. Sort through suspect interviews, home security footage, crime scene photos, and more. Find contradictions and discern truth from lies. Think critically as the fate of one suspect lies in your hands. Use every tool at your disposal to ensure that justice is served. FEATURES Observe suspects. Sort through evide… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Case Files: Behind Closed Doors.

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  12. View Game
    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    96% User Score Based on 228 reviews

    Prognostic is a supernatural horror about a medium who solves cases for the police. It combines horror elements with detective work. An orphan returns to the house of the deceased fortune-teller to uncover the secret of his family's death. He must accept his legacy and become a prognostic before supernatural madness engulfs people of his town. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prognostic.

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  13. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 144 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The Magister is a murder-mystery card-battler RPG. Build and customise your deck to fight in battles, or use 'Tactical Diplomacy' to pacify those who stand in your way. Gather clues and discover motives as you investigate the death of your predecessor and unmask the guilty culprit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Magister.

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  14. Discovery Yard Investigation is a game that puts you in the shoes of a detective. Your objective is to solve the cases, discovering not only the murderer, but also the type of crime and which weapon is used. For this you must explore each corner of the scene, photographing as many things as possible. You never know what can be found in a simple artifact, a fingerprint or clues that put you closer … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Discovery Yard Investigation.

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  15. Investigate procedurally-generated noir mysteries in a post-apocalyptic world where reality fractures and truth is subjective. Question suspects, search crime scenes, and deduce the truth from lies in this AI-powered detective game where every case is unique. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rift Investigations.

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  16. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Detective Bass in Fish Out Of Water is a short, witty, narrative-driven detective game where the player follows clues in order to uncover a murderer. Follow along as the mystery unravels and piece together the truth! STORY DRIVEN Crime ruins everything. This time, it has ruined your vacation! While sailing in a luxury cruise, Mr. Salomon Chinhook has been turned into fillet. It's your job to f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Bass in Fish out of Water.

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  17. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Play as a detective with a clue-sniffing dog partner. Solve the murder of a J-pop singer at an anime convention in a historic high-rise hotel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Is Game Over: Murder Otaku.

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  18. The Empty Desk is the first chapter of the Detective Bennett: Solved Cases saga, a psychological thriller that blends adventure, puzzles, and touches of horror to immerse you in a gripping true crime narrative. Explore the effects of a mind trapped in a relentless cycle of repetition and decay. In this first installment, you’ll step into the shoes of veteran homicide detective Thomas H. Bennett, w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Empty Desk.

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  19. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    83% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective: Rainy Night.

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  20. View Game
    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    86% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    About Game: Insight is a single-player horror game shrouded in mystery. You'll take control of different characters to solve crimes and unveil the dark secrets behind them. Story: When neighbors heard gunshots and called the police, officers arrived at the scene to find two bodies in the house. Almost certain it was a murder, they called in the detective. Facing a missing person and two m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Insight.

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  21. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    72% User Score Based on 85 reviews

    Untangle thrilling mysteries by exploring the merciless and lawless Wild Western town of Brimstone. You and your friends need to collaborate, interrogate the town's residents and piece the clues together to solve the mystery! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispers in the West.

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  22. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Controls Z - A button (Interact) X - B button (Cancel) Enter - Start (Pause) Inspector Waffles Early Days is a new game for Game boy color and PC, and it's  the prequel of Inspector Waffles, the adventure/detective game released in 2021.  This time, follow Waffles in his first days as a Inspector and prove to everyone that you are more than just a rookie. Find clues, report to your partner and so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inspector Waffles Early Days.

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  23. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 2,498 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 6 reviews

    This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links the clients together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This Bed We Made.

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  24. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    86% User Score Based on 459 reviews

    Two city detectives are sent to a small idyllic town in North Carolina called ‘Silver Creek Falls” to investigate a strange series of events that the local sheriff can’t seem to get his mind around. What initially seems like an open-and-shut case unfolds into a truly terrifying mystery that will leave the detectives wondering what is real and what isn’t. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silver Creek Falls: Chapter 1.

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  25. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 6,653 reviews
    Critic Score 61%Based on 26 reviews

    MURDERED: SOUL SUSPECT takes players into a whole new realm of mystery where the case is personal and the clues just out of reach, challenging gamers to solve the hardest case of all… their own murder. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murdered: Soul Suspect.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Burn Me Twice is a narrative adventure that combines investigation segments to explore the town of Düstenburg with trials that test your knowledge about the case. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burn Me Twice.

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  28. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    53% User Score Based on 281 reviews

    Vaudeville is a detective game in which the player plays the role of Detective Martini, a private detective who has come to the city of Vaudeville to solve the mystery of the murders of three people. Vaudeville is an experimental whodunit game based on the latest AI technologies. A tale of murder, suspense and absurdity that unfolds as you play, and you are the protagonist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vaudeville.

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  29. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Someone has been killing passengers on the express train from Lisbon to Porto, every single day since Tuesday! Someone needs to stop the killer! Detective Case and Clown Bot are back and… is that a kid in the logo? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Case and Clown Bot in: The Express Killer.

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  30. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    74% User Score Based on 92 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 5 reviews

    Solve a sinister murder by spending three reality-shifting nights in a haunted art gallery. An infinitely re-playable murder mystery blending deduction, exploration, puzzles, collectibles and FMV. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murderous Muses.

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    32%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    34% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Soulflow is a 2.5D fantasy detective game that offers a unique experience with its graphic style. In this story-based role play game, the player is must the information from others during the day and try to solve the murders in the neighborhood to stay free. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soulflow.

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  32. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    62% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    A mysterious murder has shocked the inner city, and as the lead detective, it is your job to catch the real killer. Armed with words and wits, you uncover the secrets and capture the murderer, and make sure justice will be served. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tell Me Everything.

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  33. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    73% User Score Based on 172 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    A detective mystery set in the political powder-keg of Barcelona in 1977. You play Jorge, a retired policeman who uses a wheelchair, struggling with a difficult past. Alone on your balcony, you watch the world pass by through binoculars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Flower Collectors.

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  34. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    91% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Start your career as a ghost hunter with the latest technology. Use your computer to find out what type of ghost you are dealing with. Are you prepared to face the challenges of ghost hunting? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paranormal Observation.

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  35. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    80% User Score Based on 30 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 1 reviews

    An adventure set in the world of a 1940's private eye Dames are trouble, but trouble is your business. For a dame, and maybe a hundred bucks in advance, you'd lose a few teeth and a few friends. For sweet Carol Klein, you might even stand in front of a gun or two. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dame Was Loaded.

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  36. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Synopsis: Meet Nate Hendricks, a Private Detective who's a bit down on his luck. Business has been slow and with the bills piling up Nate may have to soon close-up shop. He just needs a break. Perhaps one good case could help him turn things around. Then one evening, he gets a call from a Doctor Offenhauser who wants to hire him. The Doc doesn't give many details over the phone, but insists i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It Lurks! A Noir Horror RPG..

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  37. Welcome to join our QQ group: 519072161 to discuss games together.Game Introduction"Detective Master's House" is a real-life detective puzzle game. You will play the role of detective "Henry", shuttle through the murder scenes of various Blizzard Mountains, and investigate each intricate case in depth. In Manor Mystery, you will experience the twists and turns of the murder and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Agency: Murder at the Manor.

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    48%Game Brain Score
    48% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    ️ Welcome, detective.  A series of ritualistic murders is shaking Obsidian City and as the bodies pile up, the dark truth remains elusive—will you uncover it before it's too late? Here is an Alpha Demo for Obsidian Moon, a text-based detective adventure-simulator that puts you in the shoes of a 1930s homicide detective. This is your chance to play early, provide feedback, and help us shape t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Obsidian Moon.

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  39. Shadows of GrimsboroughGrimsborough—a city once at peace—is now being devoured by the rising shadow of a new power. When William Caulfield, an influential businessman and key backer of a major clean energy initiative, vanishes without a trace, the silence begins to feel less like calm… and more like control. 【 Story 】You will take on the roles of Max and Sam, independent journalists hired by Lydi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Truth Beneath the Shadows.

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  40. Welcome to Alibi: The Dinner Party, an intriguing murder mystery Visual Novel that casts you as a Police Detective. Prepare to delve deep into what happened one fateful night at a luxurious villa, which lead to the death of the house owner and party host. Step into a world filled with intriguing clues, quirky characters, and a lighthearted yet captivating atmosphere. Features: Engaging… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alibi: The Dinner Party.

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  41. Science has never been more dangerous! Death is in the air... Sounds pretty ominous, doesn't it? Help the twin detectives solve a new case! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twin Mind: Nobody's Here Collector's Edition.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 2,317 reviews

    AN EPISODIC CYBERPUNK MURDER MYSTERY GAMEDownload "of the Devil" for Free to play the entirety of the fully-fleshed out prologue chapter: When Morgan finds herself assigned as Public Defender for the man the police say has shot six people through the heart, she'll need to leverage all her wits and the full force of her "unique insight" into the case to come out unscathed an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to of the Devil.

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  43. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    A Mystery Hidden Object GameThis is a hidden object game and a mystery game wrapped into one. First, you find hidden objects. These objects help you gather clues. Second, you use those clues to figure out who is the murderer. So, take up the mantel of Thelma Fantastic and see if you can become the world's greatest detective. Who is Thelma Fantastic?Octogenarian, 12 grandkids, 2 husbands (both de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thelma Fantastic.

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  44. You are Pixel P.I., a hacker detective who has to solve old cases to find clues about her own past. After an unknown incident Pixel lost her memories, and the only link to her past is a list of old cases that she found. What's wrong with these cases? Why were they never solved? And what kind of clues do they contain about Pixel's past? These are all mysteries that you will need to solve in ord… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel P.I..

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  45. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Following the death of a family matriarch, the surviving heirs return from abroad to their childhood home in The Berkshires. But in addition to the family’s Victorian mansion, sprawling acreage, and millions of dollars, they’ve also inherited something much more sinister. A spooky masked figure appears and warns the siblings that they will be the next victims of a grizzly family curse dating back … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Is Game Over: The Blackinton Curse.

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  46. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    The King Mere is dead. His brother stands accused.Step into Murder of King Mere, a captivating painterly-pixelated murder mystery set in the secluded City of Ink. King Mere, once a beacon of diplomacy for the Dog Empyre, now lies a bloodstain on the snow. His brother, August, has been swiftly convicted. As the Master Detective's Apprentice, you arrive four days too late to the crime scene. Is th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkway: Murder of King Mere.

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  47. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 2,870 reviews
    Critic Score 89%Based on 2 reviews

    The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective mystery, set in 1897 Ireland, where you investigate the disappearance of Evelyn Deane in a remote hotel full of secrets and other-worldly occurrences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Séance of Blake Manor.

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  48. 18%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    30% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Step into the role of a detective in DETECTIVE Scene Crime, a challenging mystery game where you’ll investigate five gripping crime scenes. Each level presents clues, testimonies, and puzzles to analyze carefully in your quest for the truth. Do you have what it takes to solve them all? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective: Scene Crime.

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  50. 19%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    24% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    You play the role of Red Johnson, a private detective who is trying to find his place in the corrupted city of Metropolis. Discover the city, its unique atmosphere and get to know the rules quickly if you want to survive! It's up to you to look for clues, interrogate the witnesses and put the evidence together in order to find the perpetrator.You'll also have to use your logic to solve the differe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Johnson's Chronicles: 1+2 - Steam Special Edition.

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