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"Investigator and the Case of the Unconventional Weapon" is a point-and-click mystery game featuring an alligator detective and a vanilla chinchilla sidekick. They investigate the gruesome murder of McGuffin the Puffin, using detective work and pun-filled dialogue to solve the case. This game is part of an ongoing series of whodunnits, inspired by Professor Layton and Agatha Christie, with a new super short game released every three months.

"Investigator and the Case of the Red Herring" is a point-and-click whodunit game featuring an alligator detective and their sidekick, Trauma Llama. They investigate the mysterious death of the Sunk Skunk, found in the river by the docks. The game is part of an ongoing series inspired by Professor Layton and Agatha Christie, with a new case released every three months, and features colorful animal character art.

Detective Grimoire is a puzzle-based detective game with a fully voiced and animated cast. Players explore beautiful digitally painted environments, interview suspects, and solve puzzles to uncover the secret of a murder at a mythical creature tourist attraction. Indie Statik praises it for its focus on enjoyable gameplay and superior design compared to other crime games.

"Agatha Christie: The ABC Murders" is a 3rd person perspective adventure game based on the classic novel, where players step into the shoes of the famous detective Hercule Poirot. As ABC's mysterious opponent, players must explore various crime scenes, gather evidence, and solve puzzles to reveal the murderer's identity. The game demands intelligence and quick wit to outsmart the cunning adversary.

Inspector Waffles is a pixel art detective adventure game where you solve crimes and uncover mysteries in a quirky cat- populated town. Interrogate suspects, gather evidence, and use your wits to crack challenging cases. With its unique characters, humorous dialogue, and immersive storyline, Inspector Waffles offers a purr-fect blend of investigation and entertainment.

Your first day as a police clerk... unveils a tapestry of mysteries! You play as Justina Smith, a newly hired clerk at the Azure City Police Department, as she finds out the truth behind a series of suspicious crimes. Work with the eccentric detectives Ernest Hunt and Sophie Swift as you investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and discover the secrets hidden among the paper trails.Five int…

"Lord Winklebottom Investigates" is a 1920s-style point-and-click murder mystery game, where you play as a giraffe detective named Lord Winklebottom. Along with your companion, Dr. Frumple, you must solve puzzles and interview suspects to uncover the dark secret behind the murder of your old friend on the Isle of Barghest. The game features full English voice acting and a 1920s-inspired soundtrack.

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Mysteries of Perception is a detective game where you will see the same scene through the eyes of different characters. Uncover their secrets by analyzing all the clues. Switch perspectives and learn everything about the artifacts of the Distant and the deaths in their wake. Glory to the Stars! Mysteries of Perception is a 2D investigative game structured like a choral narrative where you can jum…

"Insert Rich Family Name" is a newly released, text-based game available on Apple Store, Steam, and Google Play Store. The game offers a free demo on Itchio, featuring the prologue and full chapter 1. With no graphics, the game immerses players in a rich narrative experience, allowing them to explore the story of the rich family at its core.