Games Like Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders

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 50%, Mystery 11.8%, Crime 9%, Point & Click 8.2%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title is the gold standard for detective games, offering complex investigation mechanics and a deduction board that mirrors the logical process of Hercule Poirot.

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

Why similar: Detective 46.1%, Mystery 14.6%, Point & Click 12.5%, Investigation 9.7%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This prequel offers a similar investigative experience to the seed game, focusing on a younger Poirot solving mysteries through dialogue and environmental observation.

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 37.6%, Point & Click 16.1%, Mystery 14.5%, Investigation 10.7%, Crime 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a brilliant, pure deduction experience that challenges your ability to piece together complex narratives from static crime scenes.

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 41.9%, Point & Click 15%, Based On A Novel 13.6% ★, Adventure 9.6%, Mystery 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style adventure that emphasizes puzzle-solving and investigation within a gritty, atmospheric Victorian setting.

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 40.8%, Point & Click 19.2%, Mystery 9.8%, Crime 8.6%, Noir 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This charming detective adventure features excellent character writing and a unique interface for connecting clues during interrogations.

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 50.3%, Mystery 15.4%, Crime 13.6%, Investigation 10.3%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the detective formula into an open-world setting while maintaining the core focus on gathering evidence and making moral judgments.

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: Detective 37.8%, Point & Click 21.2%, Crime 11.8%, Mystery 10.9%, Investigation 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern adaptation of the classic novel that offers a fresh perspective on one of the most famous mysteries in literature.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 62.4%, Mystery 21.2%, Puzzle 6.9%, Adventure 3.2%, Story Rich 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of deduction that requires you to use logic and observation to identify the fates of crew members on a ghost ship.

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 38.1%, Point & Click 20.6%, Mystery 10.1%, Crime 10.1%, Investigation 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A delightful point-and-click mystery that focuses on interviewing eccentric suspects and exploring a mysterious swamp-side hotel.

'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: Detective 33%, Point & Click 26.9%, Mystery 12%, Adventure 12%, Crime 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the classic 'whodunit' atmosphere perfectly, featuring a compelling mystery set against a backdrop of 1960s Europe.

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.5%, Detective 22.6%, Mystery 18.5%, Adventure 15.4%, Puzzle 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential mystery adventure that blends deep historical research with a compelling, dark narrative.

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 39.8%, Point & Click 12.8%, Mystery 12.5%, Crime 11%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the tradition of the Frogwares series with cinematic investigation sequences and challenging moral dilemmas.

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 42.4%, Point & Click 23.5%, Mystery 15.4%, Adventure 8.4%, Noir 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This steampunk detective game allows you to solve cases in multiple ways, emphasizing player choice and investigation over traditional puzzles.

MURDERED: SOUL SUSPECT™ takes players into a whole new realm of mystery where the case is personal and the clues just out of reach, challenging gamers to solve the hardest case of all… their own murder.

Why similar: Detective 60.6%, Mystery 12.3%, Crime 8.2%, Adventure 8%, Noir 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique twist on the detective genre by tasking you with solving your own murder as a ghost.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 28.7%, Detective 28%, Mystery 12.8%, Adventure 11.8%, Crime 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mature mystery adventure that tasks you with solving a series of gruesome murders across two different time periods.

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 38.2%, Point & Click 19.5%, Mystery 13.7%, Crime 13.2%, Investigation 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that encourages you to explore a surreal island and gather evidence to build a case for a final trial.

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

Why similar: Detective 41.6%, Point & Click 18.4%, Mystery 14.8%, Investigation 11%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: A direct follow-up to The First Cases that continues to refine the investigative gameplay and character-driven storytelling.

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 41%, Point & Click 21.9%, Mystery 15.4%, Investigation 11.8%, Adventure 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary point-and-click adventure that features a globe-trotting mystery filled with historical intrigue and clever puzzles.

When 3 NYU students kill themselves, nobody thinks that a sinister force is at work. Nobody but fledgling medium Rosa Blackwell & her new spirit guide Joey Mallone.

Why similar: Point & Click 39.8%, Detective 24.1%, Mystery 14.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Noir 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: The start of a beloved series that combines supernatural elements with classic point-and-click detective work.

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 40.4%, Point & Click 23.3%, Investigation 10.9%, Mystery 10.2%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A historical detective game set in ancient China that excels at atmosphere and logical puzzle-solving.

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 56.6%, Mystery 19.3%, Investigation 11.8%, Adventure 6.9%, Story Rich 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining that blends classic detective work with Lovecraftian horror, providing a unique atmosphere.

A moody tale that combines the intrigue and atmosphere of a Raymond Chandler novel or Humphrey Bogart film with classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, Face Noir follows private eye Jack Del Nero as he’s falsely accused of murdering the man who left a little girl in his protection.

Why similar: Point & Click 35%, Detective 30.6%, Adventure 14.4%, Noir 12.8%, Mystery 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hard-boiled noir adventure that captures the classic detective feel with a moody atmosphere and challenging investigation mechanics.

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 96.7%, Detective 1.6%, Mystery 0.7%, Adventure 0.6%, Noir 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, 90s-inspired mystery adventure that follows a sharp-witted protagonist investigating the truth behind her grandfather's death.

Abscission is a Lovecraftian, story-driven horror point-and-click investigation game. It involves searching crime scenes for evidence, combining clues and questioning suspects. Puzzles can have multiple solutions as you guide the protagonist - Detective Will Stanhope - through the story.

Why similar: Detective 40.4%, Point & Click 25.7%, Crime 9%, Mystery 7.9%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric point-and-click mystery that emphasizes player choices and the consequences of your investigative actions.

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 39%, Point & Click 16.4%, Crime 12.2%, Mystery 10.6%, Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric detective game that focuses on connecting clues on a digital board to build a coherent case.

A demon has possessed you and used your body to tear a swath of bloodshed through New York. You are now free, but life as you knew it is over. Your only path forward is joining the Unavowed - an ancient society dedicated to stopping evil. No matter what the cost.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.3%, Detective 31.3%, Adventure 13.5%, Mystery 13.2%, Story Rich 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy adventure that features a team of investigators solving supernatural crimes in a modern city.

Set a Course for Danger and Discovery!

Why similar: Detective 41.4%, Point & Click 21.7%, Mystery 14.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Puzzle 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered one of the best in the series, it offers a deep, satisfying mystery with intricate puzzles and a great setting.

After returning to the quiet streets of Paris to pursue a life of painting, Gus Macpherson could not escape his true art…

Why similar: Detective 31.4%, Point & Click 30.9%, Adventure 13.6%, Mystery 12.4%, Noir 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic noir-style mystery adventure that focuses on investigation and dialogue-based puzzle solving.

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 51%, Adventure 26.6%, Mystery 15.6%, Puzzle 3%, Story Rich 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Created by Jane Jensen, this game features a compelling mystery involving magic and science with a strong focus on narrative.

A writer has died. His daughter seeks the help of you, Ord Salamon, to find his secret last novel. During the search, questions will emerge. Did her father really kill himself? What is the secret novel all about? What is going on at the island of Fardo?

Why similar: Point & Click 36.6%, Detective 33.1%, Adventure 17.9%, Mystery 8.2%, Puzzle 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A clever point-and-click mystery that pays homage to classic adventure games while delivering a modern, engaging plot.

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: Detective 44.3%, Point & Click 26%, Mystery 10.5%, Puzzle 8%, Investigation 7.8%

"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 56%, Mystery 13.2%, Adventure 10%, Investigation 8.8%, Puzzle 7.9%

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 42.3%, Adventure 18.6%, Point & Click 18.5%, Mystery 10.5%, Investigation 6.1%

A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation.

Why similar: Detective 43.2%, Point & Click 16.7%, Mystery 15.6%, Investigation 8.9%, Puzzle 6.4%

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 46%, Point & Click 18%, Adventure 17.5%, Mystery 9.8%, Investigation 4.8%

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: Detective 35.5%, Point & Click 22.9%, Adventure 22.9%, Mystery 9.6%, Puzzle 8.6%

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 39.1%, Point & Click 22.2%, Mystery 13.5%, Investigation 10.4%, Adventure 6.4%

A short non-linear detective adventure where every clue is hidden in plain sight. Carefully read and cross-reference documents to unravel a CEO’s disappearance and expose a case of fraud.

Why similar: Detective 39.3%, Point & Click 16.3%, Mystery 12.7%, Investigation 10.5%, Crime 10%

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 46.6%, Point & Click 18.2%, Adventure 18%, Mystery 9.3%, Investigation 5.3%

It's a mystery game that reveals the truth through an autopsy. Be a forensic doctor and find out why the dead died.

Why similar: Detective 39.3%, Point & Click 19.3%, Mystery 14.2%, Crime 12.2%, Adventure 7.1%

Melvyn Bromsby, a rich tycoon, is about to make a statement, when suddenly a shot rings out. Sir Bromsby collapses - a mortal wound to the heart... A baffling murder, dozens of witnesses and no suspects! You, Sherlock Holmes, must use all your skills to shed light on this mysterious case.

Why similar: Detective 43.1%, Point & Click 24.7%, Adventure 20.6%, Mystery 7.8%, Puzzle 3.8%

Play as a sharp-witted detective in late 19th-century Leipzig, Germany, in this retro pixel-art point & click adventure. Search for clues, question suspects, and piece together evidence on your deduction board to solve four gripping murder cases.

Why similar: Detective 39.4%, Point & Click 24.2%, Crime 12.3%, Investigation 10.6%, Adventure 9.1%

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: Detective 36.6%, Point & Click 16.5%, Based On A Novel 15.9% ★, Mystery 13.3%, Adventure 11.3%

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 34.3%, Point & Click 16.6%, Crime 12.1%, Mystery 10.7%, Investigation 8.7%

Take on the role of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and get ready to avoid numerous traps and to solve riddles. A mysterious murder, numerous suspects, and the famous mummy for a case that appears to be not that easy...

Why similar: Detective 44.2%, Point & Click 23.2%, Adventure 19.6%, Mystery 9%, Puzzle 3.9%

Help Detective Alicia to solve a mystery behind a ritual murder

Why similar: Detective 60.5%, Point & Click 21.6%, Adventure 17%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Detective Game. Murder Investigation. Interrogate witnesses. Rebut with evidence.

Why similar: Detective 42.9%, Mystery 13.2%, Point & Click 12%, Crime 12%, Investigation 11.5%

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

Why similar: Detective 35.5%, Point & Click 22.3%, Mystery 14.2%, Investigation 8.8%, Adventure 8.6%

In this point-and-click urban thriller, down-and-out private eye Kathy Rain will embark on her most dangerous case yet — the pursuit of the notorious serial killer known as the Soothsayer. Find clues, gather evidence, connect the dots, and confront the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted…

Why similar: Detective 35.4%, Point & Click 18.8%, Mystery 13.6%, Investigation 10.8%, Noir 7%

LumineNight is a story-driven detective adventure. Play as Detective Foster and his daughter to solve a series of murders spanning a decade. Interrogate suspects, infiltrate locations, solve puzzles, and gather evidence from crime scenes. Uncover the dark truth behind these killings.

Why similar: Detective 41.2%, Point & Click 15.4%, Mystery 14.6%, Adventure 8.1%, Investigation 6.6%

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: Detective 42.9%, Mystery 14.2%, Crime 10.7%, Investigation 10.5%, Adventure 6.8%

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 37.3%, Mystery 15.4%, Investigation 13.8%, Crime 13.4%, Adventure 10.4%

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 41.9%, Point & Click 24.5%, Adventure 18.7%, Mystery 13.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Pick up your magnifying glass as writer-turned-detective Penelope Pendrick in this first-person point and click mystery adventure! Three people have suddenly vanished from the sleepy town of Carlisle. Follow the clues, interrogate suspects, and solve puzzles to end this case - before it ends you.

Why similar: Detective 28.6%, Point & Click 24.7%, Mystery 19.5%, Adventure 11.2%, Investigation 7%

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: Detective 58.7%, Investigation 22%, Adventure 17.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%, Story Rich 0.4%

Become Nicole Bonnet: a young female FBI agent and accept the challenge! Who is the murderer? A psychopath or maybe a meticulous and intelligent man? To solve the mystery you have to start thinking like the felon.

Why similar: Detective 44.2%, Adventure 28.7%, Point & Click 27%

A detective narrative puzzler without pre-set options! Raise your questions at will, and an AI-host will answer only with 'yes' or 'no.' Drive the investigation with your curiosity; the path to solving the mystery lies in questions you ask. Can you dig out the truth through your questions?

Why similar: Detective 41.9%, Point & Click 14.9%, Crime 14.2%, Mystery 13.7%, Puzzle 6.7%

Beekeeper (and former world’s greatest detective) Sherlock Holmes is arranging a surprise picnic for his friend Watson. Unfortunately pesky mysteries keep getting in the way! Explore, find clues and interrogate your neighbours in this cosy point and click adventure!

Why similar: Detective 41.1%, Point & Click 21.9%, Investigation 10.9%, Mystery 9.7%, Adventure 8.5%

Whispers of a Machine is a Sci-Fi Nordic Noir that tells the story of Vera, a cybernetically augmented detective in a post-AI world, who investigates a string of murders and unravels a dark conflict over forbidden technology.

Why similar: Detective 39.4%, Point & Click 25.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Mystery 10.3%, Noir 5.2%

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 36.4%, Point & Click 17.9%, Mystery 12.7%, Investigation 10.1%, Adventure 9.3%