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A detective game that combines written, audio, visual and meta-game puzzles to create an enthralling experience. It plays for roughly 2-3 hours.

Why similar: Investigation 58.1%, Puzzle 17.5%, Story Rich 12.3%, 2D 7.9%, Indie 2.2%

In this short prologue of mystery and intrigue, Eric Foy wakes up to a strange phone call from his wife, Audrey, she is missing from their bed and pregnant with their first child. As Eric braves the storm, he finds remnants of his wife's belongings.

Why similar: Investigation 63%, Story Rich 20.5%, Puzzle 12.1%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 2.1%

The first 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. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

Why similar: Investigation 47.6%, Visual Novel 29.2%, Puzzle 9.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, 2D 3.5%

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. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

Why similar: Investigation 42.9%, Visual Novel 30%, Puzzle 11.6%, Story Rich 8.6%, 2D 3.2%

Look through someone else’s computer. Inspired by early “escape room” flash games.

Why similar: Investigation 40.1%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Puzzle 17.3%, Story Rich 14.1%, Indie 2.4%

This game is based on the theme of love & light reasoning. Even if you choose the wrong option, it will not lead to game over. It is very suitable for casual players who like love reasoning but don't want to waste their brain cells.

Why similar: Investigation 57.2%, Visual Novel 26.5%, Puzzle 7.2%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 1.6%

The second 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. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

Why similar: Investigation 44.2%, Visual Novel 31.2%, Story Rich 14.3%, Puzzle 6.2%, 2D 3.2%

The fourth 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. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

Why similar: Investigation 43.3%, Visual Novel 30.5%, Story Rich 12.1%, Puzzle 7.2%, 2D 3.5%

Top detectives from all over the world are gathered to solve the ultimate world-threatening mystery. Examine clues and piece together deductions in this thrilling visual novel — a direct sequel to Methods: The Detective Competition.

Why similar: Investigation 53.9%, Visual Novel 32.6%, Story Rich 6.9%, 2D 5.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Idrscape is a first-person solo game, search and analyze the clues to find the codes and keys that will allow you to get out of the building as quickly as possible.

Why similar: Investigation 74.6%, Puzzle 22.2%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. The game follows Zhang Xiaochen, investigates unsolved cases and comes into his own as a hero. He must rely on his wits and razor-sharp tongue to best his opponents, find the culprit and ensure justice prevails!

Why similar: Investigation 41.2%, Visual Novel 27.9%, Story Rich 12%, Puzzle 11.5%, 2D 4%

This is a detective adventure game. About 2 hours to complete. Find the murderer!

Why similar: Investigation 56.9%, Visual Novel 29.9%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Miles Edgeworth's dramatic turnabouts take center stage! Experience both Ace Attorney Investigations games in one gorgeous collection! Investigate crime scenes and solve tough, intriguing cases through logic and deduction. When Edgeworth's past and present collide, his future begins!

Why similar: Investigation 55.2%, Visual Novel 23.7%, Story Rich 11.3%, 2D 6%, Puzzle 2.1%

On Air! Taxi Detective Casebook is a pixel-art, dialogue-driven mystery game. You’re an AI in a taxi, teaming up with a talkative driver on late-night runs to hear bizarre passenger stories, solve cases in secret, and let him play the “great detective.”

Why similar: Investigation 46.9%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Puzzle 11.4%, Story Rich 10.7%, 2D 3.8%

A visual novel about grief, memory and acceptance. Nayara is a painter of memories: she digs into her clients’ minds to change or even erase their memories. One day she realizes she has altered her own memory. What was so painful or unbearable that she wanted to forget it for good?

Why similar: Investigation 45.5%, Visual Novel 31.6%, Puzzle 8.9%, Story Rich 6%, 2D 4.6%

[IS THE GIRL IN THE MANOR ALIVE OR DEAD?] Investigate an abandoned manor, gather evidence, and make choices that affect both the past and future in this mystery point-and-click adventure.

Why similar: Investigation 50.8%, Visual Novel 24.2%, Story Rich 10.3%, Puzzle 7.4%, 2D 7%

A dark, story-rich puzzle adventure where every clue matters. Think carefully, read with attention, and make meaningful choices and be ready to act fast when danger strikes to uncover the truth and save your daughter.

Why similar: Investigation 75.7%, Story Rich 11%, Puzzle 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Indie 1.2%

You wake up in a locked classroom with a few strangers and no memories of how you got there... With only your puzzle-solving skills to rely on, can you uncover the secrets and mysteries behind your captivity and escape? Put your skills to the test and escape if you can!!

Why similar: Investigation 46.4%, Visual Novel 21%, Puzzle 11.4%, Story Rich 10.4%, 2D 5.1%

You will have to investigate and find the exits while you are in the company of silence and emptiness. Will you be able to stay calm even when there are more questions than answers? Will you make it to the end? Good luck!

Why similar: Investigation 62.9%, Puzzle 19.3%, Story Rich 12.7%, Indie 2.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%

In Neither Dead or Alive, you awaken as a skeleton brought back to life by a young, overzealous necromancer. But something went wrong—you retained your will, your mind, and your burning desire for freedom. Trapped within the ominous castle of your creator, your journey to escape begins.

Why similar: Investigation 51.6%, Visual Novel 28%, Story Rich 9.8%, 2D 6.5%, Indie 2.1%

WHODUNNIT is a mystery visual novel following a man who must answer a burning question: who the hell did he hook up with last night?

Why similar: Investigation 50%, Visual Novel 28.4%, Story Rich 13.8%, 2D 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

A multiplayer adventure game where you and your friends work together to investigate mysterious incidents. Explore freely through a stage where the story unfolds in real time, connect clues with your teammates, and take on the challenge of solving the case.

Why similar: Investigation 57.2%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 0.9%

Investigate a murder as the first goblin detective in a comedic fantasy world without magic...where a wizard is the prime suspect!

Why similar: Investigation 62.8%, Visual Novel 19%, Puzzle 8.4%, Story Rich 5.7%, 2D 1.9%

Five girls meet in an isolated underground city. As they slay and betray each other, what fate awaits them at the end of their journey? Hope? Or despair? Enjoy an immersive story, fully voiced and boasting multiple endings!

Why similar: Visual Novel 35%, Investigation 32.7%, Story Rich 14.8%, Puzzle 13.6%, 2D 3%

Twelve years after Senior Inspector Jeon Gyeong's retirement, she is visited by a young police officer: a woman who pleads with her to reexamine Seowon's case. But with each uncovered memory, only one thing becomes clear: everyone in Seowon's vicinity was lying.

Why similar: Investigation 49%, Visual Novel 23.8%, Story Rich 11.4%, Puzzle 11.4%, 2D 4.3%

Famous detective Kosuke Kindaichi's first case, the Honjin Murder Mystery. Honjin descendant Kenzo Ichiyanagi and his new wife Katsuko Kubo lay dead in a bed of blood on the night of their wedding. Kosuke Kindaichi searches for the truth about this locked room murder mystery. However...

Why similar: Investigation 44.2%, Visual Novel 25.4%, Story Rich 11.6%, Puzzle 11.5%, 2D 5.7%

终年雾气笼罩的山区，封闭化管理的神秘高中，张泊岩作为转校生来到这个世界。凶案发生，自称雾之境主的凶手游荡在校园中。死亡步步逼近，反抗还是逃离？您将通过主角张泊岩的视角，最终揭示真相。

Why similar: Investigation 38.5%, Visual Novel 33.5%, Puzzle 14.9%, 2D 7.1%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Mystery detective with eye-catching pixel art graphics. Gather clues, solve riddles, and collect unexpected and interesting game endings!

Why similar: Investigation 50.3%, Visual Novel 24%, Story Rich 10.8%, 2D 6.8%, Puzzle 6.1%

Spot the difference in the 3 given photos and survive for six minutes! Take too long to spot enough discrepancies and you lose to the fear meter!

Why similar: Investigation 64.2%, Puzzle 19.7%, 2D 10.6%, Indie 2.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%

In this story-rich detective game, uncover clues through a card-like system to solve a series of bizarre murders. Combine pieces of evidence to build your case against the most likely culprit from within an eclectic cast of unusual characters.

Why similar: Investigation 54.6%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Story Rich 11.4%, Puzzle 11.1%, 2D 3.5%

A short solo developed psychological narrative horror game where you close your eyes to reveal a hidden layer of reality, the REDSHIFT. Uncover the secrets of the facility, Tower 7, and survive what hunts you within the REDSHIFT.

Why similar: Investigation 79.4%, Story Rich 13.3%, Indie 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.7%

A group of students from Falica High School have been dared by their classmate and class president Wade Severstone. Solving the mysteries that spread from generation to generation once and for all.

Why similar: Investigation 39.3%, Visual Novel 26.7%, Puzzle 12.1%, Story Rich 11.1%, 2D 7.2%

Flower in Us is a short, story-driven mystery adventure that invites players to unravel hidden secrets.

Why similar: Investigation 49.3%, Visual Novel 23.8%, Puzzle 11.7%, Story Rich 10.5%, 2D 3.5%

Among the 18 people who have a heart of justice, there is an evil that seeks murder. It is a mysterious and malicious death game of justice ADV. This is a free game made by an individual. Please note that this is an unfinished work.

Why similar: Investigation 59.5%, Visual Novel 31.7%, 2D 4.9%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Yakuza Cats is a graphic adventure set in a 100% feline Tokyo. This original world mixes Ukiyo-e art with Gen Z aesthetics. It is a coming of age story that puts the player through different ethical choices while tackling themes such as identity and prejudice.

Why similar: Investigation 40.2%, Visual Novel 35.8%, Story Rich 12.4%, 2D 10.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%

A murder-mystery visual novel about a young man who inherits a charming English hotel. Some would say he’s fortunate, but with a growing list of unexplained disasters and murder, has his luck finally run out?

Why similar: Investigation 51.7%, Visual Novel 29.3%, Story Rich 12.9%, 2D 3.1%, Indie 2%

"Hold on!" A court battle game set in ancient China's Song Dynasty! In the government office of Lin'an County during the Song Dynasty of ancient China, many bizarre murder cases occurred! The protagonist engages in intense court battles with the county captain of Lin'an to find the real culprit!

Why similar: Investigation 42.1%, Visual Novel 28.7%, Puzzle 12.1%, Story Rich 11.2%, 2D 3%

Hack Into God

Why similar: Investigation 49.9%, Visual Novel 36.3%, Story Rich 12.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of 3 games! This title features 16 episodes (including previously DLC-only episodes) and supports English, French, German, Japanese Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese.

Why similar: Investigation 50.6%, Visual Novel 34.5%, Story Rich 11%, Singleplayer 2%, Puzzle 1.9%

Dive into a world of mystery and wonder in Shattered Dimension. As an unexpected investigator, you're plunged into a labyrinthine plot filled with enigmatic puzzles and intriguing characters.Uncover hidden truths by engaging in conversations and following the intricate web of relationships.

Why similar: Investigation 66.9%, Puzzle 11.4%, Story Rich 11.4%, 2D 4.6%, Indie 4.4%

Seventy-eight years after the Great Collapse, the city of Belmarc stands as a beacon of civilization amid the ruins. A city where magic and technology intertwine, where humans and machines coexist. And in its depths, one Courier begins to chase the forgotten sins of the past.

Why similar: Investigation 40%, Visual Novel 27.2%, Story Rich 13.7%, Puzzle 10.5%, 2D 5.6%

Scarlet Hood must lead a hapless Munchkin troupe through the Wicked Wood. Too bad the Black Witch, LeFaba, doesn't take too kindly to strangers gallivanting in her domain. Our fledgling witch soon realizes she's reliving the same day. Can she overcome the disaster that awaits at every turn?

Why similar: Investigation 54.3%, Visual Novel 26.3%, Story Rich 6%, 2D 5.9%, Puzzle 4.8%

Be forced to expand your knowledge through various mini-games in a timeless limbo. Memorize, Deduce, and survive the suffocating darkness in this atmospheric horror game!

Why similar: Investigation 71.8%, Story Rich 16.4%, Puzzle 9.5%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

You play as pharaoh Horem during the 18th dynasty of Egypt. You have to balance your work and home life as the living embodiment of a god, how hard could it be? What is right and wrong? Can there be an allowance for a lapse in judgment? Can you forge a path to getting to sleep peacefully each night?

Why similar: Investigation 54%, Visual Novel 32%, 2D 7.5%, Story Rich 6.5%

Rookie human detective and energetic zombie detective, a mismatched buddy tackle mysterious cases! Get to the truth with the zombie's super powers and human deductive skills in this Japanese mystery ADV! Now on release!

Why similar: Investigation 50.8%, Visual Novel 27.9%, Story Rich 13.4%, 2D 6.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

The second retro-style travel mystery adventure! This game is a suspense command ADV set in Akita's Oga region in Japan.The character designer is a manga artist Kiyokazu Arai, following his previous work "Iseshima Mystery Annai".

Why similar: Investigation 62.1%, Visual Novel 28.5%, 2D 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%

You play as Olivia Sasaki, a new student who moved to Japan all the way from America. Meet new friends and search for lost things, you might just end up finding yourself along the way!

Why similar: Investigation 53.1%, Visual Novel 26.7%, Puzzle 12.8%, 2D 7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

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!

Why similar: Investigation 46.1%, Visual Novel 25.5%, Story Rich 13%, Puzzle 12.3%, Indie 2.2%

A narrative-driven sci-fi mystery. Switch between four playable protagonists trapped in an island mansion to explore, investigate, piece together clues from their mysterious past, and uncover the truth behind their predicament.

Why similar: Investigation 44.6%, Visual Novel 26%, Story Rich 14.6%, Puzzle 11.9%, Indie 1.5%

Deep night, famous suspense novelist fell from the balcony, leaving his young wife an enormous heritage. Accident, or calculated murder?Novelist's nephew secretly began investigation.He found a hidden manuscript, which contains a creep story, as well as the key clues concerning its author's death.

Why similar: Investigation 44.7%, Visual Novel 24.6%, Story Rich 12.6%, Puzzle 12%, 2D 4.3%

Follow Alice during the investigation about her husband

Why similar: Investigation 44.9%, Visual Novel 26.5%, Puzzle 12.3%, 2D 8.4%, Story Rich 7.6%

Mystery of Silence is a point-and-click adventure where William, a young writer in search of inspiration, enters an abbey shrouded in silence. What William finds within those walls is not just a story to tell, but a secret that should never be discovered.

Why similar: Investigation 62.2%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Story Rich 8.2%, 2D 6.2%, Indie 1.8%

Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.

Why similar: Investigation 60.4%, Story Rich 17.8%, Puzzle 17%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%

A gripping detective noir mystery that blends investigation and deduction with a rich, character-driven story. The Murder of Ava Monroe is cozy, twisty, and oozing with atmosphere.

Why similar: Investigation 39%, Visual Novel 29.7%, Puzzle 15.1%, 2D 8.2%, Story Rich 6.7%

Travel to a remote town in Alaska and uncover the truth behind reported sightings of a mythical creature from ancient Inuit folklore. A Choose Your Own Adventure mystery set in the 1950s, inspired by classic monster movies and Amiga's "It Came from the Desert".

Why similar: Investigation 52.4%, Visual Novel 28.1%, Story Rich 9.8%, 2D 6.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Ironic point & click adventure where a once brilliant detective quits his trade and lands a job in IT to make a living. But even in the seemingly mundane world of office life, there are secrets to be uncovered. Navigate through puzzles, quirky colleagues, and intrigues to crack corporate mysteries.

Why similar: Investigation 49.3%, Visual Novel 22.8%, Story Rich 13.5%, Puzzle 11.8%, 2D 1.8%

[Telltale - Casino Murder] is a full-voice indie mystery game with the youngest lawyer, Kang Ho-yeon, who reveals the truth of the casino murder case and achieves innocence at trial.

Why similar: Investigation 52.4%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Puzzle 14.2%, Story Rich 10.2%, 2D 4.2%

Methods: The Canada Files is a mystery visual novel. You play as a team of eccentric detectives in a mysterious crime-solving competition. To solve each mystery, you must use your team member’s unique detective methods, refute faulty theories with evidence, and find out the truth!

Why similar: Investigation 52.2%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Story Rich 10.6%, Puzzle 8.7%, 2D 6.3%

A point-and-click visual novel about unlikely friendship and loss of identity

Why similar: Investigation 54%, Visual Novel 27.8%, Story Rich 9.6%, 2D 7.5%, Indie 0.5%

The thrilling final installment of Dark One!'s hit visual novel series! Hapless protagonist Yamada is once again at the mercy of the tender depredations of the world's worst staff of nurses... and this time, it's up close and personal with the ruthless Head Nurse who dominates all the rest!

Why similar: Investigation 52.6%, Visual Novel 28.8%, Story Rich 12.7%, 2D 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%