Games Like Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot: The London Case

Discover an untold crime story from the mysterious youth of the famous detective Hercule Poirot.

Why similar: Based On A Novel 23.2% ★, Detective 10%, Hidden Object 8.8%, Isometric 8%, Crime 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This prequel offers a similar gameplay loop and character-focused mystery style within the same beloved franchise.

Step on board the legendary Orient Express and immerse yourself in the most famous detective suit in a race against the clock to unmask the murderer.

Why similar: Based On A Novel 31.2% ★, Detective 13.2%, Hidden Object 11.5%, Point & Click 8.3%, Visual Novel 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful adaptation that shares the same investigative mechanics and polished presentation as The London Case.

A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.

Why similar: Detective 26.2%, Investigation 15.9%, Crime 13.5%, Point & Click 13.1%, Mystery 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant logic-based mystery game that requires players to piece together complex events through careful observation.

Become the most celebrated detective of all time: Sherlock Holmes! Use your impressive talents as a detective to solve six thrilling and varied cases: murders, missing persons, spectacular thefts and numerous investigations that sometimes lead you into the realms of the fantastic.

Why similar: Detective 37.1%, Crime 15.9%, Investigation 12.1%, Mystery 9.3%, Point & Click 7%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for detective games, it features deep deduction boards and evidence-linking mechanics.

London, 1964. An ancient ruby is stolen from the British Museum. At the crime scene: a raven feather. Is somebody trying to follow in the footsteps of The Raven, the legendary master thief who disappeared years before?

Why similar: Detective 42.7%, Point & Click 30.3%, Mystery 15.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click mystery that captures the same sophisticated, period-piece atmosphere as Poirot's adventures.

A steampunk-ish detective adventure from the creator of A Golden Wake and Shardlight! Can you help private investigator Miles Fordham find justice for his clients and track down his partner's killer before his entire world comes apart?

Why similar: Detective 34.1%, Point & Click 21.8%, Mystery 13.1%, Third Person 12.6%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk detective adventure that emphasizes dialogue choices and investigation over traditional inventory puzzles.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 51.9%, Mystery 18.6%, Puzzle 12.1%, Story Rich 8.8%, Atmospheric 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of deduction that challenges you to identify the fates of crew members using only a magical pocket watch.

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Detective 26.2%, Dialogue Heavy 19.5%, Point & Click 16.2%, Investigation 16.1%, Mystery 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary point-and-click adventure that balances historical mystery with engaging investigation and puzzle-solving.

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Detective 30.2%, Crime 19.2%, Investigation 13.1%, Mystery 9.8%, Third Person 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an open-world approach to investigation, allowing for more freedom in how you gather and interpret clues.

BLACKSAD: Under the Skin - A dark corruption scandal in the heart of the New York City's underworld for charismatic detective John Blacksad!

Why similar: Detective 22.8%, Crime 18.2%, Point & Click 14.5%, Investigation 13%, Mystery 8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven detective game with a noir aesthetic that relies heavily on observation and conversation trees.

A thrilling point-and-click adventure game where you play as Di Renjie, ancient China's most famous and gifted investigator, as he tracks a serial killer in the heart of the Tang Dynasty's capital city.

Why similar: Detective 25%, Dialogue Heavy 18.7%, Point & Click 16.6%, Investigation 14.4%, Mystery 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A historical mystery set in ancient China that focuses on dialogue, deduction, and evidence gathering.

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Detective 23.9%, Point & Click 13%, Crime 11.8%, Dialogue Heavy 10.9%, Visual Novel 9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming mystery game featuring unique investigation mechanics and a cast of eccentric suspects to interview.

Hauma is a deduction visual novel set in Munich. Discover a conspiracy amongst the upper echelons of society alongside former detective Judith, while visiting real locations in a comic-inspired look.

Why similar: Detective 19.3%, Crime 14.5%, Investigation 11.2%, Visual Novel 10.4%, Dialogue Heavy 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visual-novel style detective game with a distinct comic-book aesthetic and a focus on deductive reasoning.

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Detective 26.1%, Crime 17.2%, Investigation 10.2%, Point & Click 9.7%, Mystery 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional investigation with action-oriented segments to provide a varied detective experience.

JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.

Why similar: Detective 28.4%, Crime 21.4%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Mystery 11.1%, Puzzle 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric adventure game that features a strong investigative focus and a charming, hand-drawn art style.

Paradise Island, a world outside reality. There’s been a murder that only "investigation freak" Lady Love Dies can solve. Gather evidence and interrogate suspects in this open world adventure. You can accuse anyone, but you’ll have to prove your case in trial. It’s up to you to decide who’s guilty.

Why similar: Detective 24.8%, Crime 20.3%, Investigation 15.7%, Point & Click 14.6%, Mystery 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world investigation game where you must gather evidence to build a case for a surreal murder trial.

Become the greatest detective of all time in The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a twisting, turning investigation game set in a faithfully-reproduced London of 1898. As Sherlock Holmes, you must find clues, interrogate suspects and unveil a mystery in a story full of twists!

Why similar: Detective 32.4%, Based On A Novel 21.5% ★, Point & Click 13.3%, Mystery 7.2%, Puzzle 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional adventure game that focuses on crime scene analysis and logical deduction in a Victorian setting.

Embark on a quest for identity through time, as you piece together the puzzle of two lives.

Why similar: Detective 23.8%, Point & Click 17.3%, Investigation 12.6%, Mystery 10.1%, Puzzle 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, narrative-rich adventure that features intricate puzzles and a deep, unfolding mystery.

Join the District Crime Agency in this isometric, modern noir deduction thriller. Explore crime scenes in complex dioramas, organize your evidence effectively, and blur the lines between right and wrong to present your case. Do you have what it takes to be a real detective?

Why similar: Detective 27.1%, Crime 20%, Isometric 18.7%, Point & Click 13.1%, Mystery 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric detective game that tasks you with linking evidence on a corkboard to solve complex crimes.

From the makers of the 2012 Game of the Year: The Walking Dead, comes a thriller based on the award-winning Fables comic books. As Bigby Wolf you will discover that a brutal, bloody murder is just a taste of things to come in a game series where your every decision can have enormous consequences.

Why similar: Detective 37.8%, Point & Click 18.7%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Story Rich 10%, Mystery 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, narrative-heavy detective story where your choices significantly impact the investigation and character relationships.

Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.

Why similar: Detective 30.3%, Isometric 18.4%, Political 12.8% ★, Point & Click 11.4%, Story Rich 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an unparalleled depth of dialogue and character-driven investigation within a unique, surreal world.

The award-winning point-and-click adventure returns in the Director's Cut with an extended story, additional puzzles, and new areas to explore. Witness the rise of an iconic detective as you uncover a dark and sinister truth hiding behind the calm exterior of a small rural town.

Why similar: Detective 26.3%, Point & Click 17.2%, Investigation 14.9%, Mystery 9.6%, Visual Novel 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click mystery that delivers a compelling, character-driven story with a 90s aesthetic.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 27.7%, Detective 23.7%, Crime 18.5%, Mystery 11.4%, Puzzle 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, gritty detective thriller that features a compelling dual-timeline investigation mechanic.

A thrilling blend of adventure, mystery, and history! Play as Nancy Drew to uncover the truth behind the theft of a client's heirloom necklace. Solve challenging puzzles, uncover a sinister web of cyber crime, and sleuth through Prague's mysterious streets entwined with medieval legends and alchemy.

Why similar: Detective 22.8%, Based On A Novel 15% ★, Investigation 13.4%, Point & Click 13.4%, Mystery 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A long-running mystery series that excels at providing challenging puzzles and immersive investigation environments.

After a tragic accident, neurobiologist Dr. David Styles has become a recluse, rarely leaving his home, the Dread Hill House. One day, Samantha Everett, a street magician, appears at Dr. Style's doorstep just as he is seeking a new assistant.

Why similar: Point & Click 52.1%, Mystery 14.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Story Rich 8.2%, Puzzle 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game from the creator of Gabriel Knight that blends mystery with supernatural elements.

Murder. Nothin’ nice about it. In this old school detective adventure, step into the boots of whip-smart Inspector Waffles and travel the city to track hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects, and unravel a dangerous mystery. But be warned: curiosity killed the cat...

Why similar: Detective 21.6%, Crime 19.6%, Point & Click 12.4%, Hidden Object 11.4%, Investigation 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and well-written point-and-click detective adventure that pays homage to classic genre tropes.

Death on the Nile is an adventure-detective game, offering a fresh twist on Agatha Christie’s famous story. Set in the lively 1970s, play as Hercule Poirot and detective Jane Royce as they solve two connected mysteries. Dive into a journey filled with intrigue, deception, and unexpected revelations.

Why similar: Based On A Novel 30.9% ★, Detective 13.1%, Hidden Object 12.5%, Point & Click 8.7%, Visual Novel 8%

Spot the lie and beat the liars in 'Contradiction' - the all-video murder mystery adventure!

Why similar: Detective 25.4%, Crime 20.9%, Investigation 14.6%, Point & Click 12.4%, Mystery 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A live-action investigation game that requires you to find inconsistencies in witness testimony through careful questioning.

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Detective 41.5%, Investigation 18.5%, Mystery 14.9%, Story Rich 10.7%, Atmospheric 5.7%

FBI agent Erica Reed has an uncanny talent: she can see the past and piece together how a crime unfolded. But not even this sixth sense could save her younger brother, Scott, from a brutal serial killer. Three years later, the investigation into Scott’s murder has gone cold -- but Erica’s work has only just begun.

Why similar: Detective 29.1%, Crime 21%, Point & Click 20%, Mystery 12%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural detective adventure that utilizes unique investigative abilities to solve cold cases.

The ABC Murders is an adventure and investigation game adapted from the classic Agatha Christie novel. You are the famous private detective Hercule Poirot and, once again, you find yourself up against a mysterious serial killer who goes by the name of "ABC".

Why similar: Based On A Novel 28.1% ★, Detective 12.3%, Hidden Object 11.4%, Crime 8.2%, Point & Click 8%

Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.

Why similar: Detective 33.6%, Visual Novel 21%, Mystery 12.5%, Dialogue Heavy 11.6%, Story Rich 7%

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: Detective 23.5%, Crime 19.3%, Investigation 17.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Mystery 9.8%

A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.

Why similar: Detective 21%, Crime 15.8%, Dialogue Heavy 13.2%, Point & Click 11.7%, Visual Novel 11.3%

Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America’s 34th most haunted city. Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 9 chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.

Why similar: Detective 25.7%, Point & Click 15.5%, Investigation 11.3%, Visual Novel 9.7%, Mystery 9.4%

Detective Grimoire has been called to investigate a murder. The owner of a small tourist attraction, seemingly killed by the mythical creature his attraction is based around... Explore the area, inspect the crime scene, grill suspects, solve puzzles, hunt for clues & uncover the secret of the swamp!

Why similar: Detective 19.4%, Dialogue Heavy 13.4%, Crime 12.2%, Point & Click 12.1%, Visual Novel 10.1%

Recognized as one of the best licenses in gaming and lauded by the press, Sherlock Holmes is back with an investigation that is sure to be the most horrifying of the series. The famous detective stands against the most dangerous serial killer England has ever known - Jack the Ripper.

Why similar: Detective 39.7%, Point & Click 20%, Investigation 12.3%, Mystery 10.4%, Adventure 8.5%

This new Sherlock Holmes game sends us to 19th Century London where Arséne Lupin, a young French burglar with an impressive track record, has just challenged Scotland Yard and the most famous of detectives - Sherlock Holmes.

Why similar: Detective 44%, Point & Click 20.3%, Mystery 9.9%, Investigation 9.8%, Adventure 8.2%

Help Sherlock Holmes, the famed detective, investigate the legend of a supernatural hound on the fog-shrouded moorland in England of the 19th century. Immerse yourself into the dangerous world of diabolical curse and discover the truth of the monstrous creature.

Why similar: Hidden Object 39.1%, Detective 21.2%, Point & Click 15.7%, Puzzle 10.7%, Adventure 6.6%

"Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 42.9%, Investigation 14.4%, Puzzle 12.7%, Mystery 10.6%, Story Rich 9.4%

Rediscover the clockpunk universe of Benoît Sokal in this fully remastered version of the first Syberia game. Join Kate Walker and Oscar, a strange and charming automaton, in pursuit of the brilliant inventor Hans Voralberg, and embark on an adventure more immersive and poetic than ever.

Why similar: Detective 22.7%, Point & Click 16.1%, Visual Novel 14%, Third Person 10.3%, Investigation 9%

3D Escape Room: Detective Story is an immersive 3D puzzle game that takes you to 1930s London. In the game, you play as an insightful private detective, searching for clues in realistic 3D environments, solving intricate puzzles and mini-games, and cracking bizarre cases.

Why similar: Hidden Object 26.3%, Point & Click 23.9%, Mystery 16.1%, Puzzle 13.7%, Atmospheric 5.4%

Enter The House of Da Vinci, a new must-try 3D puzzle adventure game. Solve mechanical puzzles, discover hidden objects, escape from rooms and dive into the authentic atmosphere of the Renaissance. Use all your wits to find out what's behind your master's disappearance.

Why similar: Hidden Object 26.4%, Point & Click 16.4%, Detective 12.6%, Mystery 12.5%, Puzzle 10.3%

A mysterious woman comes back from the dead, and the dusty past surfaces. Between a gloomy student girl and a glamorous ex-girlfriend, the clues are intertwined, who is the mastermind behind the scene? Play as a detective heroine in 1935 London, embark on a journey of love and growth.

Why similar: Detective 22.1%, Crime 17.6%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Point & Click 15.3%, Investigation 11.7%

The Sherlock Holmes series returns with this updated version of The Awakened, which brings a whole new dimension to the original title developed by Frogwares. The game puts the player into an investigation of the Cthulhu Mythos - as imagined by Father of modern horror, H.P. Lovecraft.

Why similar: Detective 45.2%, Point & Click 20.3%, Investigation 11.1%, Mystery 9.5%, Adventure 8.5%

Entertaining plunge into the world of debauched elites, alluring women and corrupted cops, where power is the ultimate currency. This is a thrilling introduction to the brand new Hidden Object Game series in the tradition of best police dramas.

Why similar: Detective 26.7%, Hidden Object 26.3%, Point & Click 14.2%, Mystery 10.5%, Adventure 8.8%

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: Detective 27.2%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Crime 15.1%, Investigation 14.8%, Mystery 8.8%

Connected Clue is a quarter-view detective adventure game inspired by the atmosphere of 19th-century mystery novels. Gather clues, see through lies, and uncover the identity of the culprit shrouded in secrecy!

Why similar: Detective 22.6%, Crime 18.9%, Isometric 16.4%, Point & Click 12.6%, Investigation 12.2%

A private investigator, tracking a missing person, uncovers a conspiracy between humans and androids and a secret that could change everything. Neon Hearts City is a retro point-and-click adventure that thrusts you into a grungy cyberpunk city of the future.

Why similar: Detective 24.9%, Point & Click 16.9%, Crime 15.5%, Investigation 14.9%, Puzzle 8.5%

Step into the shoes of Alfred Fox, a private eye with a knack for getting into trouble, and confront the danger looming over your old flame, Barbara Le Purr. Using your own intuition and wide investigation techniques you will follow the intrigue and face many, sometimes deadly, consequences.

Why similar: Detective 22.2%, Hidden Object 21.9%, Crime 16.5%, Point & Click 13.4%, Mystery 7.4%

A wild tale of conspiracy, loss, friendship, and... chickens?! Two rooster detectives are about to venture into the insect underworld to uncover a worldwide conspiracy, while also battling their inherent demons in this animal noir adventure satire.

Why similar: Detective 17.7%, Crime 13.7%, Point & Click 10.9%, Investigation 10.3%, Dialogue Heavy 10%

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Detective 23.9%, Point & Click 23.6%, Mystery 12.8%, Puzzle 12%, Story Rich 9.9%

Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.

Why similar: Detective 31.2%, Visual Novel 15%, Crime 13.5%, Mystery 9.3%, Point & Click 8.4%

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the classic puzzle-solving mystery adventure directed by Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi, is back! This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound and new gallery content.

Why similar: Detective 34.2%, Mystery 15.3%, Puzzle 13.9%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Story Rich 9.7%

The Award-winning detective saga returns in this standalone sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol. Uncover the truth behind 20 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not.

Why similar: Detective 28.3%, Investigation 18%, Crime 16.5%, Mystery 11.8%, Puzzle 8.1%

Step into the mind of John Morley, a 1940s detective on his final case. Explore shadowed places long forgotten by time, and piece together crime scenes in a narrative adventure steeped in mystery, unexpected twists, and a truth buried for decades.

Why similar: Detective 41.6%, Mystery 14.5%, Puzzle 13.1%, Story Rich 10.1%, Atmospheric 6.7%

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Detective 26.8%, Point & Click 22.9%, Mystery 12.6%, Puzzle 10.1%, Investigation 9.9%

Agent Nelson Tethers just solved his biggest case yet. So why isn't he satisfied? Venture back to eerie Scoggins, Minnesota to solve the mystery of "the Hidden People" once and for all!

Why similar: Detective 34.4%, Point & Click 21.5%, Puzzle 12%, Mystery 9.7%, Story Rich 8.6%

Go Undercover in Paris and Unravel a Case in Style!

Why similar: Based On A Novel 34% ★, Detective 14.6%, Crime 10.4%, Point & Click 9.7%, Investigation 9.4%

New adventures of famous detective Holmes are waiting for you! Investigate with Holmes in England and India to reveal the mysterious crime. Attractive locations, intriguing mini-games and hidden object puzzles will not let you be bored.

Why similar: Detective 29.3%, Hidden Object 24.8%, Crime 18%, Point & Click 10.8%, Puzzle 7.3%