Games Like Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express

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 35.5%, Investigation 14.3%, Mystery 10.7%, Point & Click 7.6%, Historical 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title is the gold standard for detective games, offering complex investigation mechanics and the ability to make deductions that can lead to incorrect conclusions.

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

Why similar: Based On A Novel 32.3% ★, Detective 11%, Hidden Object 10.2%, Point & Click 8%, Investigation 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A direct thematic match that allows you to step into the shoes of a young Hercule Poirot as he navigates his first major investigation.

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 20.3%, Investigation 15.2%, Historical 12.8%, Thriller 12.8%, Point & Click 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant deduction game that requires players to piece together clues from static scenes to solve a series of interconnected, dark mysteries.

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 33.8% ★, Detective 11.7%, Hidden Object 11.4%, Point & Click 8.7%, Visual Novel 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Another faithful adaptation of Christie's work that emphasizes the classic detective process of gathering evidence and interrogating suspects.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 42.6%, Mystery 18.3%, Historical 12.1%, Puzzle 11.3%, Story Rich 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of investigative design that challenges you to deduce the fates of an entire ship's crew using only a magical pocket watch and your own observation skills.

Hercule Poirot is back in a brand-new adventure, set in the heart of London.

Why similar: Based On A Novel 31.4% ★, Hidden Object 11.3%, Detective 11%, Point & Click 8.5%, Visual Novel 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the polished detective formula with a focus on conversation-based investigation and environmental puzzle-solving.

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 22%, Text-Based 18.3%, Visual Novel 15.2%, Historical 14%, Mystery 10%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy mystery game that excels at courtroom drama and clever, logic-based puzzle sequences.

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 25.2%, Investigation 13.5%, Open World 12.7%, Thriller 11.6%, Mystery 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, open-world approach to investigation that rewards players for exploring their environment and piecing together clues manually.

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 28.8%, Point & Click 17.7%, Visual Novel 12%, Mystery 8.7%, Puzzle 8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and highly polished detective mystery that features excellent character interactions and clever logic puzzles.

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 30%, Investigation 16.5%, Open World 15.5%, Mystery 12.9%, Story Rich 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines classic detective investigation with a Lovecraftian atmosphere, providing a unique twist on the traditional mystery genre.

Investigate an infamous cold case in the eerie, abandoned town of Painscreek. Search for evidence, connect the dots and uncover who killed Vivian Roberts. Can you expose the truth behind this town’s dark secrets?

Why similar: Detective 21.9%, Investigation 18.6%, Mystery 11.1%, Open World 8.7%, Thriller 8%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive, non-linear investigation game that drops you into an abandoned town to solve a cold case without any hand-holding.

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 21%, Point & Click 14%, Mystery 11.4%, Historical 11%, Detective 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on intricate mechanical puzzles and exploration, perfect for those who enjoy the tactile puzzle elements of the seed game.

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

Why similar: Detective 17.5%, Point & Click 14.4%, Historical 13.1%, Investigation 11.5%, Mystery 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted adventure game that prioritizes story-rich exploration and environmental puzzle-solving.

"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 28.4%, Historical 13.4%, Investigation 11.7%, Puzzle 9.5%, Mystery 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated detective game that focuses on deduction and evidence-based storytelling in a historical setting.

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 24.4%, Point & Click 17.5%, Investigation 17.1%, Mystery 10.3%, Exploration 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A noir detective thriller with a strong narrative focus and moral choices that impact the outcome of the investigation.

Can you trust your own mind? Immerse yourself in a psychological thriller of a new kind, playing with the limits between reality and fantasy. Freely inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s universe.

Why similar: Thriller 30.6%, Detective 25.4%, Investigation 25.1%, Adventure 7.1%, Exploration 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological thriller that uses interactive-fiction elements to explore a complex mystery involving trauma and memory.

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 29.6%, Based On A Novel 24.9% ★, Point & Click 13.8%, Mystery 8%, Puzzle 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that provides a deep, traditional detective experience with challenging puzzles.

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 22.5%, Thriller 14.6%, Investigation 10.8%, Point & Click 9.5%, Mystery 9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a mix of investigation, stealth, and action sequences that keep the detective gameplay feeling varied.

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 21.9%, Investigation 17.1%, Point & Click 14.6%, Open World 12.7%, Mystery 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that encourages players to gather evidence at their own pace to build a case for a final trial.

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 31.3%, Mystery 16.9%, Puzzle 14.5%, Story Rich 10.6%, Visual Novel 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A creative puzzle-mystery game where you manipulate objects to uncover the truth behind your own murder.

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 23.4%, Point & Click 16.4%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Investigation 12.5%, Exploration 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted but engaging point-and-click mystery that emphasizes interviewing suspects and connecting clues.

'The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief' is a thrilling crime adventure in three chapters from the creators of 'The Book of Unwritten Tales'. Full of twists and turns, it immerses you in both sides of the story, combining thrill-of-the-chase whodunit with the risk and reward of a heist story. Paris, 1960.

Why similar: Point & Click 32.6%, Detective 30.6%, Mystery 14.1%, Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click adventure that captures the feel of a 1960s heist mystery with a strong narrative focus.

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Trains 32.6% ★, Detective 19.3%, Investigation 15%, Point & Click 14%, Mystery 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic point-and-click mystery set on a train, sharing the confined-setting charm of the seed game.

Welcome to the FDI. As our newest Operator, your role is to use your detective skills to assist our field agents and investigate mysterious crimes. Use cutting-edge FDI software to dig for clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth.

Why similar: Detective 24.9%, Investigation 18.6%, Thriller 16.9%, Point & Click 11.2%, Mystery 10%

Why You'll Like It: A modern investigative thriller that uses computer-based mechanics to uncover conspiracies and solve mysteries.

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: Historical 20.4%, Detective 19.7%, Point & Click 14.9%, Investigation 14%, Thriller 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A historical mystery game that blends pixel-art aesthetics with classic point-and-click investigation mechanics.

Explore a beautiful and Enigmatic Victorian Manor with a dark secret, In this gothic horror story first person exploration puzzle game filled with fine art, secret passages and mysterious mechanical puzzles playing as the executor of the last will from the enigmatic Railroad Magnate Hadley Strange.

Why similar: Mystery 17.3%, Exploration 15.6%, Puzzle 15.3%, Investigation 15.1%, First-Person 14%

Why You'll Like It: An escape-room style mystery that challenges players to explore a mansion and solve puzzles to uncover a family secret.

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 41.3%, Point & Click 22.6%, Mystery 14.3%, Puzzle 13.1%, Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric detective game that focuses on building a case board and connecting evidence to solve crimes.

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 27.7% ★, Hidden Object 9.3%, Detective 9.3%, Text-Based 8.6%, Point & Click 7%

In a third-person RPG detective story, set in Bavaria in 1866, the medical student Valentin Schmidt travels to Wolpertshofen, when a sudden death causes turmoil in the village. Use your skills, find clues and question the villagers to stop the murders.

Why similar: Detective 24.3%, Historical 17.4%, Investigation 14.1%, Mystery 11.4%, Third Person 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven detective game that focuses on atmospheric storytelling and historical crime investigation.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 96.8%, Detective 1.3%, Mystery 0.7%, Adventure 0.4%, Third Person 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling point-and-click mystery that features a strong protagonist and a dark, atmospheric investigation.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 32.5%, Detective 24.3%, Mystery 14.1%, Adventure 9.6%, Puzzle 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, classic detective thriller that follows two investigators across different time periods to solve a series of murders.

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 18.2%, Point & Click 14.5%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Third Person 9.7%, Investigation 8.9%

Become an apprentice of the famous Leonardo da Vinci. Solve handcrafted mechanical 3D puzzles and discover hidden secrets. Navigate through mesmerizing environments of the Italian Renaissance. Travel through time to influence your surroundings.

Why similar: Hidden Object 19.5%, Historical 19.5%, Detective 18%, Mystery 10.4%, Puzzle 7.8%

Solve intricate puzzles to activate Nikola Tesla's creations, restore Wardenclyffe Tower, and unlock hidden devices in his New York lab. Explore the Chicago World's Fair in this mind-bending puzzle adventure.

Why similar: Detective 17.4%, Hidden Object 16.3%, Investigation 13.5%, Point & Click 13.1%, Mystery 9%

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 36.5%, Detective 18.8%, Point & Click 15.8%, Adventure 11.4%, Puzzle 10.9%

A woman vanishes without a trace on a cross-country train. The catch? Nobody on board remembers her ever existing in the first place - nobody, except for you. Uncover the story in this mystery adventure game!

Why similar: Detective 31.3%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Trains 15.6% ★, Mystery 12.2%, Investigation 9.5%

Siberian Way is a detective thriller novel. Follow the dark non-linear story and decide how it can end! For all fans of snowy Siberia, Murder on the Orient Express and twisted plots, seasoned with mysticism.

Why similar: Historical 20.4%, Detective 18.1%, Text-Based 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Investigation 13.2%

The grand finale to The House of Da Vinci trilogy is here! Solve numerous new puzzles and mind benders and explore new mystifying locations of ravishing beauty.

Why similar: Historical 14.9%, Hidden Object 14.3%, Detective 13.3%, Investigation 11.5%, Point & Click 11.3%

Step aboard the 1914 Orient Express in this award-winning mystery adventure from Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner. Described as one of the best adventure games of all time, The Last Express is an intrigue-filled adventure set aboard the luxurious Orient Express.

Why similar: Trains 18.2% ★, Based On A Novel 18% ★, Point & Click 17.7%, Historical 12.8%, Detective 10.7%

Doomed Detective Game is a game in which you will play the role of a detective who has arrived in the city of Redrock to figure out a very mysterious crime. Your task is to explore the city, find clues, talk to the residents of the city and find the killer! P.S: Every city resident is an AI...

Why similar: Western 28.4% ★, Detective 16%, Hidden Object 15.9%, Investigation 9.8%, Puzzle 7.6%

Discover the youth of a legend - Experience the transformation of Arsene Lupin, from whimsical thief to legendary hero, in 'Arsene Lupin - Once a Thief', an adventure and investigation game freely adapted from the works of Maurice Leblanc, with its events unfolding in the early 20th century.

Why similar: Text-Based 17.2%, Detective 15.2%, Point & Click 14.5%, Historical 12.8%, Visual Novel 12%

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 19.5%, Based On A Novel 16.2% ★, Investigation 14.1%, Point & Click 12.9%, Mystery 9.5%

A series of murders is shocking Hollywood! Use your detective skills: search the crime scene, find clues, solve the mystery. Who is pulling the strings behind these Confidential Killings?

Why similar: Detective 20.3%, Investigation 14.9%, Point & Click 13.1%, Text-Based 11.8%, Hidden Object 10.5%

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 27.1%, Point & Click 15.5%, Historical 13.7%, Adventure 11.3%, Investigation 10.4%

🔍 Solve the mystery behind a shocking murder at Hotel Noir! 🕵️‍♂️ Search for hidden objects, uncover clues, and piece together the truth. But remember... trust no one!

Why similar: Hidden Object 21.6%, Detective 20.4%, Investigation 19.8%, Point & Click 15.9%, Exploration 9%

Explore familiar stories with Sherlock Holmes! Solve mysteries, find hidden objects, and play match-3 puzzles to restore classic tales. Join clans, take part in events, and uncover secrets across hundreds of detailed levels — the magnifying glass is in your hands!

Why similar: Based On A Novel 22.2% ★, Detective 17.4%, Hidden Object 15.6%, Historical 12.6%, Investigation 9.4%

Find the hidden fortune of Blackrock Manor. Discover the truth about the family deaths. In this mysterious Escape room, you will have to solve puzzles to find the hidden vault with the treasure. But you will find much more...

Why similar: Hidden Object 17.7%, Detective 14.9%, Investigation 14.3%, Point & Click 14%, Mystery 8.5%

Set off on a quest for the Great White Birds in a mysterious land full of secrets! Answer the call of exploration as you travel to Amerzone, a forgotten Latin American country, to fulfill the last wishes of a late explorer.

Why similar: Hidden Object 20.3%, Investigation 17.7%, Point & Click 15.6%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Exploration 9%

As Leonardo's apprentice, you will solve puzzles, uncover inventions, and search for hidden objects in 16th-century Florence. Use a unique device to glimpse the past and unravel mysteries. Encounter war machines, intricate lockboxes, and immersive room escapes inspired by Da Vinci's genius.

Why similar: Detective 16.8%, Hidden Object 16%, Historical 15.8%, Investigation 9.5%, Mystery 8.6%

A mystery visual novel taking place aboard the underwater train Marine Express. Follow student Ranko Togawa on her quest to find the culprit on the murder of an accompanying teacher... with lots of surprises along the way!

Why similar: Detective 27.8%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Text-Based 16.8%, Investigation 16.3%, Mystery 11.9%

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 32.3%, Mystery 15.2%, Visual Novel 15%, Puzzle 11.3%, Exploration 10.9%

Step into a living illustrated world in a time when Europe is at a crossroads of great religious and political change. Walk in the footsteps of Andreas Maler, a master artist who finds himself in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue in the Bavarian Alps.

Why similar: Historical 24.6%, Detective 18.1%, Investigation 17.8%, Point & Click 10.6%, Mystery 9.5%

How Far Would You Go to Escape the Past? Step into a story filled with danger, intrigue, and complicated relationships in Midnight in Salem, the new 3D mystery adventure with detective Nancy Drew. Time is short, and you, as Nancy Drew, must solve the mystery before the clock strikes midnight.

Why similar: Based On A Novel 25.1% ★, Detective 22.4%, Point & Click 13.1%, Mystery 10.3%, Hidden Object 8.7%

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 25.6%, Text-Based 17.4%, Investigation 17.1%, Point & Click 16.2%, Mystery 10.1%

The Wild Case is a 2D first-person point-and-click adventure. In this story-focused adventure, players meet a cast of colorful characters, experience mysterious encounters, and solve puzzles to progress through the game.

Why similar: Detective 18.5%, Text-Based 14.2%, Point & Click 13.5%, Thriller 11%, Investigation 9.6%

Confronted with fragmented narratives and deceptive persons of interest, you must isolate crucial evidence. Shatter logical loopholes from testimonies and reconstruct the crime scene from subtle clues. Can you survive this immersive battle of wits?

Why similar: Detective 35.6%, Point & Click 22.3%, Mystery 17.1%, Puzzle 12.7%, First-Person 7%

This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links guests together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder!

Why similar: Detective 20.9%, Investigation 18.4%, Mystery 15.1%, Historical 14.9%, Third Person 13%

Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in a first-person, single-player adventure. The year is 1937, sinister forces are scouring the globe for the secret to an ancient power connected to the Great Circle, and only one person can stop them - Indiana Jones™.

Why similar: Historical 22.8%, Investigation 14.4%, First-Person 12.3%, Open World 12.1%, Puzzle 11.4%

Discover the truth about Quern’s past, unfold the mysteries of its present, and be the explorer who shapes its future. Quern introduces reusable puzzle mechanics to the classic genre, making the player think about the game as a whole, and not just as a series of individual challenges.

Why similar: Investigation 14.7%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Point & Click 11.2%, Mystery 11.1%, Puzzle 9.6%

A murder mystery where you are the main suspect! An ambassador on a peace mission has been killed on board the Clawville Express. Time progresses as you sniff out clues, eavesdrop on conversations, and interrogate passengers. Can you solve the case before the train reaches the last station? Or else.

Why similar: Detective 20.8%, Trains 19.6% ★, Investigation 15.8%, Point & Click 14.2%, Visual Novel 12.3%