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97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

97% User Score Based on 98 reviews

The chart-topping indie hit Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Season One comes to Steam, with a slew of enhancements and new features! Step into court as Nina Aquila, rookie defense attorney in this thrilling VN/adventure game hybrid, and fight for justice in a world where all anime genres exist at once! This game replaces the earlier episodic releases and is a collected version of Chapters 1-3 of the "N… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Season One.

When language itself is under threat, one detective steps up to stop the madness. When eccentric scientist Professor Santusov reaches out in panic, it’s not just about some fancy time machine. His real invention, the Speakbreaker, can rewire the human brain to erase all languages—except Russian. And someone’s planning to use it. To stop this linguistic apocalypse, our detective must travel across… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Guard - The Red Menace.

Genre:Visual Novel / Interactive storySetting:Welcome to Hotel Perkkow, a mysterious enclave situated in the heart of Romania, just a whisper away from the legendary Dracula's castle. In the present day, this establishment stands as a testament to a world where mythical creatures coexist harmoniously with humans, blending medieval and gothic atmosphere with elements of the fantastic and the modern… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotel Perkkow and the Two Vegetarian Werewolves.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Methods: The Canada Files is a mystery visual novel set three years before the events of Methods. In the last few stages of the Canadian detective competition, Detective Larika Downs is determined to discover the truth at all costs! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Methods: The Canada Files.

The human microbiome, activated by an ancient virus, develops self-awareness, creating a conflict between the microbiome's consciousness and human self-awareness. The protagonist's father is controlled by the awakened microbiome, setting off a series of tragedies. This book reveals the hidden depths of science, the sins of humanity, and the clash between the bestiality and humanity of the microbio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Microbial Awakening: Genesis.

"War, Crown and Bleeding Animals" is a story-driven RPG adventure game from a female perspective. Players will take on the role of a protagonist embroiled in power struggles and write their own destiny in a kingdom full of conspirations and choices. The game immerses players in an epic story about ambition, morality and governance through rich narratives, exploration and puzzle-solving,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to war crowning and bleeding animals.

Guide the brilliant (but easily distracted) Sherblock and his stalwart companion Blockson through a madcap mystery where you control the outcome! Will you solve the case or plunge the city of Fogtown into hilariously unbridled chaos? When Mrs. Hud is beset by mysterious sabotage against her beloved pub, she turns to Fogtown’s finest to sort it out. But little is quite as it seems as Sherblock a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Rum Case in Fogtown.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

In HOOD rpg, join Leonard and Lyzol on their chaotic journey as they escape from jail and dive headfirst into the gritty underbelly of the big city. Navigate through the bustling streets and shadowy alleys, where they’ll meet an eclectic cast of characters—each with their own quirks, motivations, and skills. Laughs around every corner! FeaturesWORKS WITH STEAMDECK Turn-Based Combat RPG Engage i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HOOD RPG.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

It's after midnight on the Quartzway Express, and everyone is woken up by signs of a MAGICAL ROBBERY! Players take on the role of Kabili as you tumble out of bed and work to solve your first ever mystery as a newly accredited arcane investigator.  Along the way, you'll meet your new investigative co-workers, question suspects, and search for evidence at the scene of the crime. Ultimately, you w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Investigations.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

97% User Score Based on 116 reviews

Cat Detective Albert Wilde is a 1930s noir-inspired detective game with humanoid animal characters. How does Albert Wilde solve the strangest quantum mystery in a murder case? Find out in this 6-7 hours silly and hilarious classic detective adventure tribute to the golden age of noir movies INTERROGATE, SUSPECT, DEDUCE Use your years of experience of interrogating and drinking at bars to chat with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Detective Albert Wilde.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

The Burden of Proof saga continues! Step into the shoes of legendary prosecutor Conrad Cross during a pivotal moment of his journey. Investigate crime scenes, solve mysteries using evidence, and make your case in the courtroom. The burden lies with you to unravel the truth! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burden of Truth.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Story: Sunday, September 12, 2010. When a dead body is found at the Kaseki Residence, once home to a world-renowned paleontologist, rookie officers Keiichi Genba, Himatsu Mizu, Rei Shirayuki and Dr. Shinketsu Kikai are tasked with investigating the scene. Not only do they need to uncover the identity of the victim and reconstruct the events leading up to his untimely death… ...they w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GENBA no Kizuna.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

91% User Score Based on 33 reviews

The town of Monroe is world famous birthplace of a revolutionary technology, that enabled cloning of the human race. With the development of this technology and its wide application, the entire town is in its heyday. The production of clones in the company “DNA Revolution” takes on gigantic proportions and the dealers sell cloned celebrities and personalities all over the world. These clones act a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Hayseed - The Cloning Madness.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

83% User Score Based on 77 reviews

In this short comedy visual novel, you're an unpopular transfer student who begins a new life at a Japanese high school. You quickly get drafted into the school's most secret after-school club... but could it be that the seemingly innocent members of the Murder Club are hiding a dark secret?! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After School Murder Club!!.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

97% User Score Based on 240 reviews

The Zodiac Trial has begun, and everybody's life is on the line! Will these 12 jurors be able to solve the mysteries and cooperate, or will they resort to betrayal, deception, and violence? Get out alive or die, die again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Zodiac Trial.

This game is available only in Spanish. It is a classic point-and-click adventure inspired by Sierra and LucasArts titles such as Monkey Island, King's Quest, Space Quest and Day of the Tentacle.You play as David Santiso, a skeptical journalist investigating bizarre mysteries inspired by Spanish paranormal culture. Throughout the adventure you will meet eccentric characters, solve puzzles, collect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to La gran aventura de David Santiso.

A Golden Age Whodunnit Wrapped in Noir and Neon Step into the silk shoes of sharp-witted beat reporter Birdie Malone as she goes deep undercover as glamorous Hollywood icon Clara Bow. The stage is set at Stonecliff Manor, the palatial, cliffside Californian retreat of eccentric billionaire Xavier Montague Stone and his dazzling starlet wife, Vera. Under the cover of a lavish high-society masquera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dragon Blossom.

Game Title:Born in the Toilet Short Overview: Born in the Toilet is a uniquely styled mystery RPG inspired by the "reborn" original web novel genre. Players take on the role of an abandoned baby left in a toilet, embarking on an adventure through a mysterious high school. Through exploration, puzzle-solving, and interacting with NPCs, uncover the truth about your origins, find someone … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 生于厕所 Born in the toilet.

New Drawer was a city of sin, a cesspool of all the lowest scum you could find. If they weren't already pink by the mishandled wash of corruption, you could bet they were lost and alone, doomed to search forever for their lost partner. And in the middle of all this mess, there was I. Frank Sockowski, Private eye. I made my coin by looking into the dirty heels of this city, snooping around, and s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sockpuppet Noire.

From multi award-winning Revolution Software and legendary director Charles Cecil comes the latest genre-defining adventure. Remembering a murderous clown, a deadly explosion and a life-changing adventure, intrepid George Stobbart and fearless journalist, Nico Collard, are summoned by an eccentric academic to help decipher a mysterious medieval manuscript. But they arrive to find themselves in the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Sword - Parzival’s Stone.

A Nostalgic Blast of Retro Adventure Gaming! About This GameStep back in time to the year 1990 with MIGHTY 1990, a game that feels like it was plucked straight from the late '80s and early '90s, but with just the right touch of modern polish. Combining the best elements of text-based adventures, point-and-click mechanics, and a sprinkle of RPG charm, this humorous and nostalgic journey will tickl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MIGHTY 1990.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

A dead Santa Claus right before Christmas is never a good sign. Interrogate the North Pole suspects to solve the murder and figure out how to save the festive season in this short dark comedy visual novel whodunnit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yuletide Regicide.

A darkly comic life-sim where players manage a small-town doctor's daily life, solving puzzles to treat patients, navigating village activities, and choosing whether to follow the law or indulge in crime and chaos on the path to fortune. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Very British Summer.

You're Hired!"Welcome to Rosetta North, a family of elite truth-seekers, where we're as good at snooping around as we are at writing about it. That is the other side of investigative journalism, after all. Here, community, transparency, and mutual accountability form the very essence of what we do. We invite you, a free agent, into the fold as a part of our tight-knit society. Settle in, ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Reluctant Redemption of Verity Lux.

In 2022, in the fictional realm of Nantang Village in the NanTu District, a fire broke out at the sales center of a residential project called The Inner Paradise, This tragic incident leads to the mysterious death of a female sales agent, and the true culprit aims to pin the crime on Kalin Liu, a female agent who happened to be at the scene. From the moment she stepped into the sales center, her r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realization.

Immerse yourself in a dark point & click adventure with an anime aesthetic. Solve murders, uncover secrets, and confront the demons of your past as a detective tormented by guilt. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gloomy Clues.

Game Conten In this troubled times, you and your uncle relied on each other for survival, but overnight, he mysteriously disappeared, leaving only emptiness behind. Following that, your family's wealth was stolen, and you were forced to depend on others, with your life's balance suddenly tilted. However, fate seemed not to have intended to let you off so easily. Before you could recover from t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 残雪凝辉录-Truth in Turbulent.

It all starts with Captain Disaster answering a distress call from a mysterious ship... but it ends up with a planet desperate to rekindle its geothermal energy source, and the long-lasting legacy of an intergalactic empire long consigned to the history books. The planet houses a secret that none of its inhabitants are aware of... Captain Disaster and The Two Worlds of Riskara features a contex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain Disaster and The Two Worlds of Riskara.

Code.Breaker() is a cyberpunk visual novel about technology, crime, and trying to survive in a world ruled by corporations.Setting 2083, Free City-State of Seattle. Augmentations are commonplace, most people at least having a brain-computer interface chipped in. Sentient Androids live amongst the population, together with genetically modified humans and cybernetically enhanced people. The corpora… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Code.Breaker().

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

A satire visual novel RPG with lots of wacky characters If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elite School Roof Club.

Cliff Rockslide is the owner of Butterfly Valley’s largest news streaming service with a massive number of seven subscribers. Your job is to help him grow his channel by recording everything even remotely exciting with your camera. The quiet little town is about to experience the biggest news event it has ever witnessed, outranking even the unfortunate incident regarding a badger and the town’s m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Local News with Cliff Rockslide.

48%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

77% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Now available for free, discover a mystery story set in the world of Methods: The Detective Competition. Red July, an up-and-coming celebrity detective, is challenged by The Illusion Killer — a serial killer who patterns his murders after optical illusions. However, in the course of solving the murder, Red July's famous method — which lets her instantly solve any crime — stops working. Now the rac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Methods: The Illusion Murders.

Meet Vinnie, aka "The Trickster." In his dreams, he's a criminal mastermind, the terror of banks and the ladies. In reality, he's the guy who tried to break into a gumball machine, mistaking it for a safe, got his hand stuck, and screamed at it until the cops arrived. The judge's verdict was harsh but fair: "Clinical idiot." Destination: Penguin Hollow Island Mental Hospital. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flying over the penguin's hollow.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

87% User Score Based on 24 reviews

A young woman called Lyu Xuan wakes up one night with her chest covered in blood and a mysterious black hole in the palm of her hand. She’s got absolutely no clue as to what’s going on – and to make things even more strange, riches start pouring from her hand. From then on, many monsters will come to her, hoping to control that source of wealth… Explore a strange world that breaks all con… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raining City: Millions Recollections.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

A story-rich, conversation-heavy investigative visual novel with point & click elements where you play as Moses & Plato, two clueless detectives embroiled in a wild case while traveling on the famous luxury train, the Clawville Express. When the client you are supposed to protect, an ambassador on a peace mission, is murdered, you become the main suspect! Be the slyest fox detective and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville.

In this wild and colorful graphic adventure, you play as Tofu, a cheeky little college hamster with zero shame and a whole lot of attitude. Dive into an out-of-control college night in the city of Furrol, where the party never sleeps, secrets hide behind every sip of juice, and every animal has their own drama to spill. A story packed with partying and mystery, tons of humor and terrible jokes, bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After Juice: Animal Disco Mafia.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

95% User Score Based on 102 reviews

Trials of Innocence is an indie courtroom detective game developed by C&D Games in China. This Game is a remake of a mobile game originally released in China in 2015. Enjoy a fully localized experience crafted entirely by a talented Chinese team! ◆In a modern, fictional courtroom, players will defend clients, delve into mysteries, uncover the truth behind murder cases, and exonerate the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trials of Innocence.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 27 reviews

You: once young and intelligent, beaming with passion and ambition, have been crushed, ground down, melted and pressure-injected into a cog-shaped mold in the industrial dehumanization machine we call first world finance capital. Your pleasures are now few: - On most days, you are granted a quarter of an hour to consume any fast casual cuisine available within a two block radius of your office… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Please Leave Me Alone, I Need to Poop.

Netghost is a Crime Drama visual novel with a mystery-driven story full of intrigue, twists and turns. The story follows Ian Newfield, a reputable cyber security engineer who transforms into a cold-blooded criminal in his struggle to protect the company he works for and provide aid to his ailing, bedridden sister. Taking inspiration from both Japanese and Western media, we strived to combine the b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NETGHOST.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 1,171 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 47 reviews

Apollo Justices Legal Journey Begins Anew If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development

84% User Score Based on 91 reviews

An adventure game about a series of kidnappings, a murderous conspiracy... and being handsome. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To Hell With The Ugly.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 1,815 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 8 reviews

Aviary Attorney is an adventure game in the style of the Ace Attorney series. The player takes the role of a defence lawyer, and must investigate crimes and then defend their clients in court. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aviary Attorney.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 2,590 reviews

Solve puzzles, collect clues, explore the swamp, interrogate suspects... and uncover the mystery! Detective Grimoire is a charming and mysterious adventure, featuring a variety of strange and unique interactions with the bizarre residents of the swamp, a compelling and challenging murder mystery to solve, and an original award nominated soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Grimoire.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

When the Golden Sneeze is stolen from the Museum of Ancient History, it’s up to you, Detective Hank, to catch the thief. That will not be easy, as the culprit changes every new game. Puzzle your way through this steampunk themed, interactive whodunnit visual novel and bring the thief to justice! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Hank and the Golden Sneeze.

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.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

89% User Score Based on 632 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 11 reviews

"A steampunk-ish detective adventure from the creator of A Golden Wake and Shardlight! Can private investigator Miles Fordham find justice for his clients and track down his partner's killer before his entire world comes apart?" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lamplight City.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

87% User Score Based on 60 reviews

Inspired by works such as Ace Attorney and Danganronpa, Burden of Proof brings a new 3D courtroom adventure to PC, Mac, and Linux! Investigate the crime scene, interrogate witnesses, gather evidence, and solve puzzles in the courtroom to present your case and uncover the mysteries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burden of Proof.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

89% User Score Based on 1,163 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Gibbous - A Cthulhu Adventure is a comedy point 'n click love letter to classic-era Lucas adventures, HP Lovecraft, Hitchcock and many, many others. A lighthearted spoof of the Cthulhu Mythos, Gibbous will have you controlling 3 protagonists, dealing with strange cultists, ancient voodoo, and Dead Cthulhu himself. Well, "dead" is just a matter of opinion... Everything revolves around the dreaded N… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gibbous: A Cthulhu Adventure.

Animators need to take a break, too. That’s why they went to that workshop. Of course, they took all their gear with them, but they were happy about the change of pace. That is, until the night when they wandered into that mansion after getting lost... Despite being empty, it still seemed that the mansion was well looked after. However, while they were all in bed that night, a terrible thing … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 머준이의 사건파일 ~쌍둥이 저택의 비밀~.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

72% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

Project Pastorate is a visual novel set in the land of crime and sin that needs to be cleansed. Such tasks are taken up by the Devoters, the special service whose main purpose is to preserve the safety of the country, and the Pastor — leader of this post-apocalyptic community. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Pastorate.