Games like Investigator and the Case of the Red Herring

"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 Chekhov's Gun" is a point-and-click game featuring an alligator detective and his sidekick, The Bad Luck Duck. They investigate the suspicious suicide of The Bipolar Bear, collecting clues, interrogating suspects, and solving puzzles. This game is the latest in the ongoing series of point-and-click whodunits, inspired by Professor Layton and Agatha Christie, with a new case released every three months.

"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.

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…

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.

"A Matter of Murder" is a point-and-click puzzle game with rogue-like elements, where players must solve a murder mystery at an English house party. The game features challenging logic puzzles, stylish artwork, and multiple playthroughs with different outcomes. Nominated for several awards, it promises a unique and engaging experience for players.

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.

"Murder Is Game Over" is a murder mystery RPG where you play as a detective and his clue-sniffing dog partner, Cleo. Explore the castle grounds in rural Vermont to search for clues, interview suspects, and make deductions to solve the case and apprehend the guilty. This whodunit game features a compelling storyline, engaging gameplay, and the unique dynamic of a human-canine detective duo.

"Death Trick: Double Blind" is a mystery adventure game set in a 1950s traveling circus, where the star magician has disappeared. Play as a magician and a private eye with amnesia, each with unique skills, to investigate a large cast of characters and various locations. Use turn-based actions to uncover contradictions in the winding narrative and solve the murderous mystery.