Games Like Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders

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

Why similar: Based On A Novel 29.7% ★, Detective 10.5%, Hidden Object 10.3%, Crime 9%, Point & Click 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title shares the same source material and core investigative loop as the seed game, focusing on a younger Poirot's early cases.

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 34% ★, Detective 11.7%, Hidden Object 11.4%, Point & Click 8.6%, Visual Novel 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful and modern adaptation of the classic novel that mirrors the third-person investigation and puzzle-solving style of the seed game.

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 32.8%, Crime 16.3%, Investigation 11.7%, Mystery 9.3%, Point & Click 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for detective games, featuring a complex deduction board and deep investigation mechanics that surpass most other titles in the genre.

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 21.2%, Noir 17.8%, Point & Click 13.4%, Crime 12.1%, Visual Novel 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, character-driven mystery game featuring excellent point-and-click investigation and clever puzzle design.

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 29.2%, Based On A Novel 23.5% ★, Point & Click 13.9%, Mystery 7.3%, Puzzle 7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic third-person detective adventure that emphasizes gathering clues and interrogating suspects in a gritty, atmospheric setting.

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 22.8%, Investigation 15.1%, Crime 13.5%, Point & Click 13.1%, Mystery 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional deduction-based game that challenges you to piece together complex crime scenes through careful observation and logic.

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 22.2%, Crime 16.9%, Point & Click 9.6%, Investigation 9.4%, Third Person 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features similar third-person exploration and investigation mechanics within a high-stakes mystery setting.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 43.3%, Mystery 17.5%, Puzzle 11.9%, Story Rich 8.6%, Noir 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant logic-based detective game that rewards meticulous observation and deduction to solve a large-scale mystery.

'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 24.6%, Detective 22.4%, Crime 15.9%, Noir 12.6%, Mystery 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style detective adventure that emphasizes a compelling story and a grand, international mystery.

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: Noir 22.2%, Detective 15.1%, Crime 14%, Point & Click 11.2%, Investigation 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty noir detective story that perfectly captures the moody atmosphere and narrative-heavy focus of the seed game.

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 21.9%, Crime 15.9%, Point & Click 15.9%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Investigation 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized, puzzle-heavy mystery game that focuses on interviewing suspects and finding hidden clues.

Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.

Why similar: Detective 27%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Mystery 12.2%, Anime 11.5%, Story Rich 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, surreal detective mystery that blends deep investigative work with unique visual novel elements.

Still Life 2 also now available!

Why similar: Point & Click 23.6%, Detective 17.2%, Crime 15.5%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Noir 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric detective thriller that shares the noir tone and investigative focus of the seed game.

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: Noir 23.5%, Detective 23%, Point & Click 13.2%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Choices Matter 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, story-rich detective noir that excels in narrative choice and atmospheric world-building.

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 21.7%, Point & Click 16.5%, Investigation 13.4%, Female Protagonist 12%, Mystery 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling detective mystery with a strong narrative and classic point-and-click gameplay set in the 1990s.

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 30.8%, Investigation 15%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Mystery 12.5%, Choices Matter 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends traditional detective work with a darker, psychological atmosphere that mirrors the seed game's horror undertones.

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 39.9%, Detective 17.9%, Mystery 17.5%, Story Rich 6.9%, Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential detective adventure game with deep lore, complex puzzle-solving, and a classic mystery narrative.

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 18.8%, Crime 17.8%, Investigation 13%, Point & Click 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that encourages deep investigation and piecing together a complex crime in a surreal setting.

Delve into Dark Legends Lurking in the Shadow of an Old English Mansion!

Why similar: Based On A Novel 25.3% ★, Point & Click 21.1%, Detective 19.5%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Puzzle 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic mystery adventure that relies on clever puzzles and environmental investigation to uncover hidden secrets.

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: Noir 22.2%, Crime 14.5%, Detective 13.6%, Investigation 10.7%, Female Protagonist 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique mystery game where you act as a detective in a 1950s hotel setting, focusing on secrets and observation.

Legend tells of a door deep below Tokyo's sewers. All who enter are lost forever. Detective Ito's partner is missing. Explore Tokyo & uncover the darkness that lays beneath the streets in this Point & Click - meets Visual Novel - narrative adventure that questions the very core of Ito's sanity.

Why similar: Detective 20.4%, Point & Click 14%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Anime 10%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological mystery game with branching paths and a dark, atmospheric tone that emphasizes investigation.

Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger.

Why similar: Detective 26.8%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Anime 11.9%, Mystery 11.7%, Psychological Horror 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes mystery visual novel that focuses on deduction and trial gameplay to solve elaborate murders.

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 31.3%, Point & Click 22.5%, Investigation 21.1%, Mystery 14.1%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that captures the spirit of international mystery and investigative storytelling.

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: Noir 25.1%, Detective 21.2%, Crime 18.1%, Point & Click 11.9%, Puzzle 7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern detective game that focuses on connecting clues and building a case file through logical reasoning.

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

Why similar: Point & Click 26.7%, Noir 22.5%, Detective 20.2%, Mystery 9.5%, Investigation 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic noir detective game that focuses on investigation and atmospheric, character-driven storytelling.

Let one of the most thrilling adventures of your life begin!

Why similar: Hidden Object 35.5%, Point & Click 17.7%, Detective 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Mystery 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic hidden-object detective game that focuses on uncovering a dark mystery in a small, atmospheric town.

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 27.2%, Point & Click 21.1%, Investigation 17.2%, Story Rich 8.3%, Mystery 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A historical detective game that emphasizes deduction and point-and-click investigation in a unique setting.

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 33.6% ★, Hidden Object 12.4%, Detective 11.7%, Point & Click 9%, Visual Novel 8.1%

The next generation in adventure games, Syberia 3 takes you inside an enchanting, mysterious universe full of life for you to explore in 3D. Plunged into the heart of a world inhabited by a cast of interesting characters, you'll discover and experience a fabulous tale as imagined by Benoit Sokal.

Why similar: Point & Click 23.2%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Puzzle 14.8%, Story Rich 11%, Hidden Object 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure game that features complex puzzles and a strong sense of exploration and narrative mystery.

1924. Private Investigator Pierce is sent to look into the tragic death of the Hawkins family. Plunge into a world of creeping madness and cosmic horror. Cryptic clues, shadowy figures, and pure terror bar your way as you fight to retain your sanity and solve an otherworldly mystery.

Why similar: Detective 36.6%, Psychological Horror 21.4%, Mystery 11.7%, Story Rich 10.6%, Atmospheric 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: An investigative RPG that captures the psychological horror and mystery elements found in the seed game.

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 40.3%, Female Protagonist 21.6%, Mystery 10.9%, Adventure 8.6%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural mystery adventure that features strong puzzle design and deep investigative themes.

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

Why similar: Based On A Novel 28.6% ★, Detective 12.2%, Hidden Object 11.3%, Crime 8.2%, Point & Click 7.9%

Hunt monsters in the gothic city!

Why similar: Hidden Object 41.7%, Point & Click 20.4%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Puzzle 6.3%, Story Rich 4.7%

Enter Ravenwood Park and discover the secrets hidden in the mists…

Why similar: Hidden Object 38.7%, Point & Click 18%, Puzzle 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Detective 8%

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: Detective 17.6%, Noir 17%, Investigation 11.3%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Puzzle 7.3%

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 36.7%, Point & Click 21.5%, Investigation 12.4%, Mystery 10.8%, Adventure 8.9%

Enigmatis 3: The Shadow of Karkhala is the final chapter in the blockbuster trilogy, an exciting detective story rife with adventure, puzzles, and ancient mystery. Follow the trail of a demonic preacher and unravel the secrets of Karkhala Peak!

Why similar: Hidden Object 40.3%, Point & Click 16.2%, Detective 12.5%, Puzzle 8.7%, Female Protagonist 8.5%

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 18.5%, Crime 17.9%, Noir 17.5%, Point & Click 12%, Investigation 10.9%

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: Noir 21.9%, Hidden Object 16.9%, Detective 15.4%, Crime 13.2%, Point & Click 10.8%

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

Why similar: Detective 21.4%, Crime 16.4%, Investigation 13.4%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Point & Click 8%

Stop the mysterious killer!

Why similar: Hidden Object 35.8%, Point & Click 16%, Detective 12.6%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Mystery 9.3%

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 20.3%, Crime 19.5%, Investigation 17%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Mystery 9.8%

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 25.7%, Point & Click 21.9%, Crime 15.7%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Investigation 9.9%

🔍 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: Noir 24.7%, Hidden Object 18.6%, Detective 16.7%, Investigation 14.3%, Point & Click 13.4%

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 33.3%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Puzzle 13.1%, Mystery 8.8%, Adventure 7.8%

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 20.2%, Noir 19.4%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Point & Click 10%, Mystery 8.5%

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

Why similar: Detective 18.9%, Point & Click 16%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Investigation 11%, Mystery 9%

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: Noir 22.3%, Detective 18%, Point & Click 13%, Investigation 12.7%, Female Protagonist 8.5%

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: Noir 44.1%, Point & Click 25.6%, Detective 16.7%, Mystery 4.7%, Third Person 4.7%

Some Families Keep Deadly Secrets!

Why similar: Point & Click 27.8%, Detective 25.4%, Puzzle 13.2%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Story Rich 6.7%

Venture into the Past and Outwit a Criminal Before Time Runs Out!

Why similar: Based On A Novel 41.5% ★, Detective 16.3%, Point & Click 13.6%, Female Protagonist 7.4%, Puzzle 6.5%

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 21.7%, Point & Click 19.1%, Noir 18.2%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Choices Matter 7.1%

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 25.9%, Crime 19%, Investigation 12.3%, Mystery 9.4%, Choices Matter 9.2%

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 23.4% ★, Detective 21.6%, Point & Click 13%, Mystery 9.3%, Hidden Object 8.9%

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 39.4%, Detective 19.2%, Point & Click 16.6%, Puzzle 11.5%, Adventure 6.8%

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 28.6%, Investigation 21.5%, Mystery 13.6%, Puzzle 9.5%, Story Rich 7.8%

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 27.7%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Crime 13.9%, Mystery 9.3%, Point & Click 8.8%

Uncover secrets in a mysterious mansion inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s The Fall of the House of Usher. Play as a curious detective in a hidden-object adventure filled with puzzles, surprises, and a story full of twists!

Why similar: Noir 27.2%, Hidden Object 17.5%, Detective 16.6%, Point & Click 13.3%, Puzzle 7.1%

Play the Game that Started the Award-Winning Series!

Why similar: Based On A Novel 42.9% ★, Point & Click 15.2%, Detective 14.7%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Puzzle 6.9%

Interrogate suspects, search for clues, & uncover a dastardly plot, as you solve a string of mystifying murders to help reluctant detective Ilmarinen escape the foreboding Fafnir Hotel.

Why similar: Detective 24.5%, Crime 19.4%, Visual Novel 16%, Mystery 11.2%, Psychological Horror 10.3%