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Games Like A Matter of Murder: Second Stab

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The game is afoot. Again. A Matter of Murder: Second Stab is a roguelite detective puzzler where every playthrough serves up a fresh murder, a new web of lies, and another chance to prove your little grey cells are sharper than the killer’s knife.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: Worthing & Moncrieff
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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