Games Like Detective Hayseed - The Cloning Madness

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Detective 29.6%, Point & Click 26.8%, Comedy 13.2%, Dark Humor 8.7%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar blend of supernatural detective work and witty, lighthearted humor.

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 22.7%, Point & Click 20.1%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Comedy 11.8%, Dark Humor 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel continues the excellent comedic writing and point-and-click investigation style of the original.

Detective Gallo is a point&click comic-noir adventure that is entirely hand-illustrated and hand-animated, and whose protagonist is a feathered and grumpy private eye struggling with a very tricky case, bizarre characters, and puzzles that will put his insight and patience to the test.

Why similar: Point & Click 42.7%, Detective 22.3%, Comedy 18.2%, Adventure 16.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the noir-comedy detective aesthetic and hand-drawn cartoon style of the seed game.

The list of Oscar winners has been stolen as part of a nefarious plot to overturn the established Hollywood order. Our hero has to struggle through a series of tests and tasks in order to uncover the clues as to who has done it. And, of course, to stop him carrying out his threat.

Why similar: Point & Click 67.7%, Adventure 32.3%

Why You'll Like It: As part of the same series, it offers the exact same brand of humor and character-driven adventure.

Do you like adventure, comedy, and dime store detective novels? Then boy have we got the game for you! Join Voodoo Detective in a hand-drawn, point-and-click noir where you’ll pit your wits and hoodoo know-how against a sinister evil that’s taken root on beautiful Zo Wanga Isle.

Why similar: Detective 21.4%, Point & Click 20%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Comedy 10.4%, Cartoon 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a high-quality, hand-drawn detective experience with a strong focus on narrative and charm.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 50%, Adventure 14.5%, Detective 11.6%, Comedy 10.7%, Retro 6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style adventure game that excels at blending a serious detective mystery with hilarious, self-aware comedy.

A Bleaker Predicklement is a hilarious AND mysterious point and click adventure game. Explore smoggy alleys, meet suspicious characters and help Bertram as he finds himself framed for a murdering he did not commit!

Why similar: Point & Click 31%, Detective 27.1%, Comedy 15.6%, Adventure 14.1%, Funny 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The game features a distinct, quirky art style and a humorous, investigation-heavy plot that fits the seed game perfectly.

An open-and-shut case of petty vandalism balloons into a far-flung mind-control conspiracy involving former child stars, the media, the mafia, the government, the internet, and the bright side of the moon. Telltale's episodic classic, lovingly remastered by members of the original development team.

Why similar: Point & Click 24.9%, Comic Book 20.7%, Detective 14.4%, Comedy 12.3%, Cartoon 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This iconic title is the gold standard for comedic detective adventures with a cartoonish flair.

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: Point & Click 17.3%, Interactive Fiction 16.6%, Comic Book 16.3%, Hand-drawn 12%, Detective 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A more grounded but still highly engaging mystery adventure with excellent writing and puzzle mechanics.

MUTROPOLIS is a lovely sci-fi adventure set on the abandoned Planet Earth. Play as Henry Dijon (hero, nerd, detective) in search of a legendary lost city. Uncover weird ancient artifacts. And PLEASE don’t get obliterated by an ageless evil. You’ve been warned.

Why similar: Detective 33.7%, Point & Click 29.6%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Adventure 7.8%, 2D 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique, hand-drawn aesthetic and a mystery-solving plot that feels right at home in the point-and-click genre.

Stretch your legs, clean your whiskers, and dive into Nine Noir Lives. Enjoy a "point-and-lick" comedy-noir adventure, full of humour, crazy characters, and intriguing locations. Solve challenging puzzles and answer the immortal question: how many things need to be licked to solve a murder in this town?

Why similar: Detective 24.2%, Point & Click 23.7%, Comedy 13.9%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Relaxing 8%

Why You'll Like It: A clever, cat-themed detective adventure that balances noir tropes with a cute and comedic presentation.

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Point & Click 46.1%, Comedy 21.1%, Adventure 12.2%, Dark Humor 6.1%, Hand-drawn 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A staple of the genre, this game offers the same brand of slapstick humor and complex point-and-click puzzle design.

Crazy cultists. Cthulhu. A talking cat. Gibbous takes you on an expansive, traditionally animated, hand-painted adventure. Play as three protagonists and explore a lushly rendered Lovecraft-inspired world, unraveling ancient conspiracies. A comedy cosmic horror adventure made in Transylvania!

Why similar: Point & Click 40.6%, Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Comedy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This hand-drawn adventure offers a beautiful aesthetic paired with a humorous, lighthearted take on cosmic horror.

Discover a dark family secret and rid a young girl of her nightmares in this splendidly British point & click comedy adventure. Playing as sharp-witted Lucy, explore both dreams and reality to meet all the colourful characters who'll help you solve puzzles, gather clues and find a murderer.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.7%, Comedy 17.6%, Dark Humor 13.8%, Exploration 9.1%, Retro 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, funny adventure game that relies on clever inventory puzzles and witty dialogue.

A cozy 2D Point & Click adventure featuring multiple playable characters and plenty of silliness. Oh, and there's time travel and relationship stuff going down too. And robots – lots of robots...

Why similar: Point & Click 23.5%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Comedy 13.7%, Dark Humor 10.8%, Conversation 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title features a classic 2D art style and a humorous, time-traveling detective narrative.

In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact.

Why similar: Point & Click 55.8%, Comedy 20.5%, Adventure 17.1%, Retro 4.2%, Funny 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic adventure feel with a heavy emphasis on comedy and character-driven storytelling.

Grandma Badass is a 2D cartoon adventure game. This point and click video game immerses you in the shoes of GrandMa, an old woman who will work to find her black cat Marius, missing and probably kidnapped.

Why similar: Point & Click 15.4%, Clicker 15.1%, Comic Book 15.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.2%, Dark Humor 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game embraces the 'crazy' label with its absurd scenarios and classic point-and-click gameplay.

Join Dangeresque, the world's greatest private eye/crooked cop, as he puzzles his way through 3 bite-sized roomisodes in this classic-style point n' click adventure.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.2%, Cartoon 22%, Detective 18.3%, Comedy 12.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, cartoonish detective game that fits perfectly into the 'interactive fiction' and 'point-and-click' categories.

Paradigm is a surreal adventure game set in the strange and post apocalyptic Eastern European country of Krusz. Play as the handsome mutant, Paradigm, whose past comes back to haunt him in the form of a genetically engineered sloth that vomits candy.

Why similar: Point & Click 50.5%, Comedy 23%, Adventure 15.5%, Funny 8.4%, 2D 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and bizarre point-and-click adventure that matches the offbeat, comedic tone of the seed game.

Find your way out of a magical prison in this non-linear point'n'click adventure full of mini games and challenges. Get to meet the charismatic Whateverlanders, steal and deceive or be a good boy to discover all the different endings of Vincent's story.

Why similar: Point & Click 27%, Dark Humor 19.7%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, Comedy 17%, Exploration 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a distinct, dark-humored art style and a non-linear approach to solving puzzles.

In a race against time, Betty embarks on a thrilling, comedy-packed adventure to crack a conspiracy that starts with a bang and ends at 3 Minutes to Midnight.

Why similar: Point & Click 29.6%, Comedy 17.2%, Cartoon 16%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Adventure 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: As the title suggests, it is a pure comedy-adventure focused on classic point-and-click interaction and mystery.

A Spacey Classic Point and Click Adventure for All!

Why similar: Comic Book 15.9%, Clicker 14.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Point & Click 13.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a lighthearted, cartoonish adventure experience that feels like a classic Saturday morning show.

A movie career simulator for the talentless actor שחקן, בדרן ומפעיל בובות אצבע מנסה להתברג לתפקיד ראשי בסרט מד"ב ישראלי עתיר תקציב

Why similar: Point & Click 13.7%, Satire 12.9% ★, Detective 12.5%, Parody 11.3% ★, Hand-drawn 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A satirical and story-rich adventure that leans heavily into the comedy and 2D aesthetic.

Monkey Island meets Monty Python's Holy Grail in a comedy point&click game with an attitude! God gives you a quest: go find the Holy Grail, put some booze in it and celebrate the biggest party England has ever known.

Why similar: Point & Click 30.4%, Comedy 17.9%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Satire 11.2% ★, Dark Humor 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: An unapologetically silly and humorous adventure that prioritizes comedy over serious narrative stakes.

A hilariously madcap point-and-click adventure as a determined bellboy tasked with clearing out a bustling hotel in just one wild weekend! Can he manage the chaos and evict all the guests? The clock is ticking!

Why similar: Point & Click 20.6%, Detective 19.6%, Comedy 12.1%, Parody 12% ★, Dark Humor 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming pixel-art adventure that captures the spirit of classic point-and-click comedy games.

Help Cummerbund Bandersnatch in this quintessentially British point & click comedy adventure as he explores the darker side of Victorian England, oblivious to its perils. Manipulate time, talk to a host of dubious characters and solve puzzles to get Bandersnatch out of a fix before it's too late.

Why similar: Point & Click 34.4%, Comedy 20.3%, Exploration 11.8%, Retro 9.9%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-comedy adventure that features a unique art style and a focus on investigative puzzle-solving.

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 27.3%, Point & Click 22.2%, Clicker 17.9%, Dark Humor 12.9%, Conversation 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: While more noir-focused, it shares the detective theme and strong, stylized art direction found in 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 26.8%, Point & Click 24.4%, Conversation 11.3%, Exploration 11.2%, Comedy 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A solid detective mystery that uses a visual-novel style to deliver its investigation mechanics.

Pancras is a neurotic cop investigating a case of mysterious kidnapping in the town of Lupany. Help him find out, who’s behind the abduction of two orderly citizens!

Why similar: Clicker 16.2%, Comic Book 14.8%, Point & Click 14.5%, Cartoon 12.1%, Detective 8.8%

Polda Pankrác v podání Luďka Soboty se vrací již posedmé. A je to návrat jaksepatří. Záhadná zpráva Temného lorda Vedra a havárie kosmické lodi odstartují kolotoč událostí, které může vyřešit jen náš elitní detektiv Pankrác.

Why similar: Comic Book 14.6%, Clicker 14.2%, Point & Click 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.6%, Detective 10.6%

A pointy-clicky comedy corporate thriller. Solve puzzles, get to know your colleagues, and unravel a sinister global conspiracy. All in a day's work.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.6%, Satire 20.3% ★, Comedy 15.2%, Adventure 7.3%, Cartoon 6.5%

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 30.6%, Point & Click 24.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Comedy 8.5%, Conversation 8.4%

Step into the hilariously twisted world of Wildwood Down, a side-splitting comedy thriller. Featuring a protagonist with Down Syndrome. (Inspired by and voice acted by the Dev's childhood friend!) Perfect for fans of the P-n-C adventure genre and new comers looking for a wild heartfelt ride!

Why similar: Point & Click 19.4%, Interactive Fiction 18.3%, Detective 17.4%, Comedy 11.3%, Cartoon 10.4%

Explore the deepest SECRETs™ of the Tremendous Corporation®. Find out what happened to indie devs and save the gaming industry!

Why similar: Point & Click 29.7%, Comedy 18.4%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Cartoon 10.8%, Satire 9.2% ★

Why You'll Like It: An indie adventure that focuses on humor and traditional puzzle mechanics in a 2D environment.

An old school point and click adventure game about finding a pilsner in the confusing world of unnecessary craft beers and snobby hipsters.

Why similar: Comic Book 18.4%, Clicker 18.4%, Point & Click 15.1%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Exploration 7.3%

Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love is a satirical point and click inspired by the classic adventure games. It smuggles you out of your comfort zone and throws you into the middle of a Cold War spy intrigue - where there’s an even bigger game being played …

Why similar: Political 24.9% ★, Point & Click 24%, Satire 19.8% ★, Parody 13.2% ★, Adventure 7.1%

Discover a humouristic point and click adventure inspired by all the masterpieces which made us stick to our computers back in the day (and therefore we played outside way too infrequently). [Chapter 1 available]

Why similar: Point & Click 23.2%, Cartoon 20%, Parody 18.1% ★, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Adventure 6.4%

A letter from 10 years ago, an intricate web of lies to unravel and a mystery to solve. Explore an unconventional town of pirates, dive into the past, collect items and look for clues to help Willy find out what happened to his father...

Why similar: Point & Click 29.6%, Cartoon 20.5%, Comedy 13.9%, Exploration 11.2%, Retro 10.5%

Chapter Two of The Journey Down, a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure!

Why similar: Point & Click 31.1%, Detective 30.3%, Dark Humor 12.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Comedy 9.8%

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: Detective 25.6%, Point & Click 24.1%, Cartoon 18.8%, Comedy 14.5%, Adventure 5.9%

The Journey Down is a point-and-click series with an Afro-Caribbean twist. Get ready to embark on a journey of exploration, mystery and grave danger - but also a journey of warmth, friendship and love.

Why similar: Point & Click 53.1%, Comedy 17%, Adventure 16.1%, Dark Humor 13.9%

Kelvin and the Infamous Machine is a hilarious point-and-click adventure in which you stumble irresponsibly through history to help legendary geniuses complete their masterworks!

Why similar: Point & Click 31.5%, Hand-drawn 19.3%, Comedy 18.9%, Retro 10%, Adventure 8.9%

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 32.5%, Point & Click 27.3%, Comedy 12.8%, 2D 7.9%, Retro 7.2%

The challenge of a dangerous serial killer plummets detective Lazarus Bundy’s career into a chasm with no way out. In a desperate attempt at a comeback, Lazarus decides to secretly investigate the disappearance of Kathrin Mulzberg.

Why similar: Point & Click 51.9%, Adventure 18.8%, Comedy 8.8%, Exploration 6.4%, Relaxing 6.3%

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery.

Why similar: Detective 25.4%, Interactive Fiction 16.7%, Point & Click 16.4%, Comedy 15.3%, Exploration 8.1%

There goes the neighborhood! Play the star of a cheeky TV Show who taking revenge on his horrible neighbor by constantly pranking him at home and around the world in the most creative and ludicrous ways.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.9%, Comic Book 16.9%, Parody 13% ★, Comedy 12.9%, Cartoon 11.6%

Created with indie comic artist Graham Annable's unique narrative and visual sensibilities, delivered with the distinctive Telltale storytelling style, Puzzle Agent is sure to challenge, thrill and engage in more ways than you can shake a cryptogram at!

Why similar: Detective 25.2%, Interactive Fiction 23.4%, Point & Click 23%, Dark Humor 7.5%, Comedy 6.9%

Inspired by the great ‘90s classics such as 'Monkey Island', 'Day of the Tentacle', 'Tony Tough' and 'Sam & Max: Hit the Road', "The Wardrobe" has a strong sense of humour, but isn't shy about dealing with mature and non-politically correct themes.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.1%, Hand-drawn 20.3%, Comedy 18.1%, Cartoon 11%, Adventure 9.1%

Lone McLonegan is an old-school point-n-click adventure game inspired by old westerns with touches of acid humor. Help Lone become "The Most Wanted Outlaw In The Wild West" as you tackle fun puzzles and meet quirky characters.

Why similar: Point & Click 22.1%, Comic Book 21.3%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%, Comedy 9.7%

Step into a hilarious, steampunk-tinged point n click space adventure! Play as Captain Brawe, Agent Luna and Danny across four colorful planets — solve clever puzzles, uncover conspiracies, and meet unforgettable characters (space pirates, secret agents, and eccentric aliens).

Why similar: Point & Click 22.4%, Hand-drawn 16%, Detective 15.4%, Comedy 13.3%, Dark Humor 9.9%

CHUCHEL is a comedy adventure game from the creators of Machinarium, Botanicula and Samorost. Join the hairy hero Chuchel and his rival Kekel as they will be facing numerous puzzles and challenges in their quest to retrieve the precious cherry!

Why similar: Point & Click 22.4%, Cartoon 20.5%, Comedy 14.3%, Interactive Fiction 14.3%, Hand-drawn 12.7%

Save a peaceful world from being annihilated by machines in this oldschool point&click tale, inspired by classic animated movies and adventure games of the 90s.

Why similar: Comic Book 25.7%, Point & Click 23.1%, Cartoon 19.6%, Comedy 11%, Exploration 9.5%

McPixel 3 is a mind-blowing save-the-day adventure that sees the titular wanna-be hero avert one disaster after another at every turn using unconventional yet entertaining methods of mayhem.

Why similar: Point & Click 37.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.2%, Comedy 13.5%, Adventure 10.3%, Funny 9.4%

A short point-and-click adventure game set in a comedic medieval fantasy world, deliberately reminiscent of the great classics from the 80s / 90s, with a specific sweet spot for LucasArts production.

Why similar: Parody 34.9% ★, Point & Click 30.9%, Comedy 15.9%, 2D 7.2%, Adventure 7%

The Journey of an Idiot. 8 to 12 hours of fun!

Why similar: Point & Click 26.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17%, Comedy 15.6%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Exploration 9.5%

A comedy-mystery visual novel about Captain Fox, Detective Raccoon and the danger of pineapple pizza.

Why similar: Detective 32.3%, Point & Click 28.8%, Comedy 17.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.5%, Funny 6.3%

More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!

Why similar: Point & Click 47.7%, Comedy 24.9%, Adventure 15.3%, Hand-drawn 5.7%, Funny 4.1%

Polda Pankrác coby elitní soukromý detektiv řeší případ ztraceného kuchaře, ze kterého se vyklube, jako obvykle, spiknutí obřích rozměrů. Pomozte Pankrácovi v podání skvělého Luďka Soboty opět zachránit svět!

Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 19.9%, Cartoon 18.3%, Comic Book 17.7%, Detective 13%, Parody 11% ★

Join the investigation in Murder Is Game Over, a pixel art point-and-click game where you and Cleo try to solve the murder of a famous game designer. Can you uncover the clues and catch the killer before it's game over?

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 25.1%, Detective 20.9%, Point & Click 20.9%, Dark Humor 12.4%, Exploration 11.1%

Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man!

Why similar: Detective 22.6%, Comic Book 20.8%, Point & Click 18.4%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Comedy 9.7%