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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.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

98% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Every year, Aurea pits its most dazzling stars against one another to see who will make it to the very top. The annual Desire Hierarchy is a fight for the position of Actualized, a title that can make your every dream come true. For decades, the Hierarchy has loomed over the city, and the Maslovs who host it have enjoyed their place at the top. But this year, things are different. It has been 12 m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Specter's Desire.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

83% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Take on the role of Detective Kobayashi, the one and only genius detective who has a reputation for solving any case, however dark or difficult...if he isn't playing games at the office or awkwardly hitting on girls, that is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Kobayashi.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 64 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 6 reviews

The star magician of Morgan’s Traveling Circus has vanished, but the show must go on! Death Trick: Double Blind is a non-linear detective game where an unlikely duo must gather clues, question suspects, and reveal contradictions to unravel the mystery of the missing magician! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Trick: Double Blind.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

100% User Score Based on 31 reviews

StoryA grisly murder took place at the offices of Lilien Entertainment, home of famous VTuber "Kuripa," resulting in the death of its founder. The killer can only be one of the company's six employees. What's weird, though, is that multiple employees all claim to be Kuripa's real face, saying they were streaming at the time of the murder—which is, of course, impossible. As prosecutor Ju… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Real Face of a VTuber.

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.

Mysterious rituals, unusual political landscape, mantra curses, and heaven-grown sacred tree…… Beneath the seemingly tranquil surface, truths are waiting for your discovery. Explore the direction of our original story, and immerse yourself in the suspense-filled feast we have meticulously prepared for you. Game systems: Notebook, story tree, movement choices, etc., allowing you to grasp the full p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gensokyo：Presumption of Guilt~Pansies Before Dawn.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

86% User Score Based on 1,704 reviews

Solve Pixel Puzzles to find clues. Use those clues to interrogate witnesses. Work your way to the truth... ...and uncover the mystery of Murder by Numbers! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder by Numbers.

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.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

From the pen of former Nintendo art director turned manga artist, Takaya Imamura, and developers of the Retro Mystery Club series, Happymeal, comes a 16-bit styled retro-future, adventure, infused with RPG elements: OMEGA 6: The Triangle Stars. A Turbulent Quest for the Ultimate Treasure Follow the adventures of Thunder and Kyla on their spaceship, Omega 6: two androids entrusted with disco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

A normal school with a strange rule... Due to a certain situation, you are the new member of the Detective Club. Alongside the scatterbrained Alice Baskerville, you'll have to solve your first case as a detective! The future of the club is in your hands! Using logical deduction, you'll be able to connect the evidence to formulate hypotheses about what really happened. Ask the right questions to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective School Club.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 363 reviews

You've overslept, missing the first lecture of the day! Your class assignment is due, but what time were you supposed to meet your study group again? These are everyday little problems that require some problem-solving, minor sleuthing, and resolution! Little Problems is a refreshing departure from the typical narrative of grandiose conflicts and complex villainy. It invites players to delve into … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Problems: A Cozy Detective Game.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

92% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. You play as Zhang Xiaochen, a young Rift Watcher, navigating through a series of unsolved cases at his master's behest and eventually becoming a master detective. This is not a traditional wuxia game, as our protagonist Xiaochen knows no martial arts. Instead, you must rely on wits and rhetoric to reveal the truth and best the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mohism: Battle of Words.

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.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

92% User Score Based on 194 reviews

PLAY CASES 1 & 2 FOR FREE TODAY!STREAMING ALLOWED FOR ALL CASES IN THE MAIN GAME! Staffer Case is a new sort of mystery game, asking players to find clues, arrange them into documents, and point out the contradictions between them to solve a series of murders. The game is set in a fictional version of London in the 1960s where 10% of all residents have some sort of supernatural ability. In this… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Staffer Case: A Supernatural Mystery Adventure.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 134 reviews

The Truth Is Pretty Out There If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Occult Crime Police.

The third of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Acquire evidence by investigating the crime scene, then use it in court when cross examining witnesses to cleave through all the lies and find your way to the truth. Use your head to point out contradictions between the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 3.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

99% User Score Based on 624 reviews

Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 魔法少女ノ魔女裁判.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

99% User Score Based on 133 reviews

This story revolves around the frog-hopping tactical battler Frogtime. Collect, buy and trade frogs and use them to build an unbeatable roster. Embark on a quest to defeat the local bully, and get sidetracked – play music, infiltrate a beehive (disguised as a bee), and maybe get in a sled race with a vampire. Fully voice acted by us and our friends but also features a number of surprising special … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime.

加入我们吧！《筮灵》现已发售！快来官方交流群与怪谈同好们一起讨论游戏吧！ 官方粉丝交流群：127843809 风域游戏微博请关注@风域游戏 About the Game 2018年，失踪已久的幽灵社前社长「刘洋」突然发来一条诡异的Q聊信息，将社员「展天尘」和青梅竹马「沈晓薇」引到了一个光怪离奇的规则世界之中。在调查真相的途中，便随着神秘学姐「句萤子」一同出现的，却是日常的彻底扭曲与瓦解...... 玩家将以一名高中生的视角，游走于日常和诡异之间，逐渐寻找被隐藏修改的真相。当平日里无比熟悉的场景都成了被“祂们”所掌控的扭曲时空，或许唯有遵守“祂们”所定下的规则，才有机会找到一线生机。 无限循环的六层楼梯 诡异的工厂员工细则 永远坐不满的深夜公交 没有演员的光明大剧院 江城铁路中学高二年级学生、“幽魂社”现任社团团长、“G岛论坛”现任版主。自幼拥有一种特殊的… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 筮灵 SHILING.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

82% User Score Based on 17 reviews

*This game does not include voice acting. We noticed there are feedbacks on the English localization quality. We are working on a full proofreading of all English texts. Thank you for your support! This game is filled with a great number of puzzles, each varying in difficulty. If you get stuck on a stage or you aren't sure how to proceed, check Steam Forum for hints. You'll surely find a lead t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Type-NOISE: Shonen Shojo.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability

88% User Score Based on 205 reviews

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… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Perjury.

Follow the story of Justin Case and Dakota Kerlin, two unlikely detectives turned friends as they join the world renown Super-human Investigations Team (S.I.T.) to solve mysteries that stump the ordinary authorities. Using their unique abilities to resolve cases, meet interesting allies, clueless bystanders, as well as nefarious rivals, and ultimately become the great mystery solving duo in this f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysterious Mystery, EP 1: The Duo Dilemma.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

99% User Score Based on 82 reviews

Detective Ridelle is a cozy murder mystery game featuring escape room style puzzles. Find clues, interrogate suspects, solve the mystery - before it's too late. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Ridelle.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 235 reviews

After an unfortunate accident, bumbling accountant Socrates Jones must find "the nature of morality" by debating philosophers to earn back his life. More than slightly influenced by the Ace Attorney series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Socrates Jones: Pro Philosopher.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,666 reviews

Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane is a visual novel inspired by the Ace Attorney series. You play as a defense attorney who practices law in a world of fantasy and wizards. You must defend clients accused of various crimes committed using magic and use the rules of magic to prove them innocent. However, the system is corrupt to its core and manipulated by the aristocracy. Will you acquit you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane.

Every clue tells a story. Every connection brings you closer to the truth. Train of Thought – Murder on the Silver Line is a narrative-driven detective mystery game that combines exploration, puzzles and logical deduction into a handcrafted whodunit experience. As you jump into the role of Maeve Ashford, a renowned detective from London, search for interactables, converse with a cast of memorabl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION.

One student. One manipulative parrot. Zero common sense. Cade was having a typical lousy day: cockroaches devoured his dinner, he was still a long way from his scholarship, and his last cigarette slipped from his fingers in a dark alley. That's where he stumbled upon a parrot cage with a sign reading "For Sale. Urgent. Cheap." That's how Cade met Colonel Pixel, a grey parrot who calls … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Visual Novel: Beak and Claws.

An ‘Ace Detective.’ A rookie who’s way too energetic. And somewhere out there... someone who sells perfect murders for a fee. Aaron Drake has a near-perfect clearance rate, a title he didn't ask for, and as of today — a new partner/mentee. Robin Watson passed the detective exam with the top score and has decided that means she's ready for anything. …She is NOT ready for anything. B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aaron Drake: Ace Detective.

A narrative investigation game with a unique atmosphere, blending the spirit of Ace Attorney with the psychological tension of Criminal Minds. Yep, quite a gap, right? Become a young FBI agent newly assigned to the field in the heart of New Orleans. In Profiler Files—a narrative investigation game with strong psychological elements—your choices, your instincts, and your analytical skills shape ev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Profiler Files - New Orleans.

Seven strangers descend beneath a remote island. A suspiciously timed cave-in seals the way out. And somewhere in the dark, the cave begins to whisper.Dr. Atlas Everly is a neuroscientist invited to research a strange property of a unique crystal found deep within an island cave. But when the expedition is cut off by a sudden cave-in, Atlas and six others are left trapped underground with no clear… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Advent: Dawn.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

A visual novel paired with point-and-click elements, Rakka distinguishes itself with its breadth of hand-drawn assets, detailed backgrounds, charming character art, and unique paper-cut style. Complimented by the art is the incredible original soundtrack; spearheaded by the minds behind The PMT, it oozes indie charm. Both serve in tandem, dragging the player into the character and dialogue driven … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAKKA: WAKE 01 - SOOT.

Step into the shoes of Jackie Hart, a paranormal investigator,  as she navigates a chilling mystery set in the shadowy streets and rooftops of modern Taiwan. A gruesome discovery on a hotel roof leads to a tangled web of ritualistic sacrifices, ancient folklore, and unearthly entities each with their own motivations and plans for Jackie. In this 2D point & click adventure, you'll: Investigate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jackie Hart: Headhunter.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

93% User Score Based on 322 reviews

Critic Score 95%Based on 2 reviews

an you mix a cocktail while eye-to-eye with a criminal? Find out in Best Served Cold, a murder mystery set in a bustling speakeasy where you serve customers, make friends and enemies, and solve crimes. At the Nightcap bar, prohibition is a killer… and so are some of your customers! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Best Served Cold.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

94% User Score Based on 53 reviews

There they stood all steeped in shame, another victim claimed in my name. The Murder Hotel is an interactive Murder Mystery Adventure with a huge twist: A scissors wielding demon is the murderer and you have to blame one of the human guests, forging a plausible theory how they could have done it. Feel free to call me Gastfenger. I'm the demonic hotelier, at your service. Oh, you w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Murder Hotel.

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.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

98% User Score Based on 165 reviews

With a big exam around the corner, Ariadne Jones has no time for distractions: not the party raging downstairs or the political debate on TV, and definitely not that weird philosophical afterlife she gets pulled into every time she sleeps... Pro Philosopher 2: Governments & Grievances is the long-awaited follow up the original Socrates Jones: Pro Philosopher, once again challenging the player in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pro Philosopher 2: Governments & Grievances.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

90% User Score Based on 80 reviews

'LumineNight' is a mystery adventure game set in the city of Summerset, USA, in the 1950s. You can play as Detective Kelvin Foster and his only daughter, self-proclaimed Detective Selen Foster, to unravel the secrets of a series of unresolved murders over a decade. Players need to investigate, solve puzzles and codes, infiltrate, interrogate, and deduce the truth, all based on the following fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LumineNight.

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.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 19,669 reviews

A brand new Sonic experience from the minds of the Sonic Social team: The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is a visual novel, point-and-click adventure! It's Amy Rose's birthday and she's hosting a murder mystery party on the Mirage Express. When Sonic becomes the game's victim, everyone is off to get to the bottom of things. However, something feels a bit off - is this really an innocent game or some… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 92 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

In this short point 'n' click adventure, you are Star Seeker - a WIZARD solving a WIZARD crime to not get put in WIZARD jail by the WIZ- I mean, PLAIN OLD cops. With a useless detective, countless red herrings, and unique dialogue for every evidence combination... will this case ever be cracked? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Seeker in: the Secret of the Sorcerous Standoff.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

100% User Score Based on 77 reviews

One hundred detectives compete against each other in a crime-solving competition. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Methods: The Detective Competition.

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.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

97% User Score Based on 207 reviews

Midnight, September 5th, 1997. The reclusive Detective Lambda and the Daemon of Records, Biblios, are the 7th and final pair of contestants in the 93rd Daemon Masquerade. Charged with uncovering the names and Daemonic powers of the other six competitors, they have only 7 days to unmask their opponents, or else they will be erased from existence. To make matters worse, it seems their adversaries ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DAEMON MASQUERADE.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

93% User Score Based on 147 reviews

Star Apprentice: Magical Murder Mystery is a danmaku-detective game that combines point-and-click style deduction with high octane bullet hell gameplay. Find evidence, interrogate suspects, and refute contradictions to solve the case! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Apprentice: Magical Murder Mystery.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

95% User Score Based on 4,353 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 30 reviews

Discover Paradise Killer on the official PlayStation website - trailer, versions, story details, game features and more If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paradise Killer.

Susan has woken up in a strange, coffin-like device, with no memory of who or where she is. Uncover the answers as you solve puzzles to escape the building in this sci-fi mystery investigation! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Artificial Nexus.

Unmasked Truths: Shattered Dreams is a murder mystery releasing episodically in 3 massive, fully voiced (English and Japanese) arcs. The first arc releases in late 2026. The immersive, character-focused storytelling and game mechanics aim to provide a fresh, modern take on nostalgic late ‘90s, ‘00s, and 2010’s-era murder mystery (and especially “killing game”) fan favorite series and games where … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unmasked Truths: Shattered Dreams.

● ABOUT THIS GAMEMisohagi Crossing is a visual novel adventure game set in a rural Japanese town, blending horror and mystery with a character-driven story. The game consists of three main styles of gameplay: visual novel sections, where you follow the story like a novel; adventure sections, where you explore the town, talk to its residents, and gather information; and escape-game sections, where… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Misohagi Crossing.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Murder on the Marine Express is a visual novel game and the first installment of The Mysteries of Ranko Togawa series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder on the Marine Express.