Games Like Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping

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

Why similar: Detective 27.2%, Investigation 19.4%, Mystery 10.5%, Point & Click 8.5%, Cute 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the gold standard for short, funny, and charming animal-led detective adventures.

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

Why similar: Detective 27.2%, Investigation 20.6%, Mystery 10.8%, Point & Click 8.8%, Interactive Fiction 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the delightful, low-stakes mystery solving with the same humor and quirky character interactions.

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery in the wild west.

Why similar: Detective 28.5%, Investigation 22%, Mystery 12.8%, Cute 9.2%, Point & Click 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Completes the trilogy with the same signature wit and cozy investigation style found in the Duck Detective series.

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: Noir 29.6%, Detective 21.9%, Investigation 15.7%, Point & Click 8.9%, Mystery 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a noir-inspired detective story starring a cat, perfectly mirroring the animal-detective tone.

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 28.6%, Investigation 18.1%, Point & Click 12.2%, Mystery 11.2%, Interactive Fiction 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the humorous, bite-sized investigation cases with the same pixel-art charm and supernatural flair.

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 38.2%, Point & Click 16.8%, Mystery 13.8%, Story Rich 6.7%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, episodic point-and-click series that balances supernatural mystery with sharp, witty writing.

The hottest bird lawyering game to come out of 1840s France! Join Jayjay Falcon and his witty apprentice, Sparrowson, as the two take on clients, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and deliver justice to the guilty.

Why similar: Detective 44.3%, Birds 17.5% ★, Mystery 14.9%, Adventure 7.1%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a humorous animal cast with courtroom drama and detective work in a charming 19th-century setting.

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 31.6%, Investigation 19.7%, Mystery 12.7%, Point & Click 9.7%, Noir 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant, text-heavy detective game that focuses on piecing together a complex family history.

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 31.4%, Noir 20.5%, Point & Click 12.1%, Investigation 9.9%, Mystery 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality mystery game with beautiful art and engaging character-based deduction puzzles.

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: Noir 22.6%, Detective 22.1%, Investigation 19.9%, Point & Click 10%, Mystery 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A funny, point-and-click murder mystery set on a train that captures the classic adventure game feel.

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 29.4%, Investigation 25.4%, Mystery 12.8%, Point & Click 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a more complex, deduction-heavy mystery experience that rewards careful observation of scenes.

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: Detective 38.8%, Point & Click 35.8%, Adventure 20.6%, Comedy 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A noir-style point-and-click adventure featuring a cynical bird detective that matches the tone of Duck Detective.

Pat the alligator, a (mostly) harmless and (probably) innocent reptile is at the center of a conspiracy that could bring down the biggest, scariest family in Alligator New York City: his own! Explore the city, meet the Family, and try to save Pat before the clock runs out.

Why similar: Point & Click 24.3%, Mystery 20%, Cute 17.3%, Indie 9.3%, Funny 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, comedy-focused mystery game with a distinct art style and a cast of eccentric characters.

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 44%, Mystery 18.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, Puzzle 7.2%, Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a narrative-rich detective experience with a cute, hand-drawn aesthetic and clever investigation mechanics.

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: Noir 23.4%, Detective 21.4%, Investigation 17.4%, Point & Click 9.6%, Mystery 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure with a strong narrative and noir detective themes.

Little Problems is a Cozy Detective game about solving minor inconveniences, everyday misunderstandings, and of course, little problems. This game is not about saving the world; it's about enriching it, one case at a time.

Why similar: Detective 26.6%, Investigation 21.8%, Point & Click 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.5%, Cozy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on low-stakes, charming investigation tasks that mirror the casual nature of Duck Detective.

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 33%, Investigation 20.4%, Point & Click 14.5%, Mystery 10%, Puzzle 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click mystery game that focuses on interviewing suspects and exploring a remote location.

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: Noir 33.5%, Detective 30.9%, Point & Click 12.1%, 2.5D 7.1%, Story Rich 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty yet stylish noir detective game featuring anthropomorphic animals in a dark, atmospheric world.

A deceptively difficult deduction game about one very unfortunate family. Revisit their worst moments, form your own conclusions, and solve this silly yet challenging mystery.

Why similar: Detective 28%, Investigation 24%, Mystery 11.2%, Interactive Fiction 8%, Cute 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A short, cute, and puzzle-oriented detective game that fits perfectly into a single sitting.

Detective Penguin is the first and only physics-and-penguin-based detective game on the market. Solve cases in your own way. Interrogate suspects, find clues, or use your flippers to punch your way to the answers.

Why similar: Detective 24.9%, Noir 24.5%, Investigation 21.3%, Interactive Fiction 9.5%, Cute 7%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, casual detective game that leans into the animal-protagonist trope with humor.

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: Noir 29.4%, Detective 25.4%, Point & Click 12%, Cute 7.8%, Mystery 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cat-themed noir adventure that blends point-and-click mechanics with a humorous, mature-leaning story.

Uncover high drama in this whodunnit set in a small-town community theater. Gather clues by investigating the sets, casts and backstage crews of 10 theatrical productions, and piece together the story of each deadly crime.

Why similar: Noir 23.2%, Detective 19.2%, Investigation 15.1%, Point & Click 10.9%, Mystery 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, isometric mystery game that emphasizes exploration and puzzle-solving in a contained environment.

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 23.4%, Mystery 18.1%, Investigation 17.4%, Point & Click 16.4%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven mystery adventure that focuses on uncovering secrets through point-and-click exploration.

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 34.2%, Investigation 28%, Mystery 12.5%, Point & Click 11.6%, Puzzle 5%

Why You'll Like It: A focused detective game that emphasizes investigation and logical deduction in a modern setting.

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 33.3%, Detective 15.9%, Adventure 14.1%, Noir 7.7%, Mystery 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click mystery that balances humor, puzzles, and a compelling narrative.

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 26.2%, Investigation 24.2%, Point & Click 10.3%, Mystery 10.2%, Cute 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hidden-object detective game that challenges you to solve crimes across different time periods.

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 51.7%, Mystery 20.9%, Adventure 9.3%, Story Rich 7.8%, Point & Click 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in narrative detective work and courtroom drama with a cast of memorable, quirky characters.

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 27.7%, Noir 20.7%, Investigation 13.5%, Mystery 11.1%, Point & Click 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric detective adventure that prioritizes story and investigation in a stylized world.

Solving crime is no walk in the pond. You are a down-on-his-luck detective who also happens to be a duck. Use your powers of de-duck-tion to inspect evidence, fill in the blanks, and bust the case wide open! This is a short but twisty detective case.

Why similar: Detective 21.5%, Investigation 15.5%, Noir 15.1%, Birds 10.2% ★, Mystery 5.6%

Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.

Why similar: Cute 24.7%, Casual 15.7%, Puzzle 12.4%, Funny 11.1%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: While not a traditional detective game, its short length, humor, and quirky premise share the same 'cozy' appeal.

The miners of Rabbit Burrows are falling ill, and it is hurting production. As an eminent scholar of the Animal Kingdom, Charles Quill has been summoned by the Crown to help them solve the outbreak. The miners know and respect the young scholar, but there seem to be other things at play.

Why similar: Detective 33.4%, Investigation 28.9%, Point & Click 12.9%, Cute 7.6%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven detective game that features animal characters and a focus on uncovering hidden truths.

A wild tale of conspiracy, loss, friendship, and... chickens?! Two rooster detectives are about to venture into the insect underworld to uncover a worldwide conspiracy, while also battling their inherent demons in this animal noir adventure satire.

Why similar: Noir 24.8%, Detective 23.2%, Investigation 19.4%, Point & Click 10.1%, Mystery 9%

There's only one detective to unravel this murder turned museum heist... and they're the cat's meow. Interrogate a "colorful" cast of suspects until they cough up hairballs... and the truth. Will you wrap up the case in time for an afternoon nap, and make injustice knead its last biscuit?

Why similar: Detective 27.4%, Noir 25.7%, Investigation 11.6%, Mystery 10%, Interactive Fiction 9.5%

🔍 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 25.7%, Investigation 25.2%, Detective 22.4%, Point & Click 10.9%, Mystery 5%

A complete remake/remaster/rehash of the award winning Flash game: A Case of the Crabs! Play as smart-ass detective, Nick Bounty, in this hilarious point & click adventure and hunt down a nefarious counterfeit crab ringleader!

Why similar: Noir 23.3%, Investigation 23.3%, Detective 15.4%, Point & Click 12.3%, Adventure 7.7%

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 26.8%, Noir 18%, Investigation 16.1%, Point & Click 12.2%, Mystery 7.6%

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 33.8%, Investigation 27.3%, Point & Click 14.6%, Mystery 11%, Story Rich 6.1%

A mystery adventure game about an aspiring actor turned detective. Dotson comes across a case where each clue unravels new details about his father’s sudden passing. Engage in a riveting story, explore vibrant modern India, and use your wits to uncover the truth.

Why similar: Detective 30.8%, Investigation 20.6%, Mystery 10.2%, Cozy 8.3%, Cute 7.4%

Bear With Me is an episodic noir adventure game. Amber is trying to find her missing brother while being aided by her trusty teddy, Ted E. Bear.

Why similar: Noir 43.2%, Detective 20.5%, Point & Click 10.6%, Mystery 6.9%, Cute 5.5%

A point-and-click adventure with innovative detective mechanics. Help Ollie, a fledgling reporter on his first day at the Signal & Echo newspaper, to solve the mystery behind a schoolgirl's disappearance. Developed by an ex-journalist.

Why similar: Detective 28.7%, Investigation 24.7%, Point & Click 12.6%, Mystery 10.5%, Adventure 5.5%

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 30.3%, Detective 23.7%, Point & Click 11.6%, Investigation 11.3%, Mystery 8.5%

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: Detective 25.7%, Point & Click 13.8%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Mystery 11.6%, Cute 8.4%

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: Detective 30.1%, Point & Click 16.6%, Mystery 15.7%, Adventure 11%, Casual 9.3%

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 38.9%, Point & Click 16.5%, Mystery 15.7%, Cute 6.8%, Adventure 6.3%

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 30.1%, Noir 22.4%, Point & Click 13.6%, Mystery 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 7.8%

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 24.3%, Investigation 18.8%, Noir 17.8%, Point & Click 9.6%, 2.5D 9.1%

Follow the meaning is a surreal point-and-click puzzle adventure. Join detective Paul Trilby as he works to unravel the mysteries of a peculiar town, seemingly ruled by the local Hospital. Over the wall and behind tightly shut gates, a dark secret lies in wait…

Why similar: Detective 27.2%, Investigation 18.5%, Point & Click 16.8%, Mystery 13.1%, Adventure 8.2%

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: Detective 37.6%, Interactive Fiction 19.6%, Point & Click 17.9%, Puzzle 7.9%, Story Rich 6.8%

Mindcop is a non-linear „whodunnit“ detective game. It mixes a story driven adventure with real-time puzzle gaming. As the infamous Mindcop, you can dive into the minds of your suspects to uncover their secrets and unravel their lies.

Why similar: Detective 24.4%, Noir 21.3%, Investigation 14.9%, Mystery 9.7%, Point & Click 7.4%

Become the custodian of a store dealing in occult antiquities. Explore the quaint and gloomy town of Undermere, where strange goings-on and dark mysteries abound. Find and identify arcane artefacts, use your collection to aid the townsfolk with their unusual problems — and remember to pet your cat!

Why similar: Detective 27.9%, Investigation 24.2%, Mystery 12%, Point & Click 11.8%, Cozy 8%

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 31.4%, Noir 28.8%, Point & Click 10.7%, Mystery 9.7%, Adventure 6%

Join Dangeresque, (Strong Bad from Homestar Runner) 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: Detective 27.1%, Noir 22.1%, Point & Click 20.9%, Adventure 11%, Mystery 10.7%

In this short point 'n' click adventure, you are Star Seeker - a WIZARD solving a WIZARD crime to not get put in WIZARD jail by the WIZ- I mean, PLAIN OLD cops. With a useless detective, countless red herrings, and unique dialogue for every evidence combination... will this case ever be cracked?

Why similar: Detective 30.5%, Investigation 28.5%, Point & Click 13.9%, Mystery 13.2%, Adventure 6.1%

So you think you're a detective? Try your skills in the world of Deductopia! This demo features three zany and creative chapters about chaos in the classroom, mix-ups on the hiking trail, and confusion at the scout camp. Match everyone with the right names, pets, goals, and belongings to win!

Why similar: Detective 34.2%, Investigation 23.5%, Mystery 15.5%, Cute 8.9%, Point & Click 6.1%

When dinosaurs were brought back to life, none wanted to be a cop, so humans made you: Dinocop. Investigate the guests of the Cretaceous hotel to crack a meaty case that will confront you with your most profound existential dilemma. Who brought human meat to the dinosaur rights convention ?

Why similar: Detective 37.1%, Investigation 17.6%, Mystery 13.6%, Story Rich 5.6%, Funny 5.4%

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

Why similar: Detective 32%, Investigation 22%, Point & Click 13.8%, Mystery 11%, Story Rich 5.7%

Investigate a broken mind to unravel a twisted case. Deduce the truth. Restore lost memories. Listen to private conversations. Draw your own conclusions. Mind Diver is a murder mystery, where the victim is love.

Why similar: Detective 23.3%, Noir 23.2%, Investigation 20.1%, Mystery 10%, Interactive Fiction 8.9%

Tails Noir is a post-noir narrative adventure. Become raccoon private eye Howard Lotor and explore dystopian Vancouver inhabited by animals as you uncover a deeply personal story of change and transformation.

Why similar: Detective 20.9%, Noir 20.1%, Investigation 16.8%, Point & Click 8.1%, Interactive Fiction 8%

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 22.8%, Noir 20%, Investigation 19.3%, Point & Click 9.1%, Mystery 9%

Waddle and fly as a duck in space! Explore every corner of the galaxy and find curious creatures and materials along the way. Craft gadgets, upgrade your spaceship, and get cozy in this relaxing adventure.

Why similar: Cute 25.7%, Cozy 20.8%, Adventure 14.8%, Casual 14.3%, Funny 11.2%