Games Like Duck Detective: The Secret Salami

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

Why similar: Detective 30.3%, Investigation 18.4%, Mystery 9.6%, Point & Click 8.1%, Cute 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same dry, absurd humor and short, narrative-focused investigation style as the seed game.

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

Why similar: Detective 30.3%, Investigation 19.6%, Mystery 9.9%, Point & Click 8.5%, Interactive Fiction 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the delightful, low-stakes detective work and quirky character interactions found in the first installment.

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

Why similar: Detective 31.4%, Investigation 20.6%, Mystery 11.6%, Cute 8.4%, Point & Click 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: The final entry in the series perfectly captures the same whimsical, casual mystery-solving vibe that makes the seed game so special.

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 41.5%, Point & Click 15.9%, Mystery 12.3%, Story Rich 6.2%, Funny 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar blend of point-and-click investigation, pixel-art charm, and witty, supernatural-tinged comedy.

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 31.8%, Investigation 17.2%, Point & Click 11.8%, Mystery 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 7%

Why You'll Like It: It maintains the high-quality writing and humorous detective tropes that define the series and align well with the seed game.

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 34.9%, Noir 18.1%, Point & Click 11.6%, Investigation 9.5%, Mystery 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a polished, character-driven mystery where you must interview suspects and piece together clues in a beautiful, hand-drawn setting.

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 45.9%, Birds 21.6% ★, Mystery 12.6%, Story Rich 5.7%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Featuring a cast of animal characters in a legal mystery setting, it mirrors the seed game's unique animal-detective premise.

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 26.8%, Detective 24.9%, Investigation 15.2%, Point & Click 8.8%, Mystery 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This noir-inspired detective game features a feline protagonist and a similar focus on 2D investigation and crime-solving.

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 33.2%, Investigation 24.5%, Mystery 11.8%, Point & Click 10.1%, Interactive Fiction 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more puzzle-heavy, it offers a satisfying, deduction-based investigation experience that rewards careful observation.

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 47.5%, Mystery 16.3%, Funny 7.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Puzzle 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a charming, story-rich investigation experience with a distinct art style and a focus on uncovering hidden truths.

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 36.7%, Investigation 18.6%, Mystery 11.8%, Point & Click 9.5%, Noir 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant detective game that focuses on piecing together a complex family history through careful investigation and logic.

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 24.1%, Mystery 18.7%, Cute 16.6%, Funny 11.9%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same indie, cute, and funny aesthetic, focusing on dialogue and exploration in a world full of quirky characters.

Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs…

Why similar: Funny 28.2%, Adventure 18.8%, Casual 14.8%, Comedy 12.7%, Puzzle 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game matches the seed's British-style wit and absurd humor, focusing on exploration and interacting with a strange, charming world.

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 28.6%, Noir 26.3%, Point & Click 11.7%, Cute 7.4%, Mystery 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic point-and-click adventure starring a cat detective that leans heavily into the noir tropes found in the seed game.

The Award-winning detective saga returns in this standalone sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol. Uncover the truth behind 20 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not.

Why similar: Detective 36.4%, Investigation 28.3%, Mystery 13.3%, Interactive Fiction 5.9%, Point & Click 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It builds upon the deduction mechanics of its predecessor, providing a deep, satisfying mystery for fans of investigation games.

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%, Noir 20.4%, Investigation 19.3%, Point & Click 9.9%, Mystery 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This point-and-click mystery features a humorous tone and a classic detective setup that feels right at home with the seed game.

Strange Horticulture is an occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 30.2%, Investigation 22.1%, Cozy 11.5%, Mystery 11%, Point & Click 11%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a cozy, mystery-filled atmosphere that requires careful observation and deduction to solve the puzzles at hand.

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 35.6%, Investigation 19%, Point & Click 13.7%, Mystery 8.9%, Funny 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is a foundational title for the modern cozy detective genre, focusing on exploration and dialogue-based puzzle solving.

Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure set within a mysterious book. Sneak out late, make new friends, uncover hidden truths, and collect words that will change the course of fate!

Why similar: Cozy 22.2%, Interactive Fiction 17.8%, Point & Click 13.4%, Mystery 13.1%, Cute 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-driven game features a cute art style and a mystery-solving mechanic centered around changing the story's outcome.

Welcome to the FDI. As our newest Operator, your role is to use your detective skills to assist our field agents and investigate mysterious crimes. Use cutting-edge FDI software to dig for clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth.

Why similar: Detective 37.6%, Investigation 27.6%, Mystery 10.9%, Point & Click 9%, Puzzle 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, atmospheric detective game that uses computer-based investigation to uncover a gripping conspiracy.

GET AWAY WITH MURDER. Highly replayable detective game where you're the one whodunnit. From the creators of 80 Days and Heaven's Vault.

Why similar: Detective 45.2%, Interactive Fiction 14.8%, Investigation 14.5%, Mystery 10%, Puzzle 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique, replayable detective experience where you are the culprit trying to get away with the crime.

An impossible locked-room murder: Captain Mortuga lies dead beside an ancient cauldron aboard the world’s strangest submarine, crewed by sketchy suspects. A handcrafted point-and-click with sharp humour and tricky puzzles. Dive into the next mystery from the creators of Tangle Tower & Crow Country.

Why similar: Detective 30.5%, Investigation 19.7%, Point & Click 11%, Interactive Fiction 9.4%, Mystery 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A detective-themed adventure that emphasizes puzzle-solving and investigation in a narrative-heavy environment.

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 29.1%, Investigation 20.3%, Cozy 10.3%, Point & Click 9%, Interactive Fiction 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on low-stakes, cozy investigation, perfectly matching the casual detective vibe of the seed game.

Storyteller is an award-winning puzzle game about building stories. Start with a title, settings and characters and create a story that fits the story’s description. Play with stories of love, intrigue, crime, monsters, betrayal, and more!

Why similar: Point & Click 28.2%, Interactive Fiction 24.6%, Mystery 16.5%, Puzzle 14.6%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the logic of narrative construction, offering a short and clever puzzle experience.

Solve cozy, crafty whodunits. Puzzle your way through nine unique investigations – and use your noggin to make intelligent deductions. Explore the evidence, scrutinize statements, and connect the dots.

Why similar: Detective 29.3%, Investigation 20.6%, Noir 15.5%, Cozy 9.7%, Mystery 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A collection of bite-sized detective cases that prioritize cozy, puzzle-based investigation.

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 23.5%, Funny 17.7%, Casual 13.8%, Puzzle 12.9%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same short, funny, and casual experience that makes the seed game feel so accessible and entertaining.

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 28.3%, Noir 22.2%, Investigation 20.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.5%, Cute 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This casual detective game leans into the cute, animal-themed investigation style that fans of the seed game will appreciate.

You are the one and only Duck Detective, a depressed and recently divorced duck who must quack the case. Inspect evidence, make de-duck-tions, and solve this no-murder mystery!

Why similar: Detective 21.6%, Investigation 15.4%, Noir 14.8%, Birds 10.3% ★, Mystery 5.6%

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 30.2%, Investigation 22.3%, Cozy 11.3%, Point & Click 11%, Mystery 10.6%

Is This Seat Taken? is a logic puzzle game where you play matchmaker for groups of hilariously particular people. Each character has pet peeves that make seating them a delightful challenge. Find the perfect spot for each person to unlock new levels in this cozy, silly, and relatable experience.

Why similar: Cozy 22.8%, Cute 17.6%, Puzzle 17%, Point & Click 16.6%, Casual 12%

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 33.3%, Investigation 25.1%, Point & Click 12.6%, Mystery 11.7%, Funny 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click mystery that defined the genre with its engaging story and witty protagonist.

Join Norah, a woman plagued by a mysterious illness, in her search for her missing husband in this adventure puzzle game set on a lush island paradise. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and unlock forbidden secrets in a moving tale of mystery and love.

Why similar: Investigation 33.3%, Mystery 19.1%, Puzzle 13.1%, Story Rich 11.7%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a beautiful, mystery-focused adventure that rewards players for paying attention to their surroundings.

The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective mystery, set in 1897 Ireland, where you investigate the disappearance of Evelyn Deane in a remote hotel full of secrets and other-worldly occurrences.

Why similar: Detective 31.7%, Noir 23.1%, Investigation 19.9%, Mystery 9.7%, Puzzle 4.6%

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Noir 42.2%, Point & Click 25.1%, Adventure 9.1%, Story Rich 8.6%, Puzzle 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game that masterfully blends noir themes with humor and a unique, stylized world.

In 1936, something terrible happened at Galley House. Decades later, with a strange contraption that reveals echoes of the past, you must uncover the truth behind this grisly mystery.

Why similar: Detective 47.9%, Mystery 21.7%, Puzzle 8.6%, Story Rich 6.9%, Investigation 6.6%

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 31%, Investigation 22.7%, Mystery 10.2%, Cute 7.1%, Interactive Fiction 7%

Detective Inna Duke is a noir story-driven visual novel where you team up with lieutenant Inna Duke and her partner corporal Fernal to investigate the mysterious abduction of the popular streamer Oleh Hamston. But will you manage to track down the poor hamster in rainy city?

Why similar: Detective 33.7%, Noir 28.4%, Investigation 10%, Cute 5.8%, Funny 5.7%

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 24%, Noir 21%, Investigation 16.7%, Point & Click 9.4%, Mystery 7.9%

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: Detective 21.1%, Noir 20%, Investigation 14.2%, Point & Click 10.4%, Mystery 8.5%

Lost and Found Co. is a hidden object adventure in a cozy and immersive world. Join a cast of lively characters on their epic journey across countless magical locations. Find lost items, solve puzzles, and help a tiny dragon regain her power!

Why similar: Point & Click 18.8%, Cozy 15.3%, Isometric 13%, Cute 12.4%, Funny 8.9%

Solve logic puzzles and crack multiple cases in a cosy noir London using reason, not guesswork. Murders have taken place, witness statements conflict and the alibis don't add up. Everyone has a motive, and only clear logic reveals the truth.

Why similar: Detective 24.1%, Investigation 16.3%, Noir 15.6%, Point & Click 7.7%, Cozy 7.5%

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 26.4%, Investigation 19.1%, Noir 18.4%, Point & Click 9.1%, Mystery 8.5%

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 38%, Investigation 26.6%, Mystery 11.4%, Point & Click 11.4%, Puzzle 5.1%

Embark on an adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson on this surprising and elastic point-and-click game. Grab, pull, and release to help them solve a bizarre investigation full of humor and meta-time travel!

Why similar: Detective 27.7%, Investigation 17.7%, Point & Click 16.9%, Mystery 11.9%, Adventure 6.2%

It all started with a simple robbery. When that thread was pulled, a tapestry of mysteries was revealed. Solve cases and outsmart criminals in a detective story full of lies, confessions, and maybe even a murder or two.

Why similar: Detective 37.1%, Investigation 24.5%, Mystery 10.2%, Point & Click 9.3%, Story Rich 5.6%

Leave everything behind and open a tiny bookshop by the sea in this cozy narrative management game. Stock your tiny bookshop with different books and items, set up shop in scenic locations, and run your cozy second-hand bookshop while getting to know the locals.

Why similar: Cozy 45.1%, Cute 23.9%, Story Rich 15.6%, Casual 13.5%, Singleplayer 2%

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 31.6%, Noir 18.8%, Investigation 13.1%, Mystery 10.3%, Point & Click 8.3%

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: Detective 25.6%, Noir 22.2%, Investigation 19%, Point & Click 9.7%, Mystery 8.6%

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 40.1%, Investigation 16.3%, Mystery 12%, Funny 8.2%, Story Rich 5.2%

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 29.1%, Investigation 22.9%, Point & Click 9.9%, Mystery 9.2%, Cute 5.9%

Play as the Cat Detective Albert Wilde. Walk, talk, interrogate, joke, solve a mystery, and experience an old film noir setting with humanoid animal characters. A story of quantum theory and parallel universes served with a lot of humour.

Why similar: Detective 27.5%, Noir 21.7%, Investigation 19.9%, Interactive Fiction 8%, Story Rich 6.3%

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 32.8%, Investigation 18.7%, Cozy 11.5%, Mystery 8.9%, Cute 6.6%

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 30.8%, Noir 23.1%, Investigation 11.2%, Mystery 9.2%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%

In this award-winning puzzle adventure game, play as the Traveler on a quest to reunite the Peoples of the Tower. Observe, listen, and decipher ancient languages in a fascinating universe inspired by the Myth of Babel.

Why similar: Detective 34.1%, Point & Click 19.5%, Puzzle 18.3%, Adventure 8.8%, Mystery 7%

Repair old-school objects in this cozy puzzle game. Join antique-restorer Maria, as she arrives in the sun-soaked town of Bellariva and set out on a journey of helping the townsfolk reconnect.

Why similar: Casual 23.4%, Puzzle 14.8%, Cozy 13.2%, Indie 13.1%, Cute 13%

A creepy-cozy cooking simulator where you befriend local wildlife and feed them their favorite snacks! With a strange house to search and forest to explore, the witching hour has only begun.

Why similar: Cozy 39.4%, Cute 23.3%, Puzzle 17.8%, Casual 9.9%, Indie 5.5%

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 26.5%, Investigation 16.8%, Mystery 16.8%, Point & Click 16.1%, Story Rich 6.2%

It’s the 1920s and the world’s foremost detective is about to embark on his most challenging case yet. Thankfully, in this world that’s not quite like our own, there’s nobody better to crack the case than the great detective and gentleman giraffe, Lord Winklebottom.

Why similar: Detective 35.1%, Investigation 22.9%, Point & Click 14.3%, Mystery 11.4%, Adventure 4.2%

A Little to the Left is a cozy puzzle game that has you sort, stack, and organize household items into pleasing arrangements while you keep an eye out for a mischievous cat with an inclination for chaos. Check out this playful and intuitive puzzler with 100+ satisfying messes to tidy.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.1%, Cozy 26.2%, Cute 18.6%, Puzzle 14.8%, Casual 9.3%

Welcome to Mt. Holly, where every dawn unveils a new mystery. Navigate through shifting corridors and ever-changing chambers in this genre-defying strategy puzzle adventure. But will your unpredictable path lead you to the rumored Room 46?

Why similar: Investigation 45.5%, Mystery 22.4%, Puzzle 12.9%, Story Rich 8.1%, Adventure 4.9%