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Games Like Detective Worden

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Puzzle, Adventure, Detective, Story Rich.

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As a private detective, you’ll crack word clues left by a mysterious informant, gather evidence, and uncover the truth hidden in the shadows.

Reviews: Very Positive — 87% — of 59 reviews
Released: 2025-10-22
Developer: Domestic Black Cat
Publisher: Studio Amateur
Genres: Casual, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    A mysterious murder has shocked the inner city, and as the lead detective, it is your job to catch the real killer. Armed with words and wits, you uncover the secrets and capture the murderer, and make sure justice will be served.

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    92% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: Zach Gage
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    Dev: Color Gray GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Windows

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    Dev: Team9
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    Dev: 夜喵
    Windows · Mac
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Dev: PuzzLab
    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Windows · Mac
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    77% matchVery Positive84% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: PATRONES & ESCONDITES
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Windows

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    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,566 reviews2021
    Dev: Team9
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 20%

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    Windows
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    Windows

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    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,000 reviews2023
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    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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    70% matchVery Positive96% of 117 reviews2026
    Dev: Crucible Juice Games
    Windows · Mac

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    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 52 reviews2024
    Dev: 布衣个人工作室
    Windows

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    74% matchVery Positive87% of 132 reviews2016
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    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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    72% matchMixed43% of 92 reviews2025
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    68% matchVery Positive93% of 15,520 reviews2021
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    71% matchVery Positive80% of 80 reviews2020
    Dev: Crisp App Studio
    Windows · Mac
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    67% matchVery Positive95% of 437 reviews2024
    Dev: ReLU Games, Inc.
    Windows

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    68% matchVery Positive97% of 94 reviews2025
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    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 118 reviews2025
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    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 109 reviews2023
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    Windows
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    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 64 reviews2022
    Dev: Crisp App Studio
    Windows · Mac

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    71% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2021
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    Windows

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    69% matchMixed68% of 192 reviews2023
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    69% matchVery Positive86% of 972 reviews2017
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    Why similar: Word Game 47.2%, Detective 26.4%, Puzzle 16%, Indie 9%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  58. #58 Final Word Royale
    67% matchMixed69% of 68 reviews2026
    Dev: NyxWorks
    Windows · Mac

    Think fast, spell faster — your life depends on it. Join the deadly 40 player word battle royale, Solve word puzzles or face brutal consequences. Only one will remain.

    Why similar: Spelling 43.3%, Typing 24.5%, 1980s 9.9%, Detective 7.6%, Word Game 7%

  59. #59 Shattered Dimension
    65% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2026
    Dev: Cotton Game
    Windows · Mac

    Dive into a world of mystery and wonder in Shattered Dimension. As an unexpected investigator, you're plunged into a labyrinthine plot filled with enigmatic puzzles and intriguing characters.Uncover hidden truths by engaging in conversations and following the intricate web of relationships.

    Why similar: Casual 56.1%, Puzzle 33.6%, Indie 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%

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