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In "A Sceptic's Guide to Magic," players assume the role of a skeptical forensic investigator, Lester Chapman, who gets drawn into a mystical world of witchcraft and primordial forces after witnessing a bizarre crime scene. As Lester delves deeper into the mystery, he forms an unlikely alliance with two teenage witches, Fianna and Val, to uncover the truth behind their friend's ritualistic murder. Along the way, Lester learns to reconcile his rigid scientific beliefs with the arcane mysteries of magic.

In "Arcane Investigations," players step into the shoes of Kabili, a newly appointed arcane investigator waking to a magical robbery aboard the Quartzway Express. Explore the crime scene, question a colorful cast of suspects and colleagues, and gather evidence to unravel the mystery. The journey culminates in a high-stakes trial featuring cross-examination puzzles and surprising twists to uncover the truth before the train's final stop.

"Return of the Obra Dinn" is a first-person puzzle adventure game where you, an insurance inspector, must determine the fate of all passengers and crew on a mysterious ship, the Obra Dinn, using a magical stopwatch that allows you to replay the moments of their deaths. The game features a monochrome art style and a unique bookkeeping interface as you piece together the events that led to the crew's demise. With its immersive atmosphere and challenging puzzles, "Return of the Obra Dinn" offers a unique and engaging gaming experience.

TR-49 is a single-player mystery visual novel featuring an intriguing story set around a WWII-era machine housing a vast archive of obscure texts. Navigate its library, uncover hidden connections, and communicate with a mysterious voice to unravel secrets and prevent a looming catastrophe. The game offers atmospheric visuals, compelling mechanics, and a captivating soundtrack.

Knights of Messiah IF: Castle in an Alternate Dimension is a dark fantasy RPG where you lead a party of adventurers to rescue your kidnapped wife and sister. Journey through colorful worlds, explore dungeons, and collect powerful Gemstones to access an interdimensional castle. Engage in classic turn-based combat, level up skills, and uncover a story filled with hope and mature themes.

In Gumshoe Detective Agency: The First Case, you play as a rookie detective unraveling the disappearance of heiress Victoria Mason in 1995. Using a clunky desktop and dial-up connection, you sift through emails, websites, and chat logs to uncover clues. Each piece of evidence shifts the story, revealing a deeper, more complex mystery beyond a simple missing person case.

Utter a Name is a challenging detective adventure with strong emphasis on atmosphere and investigation. Several disembodied souls linger in the premises of an old manor. The goal is to explore the vicinity for information, then deduce the identities of the souls and their murderers.

In "The Painscreek Killings," become a journalist investigating the mysterious abandonment of a once-vibrant town. Solve logical puzzles, explore freely, and uncover dark secrets as you search for the truth behind the town's haunting past. This story-rich, murder mystery game encourages careful exploration and critical thinking.

"Elsinore is a single-player simulation game that lets you explore an intriguing story in the world of Shakespeare's Hamlet, with a dynamic story engine that reacts to your decisions in real-time. As Ophelia, you're trapped in a time-loop, reliving the same four days again and again, caught in a point-and-click adventure to change the fate of Elsinore Castle's inhabitants. With wonderful game mechanics, amazing music, and highly emotional moments, Elsinore challenges you to prevent a tragic ending."

"Rocwood Academy" is a text-based choice-matters adventure game set in a hidden wizard world in the early 1900s US society. As a first-year student, make decisions on friends, spells, teachers and gather wizardry items to create your own spell decks. Encounter and combat mysterious creatures like Owl Griffin, Snarly Yow, and Wendig to complete your wizardry adventure.