Games like Murder Among the Stars
Looking for games like Murder Among the Stars? Here are top action recommendations with a horror and mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Blacksad: Under the Skin, Tales of the Neon Sea or L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files.
1 View Game71%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, optimization81% User Score 2,946 reviewsCritic Score 63%16 reviewsIn Blacksad: Under the Skin, you play as John Blacksad, a hard-boiled detective in a world of anthropomorphic animals. The game is a classic film noir style 3D adventure, where you'll investigate a series of murders in a corrupt city while dealing with your own inner demons. Through exploration, puzzle-solving, and dialogue choices, you'll uncover a deep and engaging narrative that delves into themes of racism, corruption, and the human condition.
View Game2 View Game79%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, character development86% User Score 726 reviewsCritic Score 60%3 reviews"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 Game3 View Game60%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, replayability52% User Score 1,340 reviewsCritic Score 69%13 reviews"L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files" brings select cases from the original game into virtual reality. Players investigate crime scenes, question suspects, and solve cases in a fully immersive 1940s Los Angeles. This VR experience requires a powerful gaming computer and a compatible VR headset for play.
View Game4 View Game77%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability77% User Score 352 reviewsDetective Mimo is a single-player adventure game featuring an intriguing story and engaging game mechanics. Players must think outside the box and uncover hidden clues, including those found in the real world, to solve mysteries. This immersive experience challenges your detective skills in creative and unexpected ways.
View Game5 View Game70%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding70% User Score 1,129 reviewsScriptic Netflix Edition is a single-player action game where you take on the role of a detective unraveling an intriguing story. The game offers splendid gameplay and good graphics, immersing players in a captivating experience. However, it is also known to be full of bugs, which may affect the overall enjoyment.
View Game6 View Game91%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, replayability91% User Score 280 reviews"Between Horizons" is a 2.5D pixel art adventure game set aboard the Zephyr, humanity's first generation ship. As Stella, the Chief of Security, you must investigate a conspiracy that threatens the ship's mission and social order. With a branching narrative and semi-open world, this game offers increased player agency in the investigation process and challenges players to make tough decisions that will question their moral compass.
View Game7 View Game80%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicstability, optimization80% User Score 462 reviewsClue, also known as Cluedo, is Hasbro's classic mystery strategy board game, now available on Nintendo Switch. Explore a grand mansion, solve a dastardly murder, and gather suspicious characters in this multiplayer game that takes about 2 hours to beat, featuring pretty visuals and engaging gameplay. Join the beloved family board game and uncover the truth.
View Game8 View Game68%Game Brain Scorestory, atmospherestability, graphics68% User Score 62 reviews"Dead Secret Circle" is a first-person psychological horror game where players uncover the dark secrets of a small town in the 1970s. As reporter Beth Hammond, investigate a series of grisly murders and expose the supernatural forces at work. With a focus on exploration, puzzle-solving, and a chilling atmosphere, unravel the mystery before becoming the next victim.
View Game9 View Game69%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgameplay, grinding69% User Score 324 reviewsIn "A Detective's Novel" , players assume the role of legendary detective Knox, investigating the suspicious death of a successful businessman, William Goldberg. Joined by an aspiring detective, Clark, they must uncover the truth behind Goldberg's passing in his isolated estate, surrounded by family and close friends. As the details of this tailor-made case unfold, Knox must use his expertise to reveal the real killer and bring them to justice.
View Game10 View Game73%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgameplay, grinding73% User Score 251 reviews"Shadows on the Vatican Act I: Greed" is a dramatic point-and-click thriller set in Rome. Ex-priest James Murphy investigates the disappearance of his friend and uncovers a conspiracy involving the Vatican. Alongside a mysterious companion, James confronts his past and explores themes of faith and truth in a city shrouded in darkness.
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