- #1 Holiday with Gwen
97% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Astronomic Games
Windows
Step into the shoes of detective Hank and his sidekick Gwen. This time on a top secret mission in an exotic Mediterranean-like country to uncover an illegal drug trade, but also to use this opportunity to enjoy themselves and perhaps even to savour romantic moments.
Why similar: Crime 16.2%, Detective 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Romance 11.1%, Investigation 8.5%
- #2 Horny Spy: Secret Mission
96% matchMostly Negative30% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Stacy Story Games
Windows
Horny Spy: Secret Mission is an adult visual novel with a spicy plot. A dangerous adventure, undercover missions and passionate romantic dates are waiting for you.
Why similar: Crime 14.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.2%, Detective 12.9%, Visual Novel 10.6%, Romance 9.6%
- #3 TOKYO PSYCHODEMIC
96% matchMostly Negative32% of 104 reviews2024
Dev: GRAVITY GAME ARISEPub: GRAVITY
Windows
5% of murder cases remain unsolved... it's time to open up these cases and confront the supernatural with forensic science! Solve cases by analyzing evidence and consulting with specialists. Enter a world that artfully blends 2D illustration and real-life visuals!
Why similar: Crime 14.6%, Cinematic 13.7%, Detective 11.8%, Investigation 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%
- #4 Police Detective: Tokyo Beat
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
Gather evidence, interview suspects and send your case to trial. Have you got what it takes to be Tokyo's top detective?
Why similar: Detective 21.9%, Crime 20.3%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.2%, Investigation 7.2%
- #5 Cascade Falls
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stray Paranormal
Windows · Mac · Linux
A story-driven visual novel about healing, heartbreak, and second chances. Build relationships, face your past, and shape your future in a town where every choice leaves a mark. Romance, drama, and emotional chaos await in Cascade Falls.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 21.1%, Interactive Fiction 18.9%, Romance 13.3%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Choices Matter 8.1%
- #6 Murder at Chateau de Rouge
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Abigail Fuller
Windows · Linux
This choices-matter visual novel is narrative-heavy, filled with beautifully illustrated characters, intricate stories, and two distinct endings.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.9%, Crime 14.4%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Detective 10.3%
- #7 Becoming
93% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Atelier BecomingPub: ODBear Studios
Windows
A self-centered man faces his beliefs when the past comes back to haunt him in the form of a very close friend...
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15%, Cinematic 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Drama 8.3%
- #8 Twin Mirror
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,604 reviews2021
Dev: DON'T NOD
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The small town of Basswood will be changed forever by ex-investigative journalist Sam Higgs in this thrilling narrative experience from award-winning studio DON'T NOD. Will you find the truth – no matter the cost?
Why similar: Cinematic 15%, Crime 15%, Detective 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%
- #9 The Gallery
91% matchMixed69% of 169 reviews2022
Dev: PRM Games
Windows · Mac
An art curator is held hostage by a portraitist who threatens to detonate a bomb unless their demands are met. 'The Gallery' contains two interactive narratives - set in 1981 (with a female protagonist) and 2021 (with a male protagonist).
Why similar: Cinematic 14%, Detective 13.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.1%, Investigation 10.9%
- #10 Rich & Youn
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: tremmiGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Rich and Youn" is a classic visual novel with a few choices. The game combines a visual novel with an adult series. The game is filled with humor and cynical jokes. If you are an impressionable nature or may get offended by reading some jokes, this game is not for you.
Why similar: Cinematic 16.8%, Interactive Fiction 15.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.1%, Visual Novel 12%, Realistic 9.7%
- #11 Altered Bloodlines
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Dream Cloud Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
A troubling missing persons case soon snowballs into an investigation of a shadowy criminal enterprise and vast conspiracies that even affect your own family. Will you be able to solve the mystery while protecting those dear to you? Will your fledgling romance survive full knowledge of your past?
Why similar: Crime 20.6%, Investigation 14.3%, Romance 13%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Interactive Fiction 10.7%
- #12 IN LOVE: Temptations in Amsterdam
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Playtouch
Windows
IN LOVE: Temptations in Amsterdam takes you on a thrilling romantic journey through canals, secrets, and desire. Your choices will shape how far you’ll go in this passionate and mysterious adventure.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.8%, Cinematic 15.8%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Drama 9.2%
- #13 IN LOVE: Mystic Passions Pack
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Playtouch
Windows
IN LOVE: Mystic Passions Pack features 3 enchanting stories – A Raven’s Call, Bloodstained, and Arcanum Academy. Make your choices, dive into mystery, and experience supernatural romances filled with emotion and suspense.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.8%, Cinematic 15.8%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Drama 9.2%
- #14 Pineapple Legend
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zebra3dPub: Sukuratchi
Windows
Find the Golden Pineapple and the crimes against the Mayans. In Pineapple Legend, solve investigations with amusing and humorous situations. Explore the city of Takitani: investigate, solve puzzles, collect cards, equip accessories, fish, garden, fight in the arena, and increase your affinity!!!
Why similar: Crime 16.2%, Detective 13.7%, Investigation 13.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%
- #15 Romance after dark
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: Lesson of Passion
Windows
ROMANCE AFTER DARK is a noir blend of visual novel and adventure game experience. Play as Trevor, once successful private investigator and help him put his miserable life on the right track again. Use your detective hunch and interact with characters and objects.
Why similar: Crime 15.9%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.6%, Detective 11.2%, Visual Novel 10.8%
- #16 IN LOVE: True Romance Pack
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Playtouch
Windows
IN LOVE: Romance Edition features 3 heartfelt stories – Interview with Fate, Tessa’s Choice, and The Rhythm of Passion. Make decisions, shape your path, and experience unique endings in this interactive romance game.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.3%, Cinematic 16.1%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Drama 9.4%
- #17 Lilith Was Dead
86% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Heat Wave Games
Windows · Mac
After being away at college, you meet up with two of your friends at a local movie theatre. What starts out as a simple reunion, quickly unravels to be a gruesome murder mystery with your friend as the victim. It is now your mission to find out who did it, and how in this visual novel style game.
Why similar: Crime 20%, Investigation 15.4%, Detective 15.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%
- #18 Detective Trent
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pegamob
Windows
Detective Trent is a narrative-driven mystery game inspired by Trent’s Last Case. Investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and uncover the truth through evidence and dialogue. Your reasoning shapes the case, leading to multiple outcomes and endings.
Why similar: Crime 18.8%, Interactive Fiction 17.2%, Detective 14.1%, Investigation 12.6%, Visual Novel 12.3%
- #19 Relics of Wayne: Greymoor
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blackroot GamesPub: TinyHat Studios
Windows · Mac
An EROTIC POINT & CLICK ADVENTURE inspired by the classic detective games of the 90s. Explore, investigate, and form intimate relationships as you uncover the truth behind a town's dark secret.
Why similar: Cinematic 14.4%, Detective 12.9%, Investigation 12.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.1%
- #20 Dragon Detective: A Friend from the Shadows
83% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: Sungazer Software LLC
Windows
A thrilling detective mystery adventure set in a historical fantasy world. As a dragon detective, use your six senses to find evidence and hunt down the culprit.
Why similar: Crime 18.2%, Detective 17.8%, Interactive Fiction 16.6%, Investigation 11.4%, Visual Novel 11.4%
- #21 Arderico's Journey
84% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Masquerade
Windows
Set off on an exciting swashbuckling quest in this classic Fantasy Choose Your Own Adventure! Meet charming characters, fight dangerous foes, and uncover a nefarious intrigue. Experience seamless and reactive storytelling. Prove your innocence, find your destiny, relish the journey!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 19.2%, Interactive Fiction 17.7%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Romance 11.8%
- #22 Betrayed
82% matchVery Positive87% of 54 reviews2024
Dev: Joraell
Windows
Betrayed is erotic game that focuses on the main storyline. The player's choices throughout the game will influence the direction of the story. In addition to the main storyline, the game also features side quests, hidden scenes, and bonus content.
Why similar: Clicker 16.1%, Interactive Fiction 15.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Cinematic 11.2%
- #23 The Unclosed Case: Pike
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CazimG
Windows
A narrative-driven detective thriller. Reed and partner Grant investigate a murder case that resets through a time loop. Gather clues, interrogate witnesses, build timelines in the mind palace, and uncover the truth through deduction and multiple endings.
Why similar: Crime 23.1%, Detective 18.9%, Cinematic 15.8%, Investigation 12.9%, Choices Matter 10.1%
- #24 Lost & Found: A This Bed We Made Story
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lowbirth Games
Windows
Lost & Found is a standalone, short story game taking place aboard a 1960s transatlantic ship. Play as Sophie Roy in her new job as a stewardess, and help solve a curious series of thefts in this narrative-driven mystery set after the events of This Bed We Made.
Why similar: Cinematic 15%, Detective 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.9%, Investigation 12.2%
- #25 Burden of Truth
80% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: RobProductions
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Burden of Proof saga continues! Step into the shoes of legendary prosecutor Conrad Cross during a pivotal moment of his journey. Investigate crime scenes, solve mysteries using evidence, and make your case in the courtroom. The burden lies with you to unravel the truth!
Why similar: Detective 15.8%, Investigation 15.3%, Cinematic 14.5%, Crime 13.9%, Drama 12.4%
- #26 BAD STUDENT LOVE
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: REALIZE NOVA
Windows
Labeled a “troublemaker,” you transfer to the worst high school. There, you become entangled in dangerous relationships driven by desire, jealousy, and manipulation. Will you get closer, be used, or get hurt— your choices will determine how your story with them ends.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.2%, Crime 14.4%, Cinematic 13.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.6%, Visual Novel 12%
- #27 Gloomy Clues: The Broken Mirror
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Paradise ®
Windows · Mac · Linux
A noir graphic adventure where your mind is your greatest enemy. Investigate crimes, interrogate suspects, and survive in this point-and-click remake, rebuilt from the ground up. Solve the mystery before your demons consume you. Play the free demo and wishlist now!
Why similar: Crime 14.6%, Detective 14.4%, Cinematic 13.3%, Investigation 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%
- #28 Nocturnal Visitors: Book One
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miguel H. DeathPub: Judatone Studios
Windows
Discover a world where magic and science, chaos and order, are two sides of the same coin.
Why similar: Crime 18%, Interactive Fiction 16.3%, Detective 13.7%, Investigation 13.4%, Cinematic 11.8%
- #29 Kayotica
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kicksoft Studio
Windows
In Kayotica, you play as April—a clever but manipulative student caught in a web of friendship, rivalry, and dark crimes. What begins as ordinary campus life quickly turns into a mystery of betrayal, hidden truths, and a shocking murder. Can you solve the mystery, or will you become the next victim?
Why similar: Crime 19.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.9%, Detective 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Investigation 10.3%
- #30 Private Eye: The Young Heir
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lucky 7 Studios
Windows
Private Eye is a detective game where you play as Hakeem trying to solve the murder case of Amir. The wealthy heir Amir kept strange company, is one of them his murderer? Explore, investigate, solve puzzles, and find discrepancies to unravel his mysterious death.
Why similar: Detective 17.5%, Crime 17.3%, Investigation 15.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.8%
- #31 泥舟と罪人
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NONALCOHOL.
Windows · Mac
A closed-off ghost town, and the unsolved bizarre serial murders that once occurred there. A “daily life collapse” suspense × death game novel ADV that depicts the obsessive love and revenge of 11 people whose lives were irrevocably shattered by that horrific incident.
Why similar: Detective 17.3%, Crime 16.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.2%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Cinematic 11%
- #32 琉璃烟火-Flame in Glass-
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gloria Works
Windows
他期待着事业的成果,她期待着追逐的爱情,她期待能给身边的人们带来笑容,他期待能成为故事的主角,他们生活的这座城市期待着海啸后的痊愈……可是,一场突如其来的爆炸扰乱了这一切。烟火暗淡,琉璃蒙尘,他们所期待的,能够实现吗?
Why similar: Crime 23.2%, Detective 20.9%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Romance 15.3%, Drama 7.8%
- #33 Cold Verdict
77% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Astronomic Games
Windows · Linux
Five strangers wake up in a dark room in an abandoned building with no idea who put them there and why. They now need to work together in order to figure out what connects them and how to get out of this place. A short psychological thriller visual novel with choices.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Cinematic 13.1%, Drama 11.6%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.4%
- #34 Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Chapter IV: "Sacred Feathers"
75% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Tanuki-sama Studios
Windows · Linux
NINA AQUILA is back for her brightest, boldest, most magical adventure yet!
Why similar: Crime 20.1%, Detective 17.4%, Investigation 15.3%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Visual Novel 11.7%
- #35 The King is Dead
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: little bonsai
Windows · Mac · Linux
You're entangled in a royal conspiracy. A deadly game where the pieces can become friends, foes, lovers, and of course… sacrifices.
Why similar: Detective 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Crime 12.9%, Investigation 11.2%, Romance 11%
- #36 Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 7,107 reviews2022
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 32.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll: the romanticism of the Eighties, mystery and intrigues, betrayal and sacrifice, hatred and passion — all this and more in the new game from the creators of the legendary visual novel Everlasting Summer!
Why similar: Detective 14%, Investigation 12.2%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.9%, Romance 11.8%
- #37 The Empty Desk
74% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: CheesecakeGames
Windows
Immerse yourself in a psychological thriller with narrative adventure elements and unsettling details. Join Detective Bennett on his final case and uncover dark secrets in a world where reality bends and sanity wavers.
Why similar: Crime 18.1%, Detective 14.8%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Cinematic 12.7%, Investigation 12.5%
- #38 Putrika 1st.cut:The Reason She Must Perish
73% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: トトメトリPub: Kagami Games
Windows
Watch a tragedy unfold and uncover one lone girl's forbidden love underneath. This kinetic novel features beautiful visuals, a charming cast of characters, and a gripping drama at its heart.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.5%, Romance 19.5%, Interactive Fiction 18.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.3%, Drama 11.7%
- #39 春泥 Soil of Rebirth
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 282 reviews2026
Dev: 午夜说书人
Windows
《春泥》是一款刑侦题材的悬疑解谜推理游戏。2018年中秋前夕,刑警程佑接到报案,动身前往泥塑匠林家处理一起家庭伤人案。随着调查深入,案件的疑点层层浮现,将她引向一连串尘封已久的谜团。往事的土壤正在松动,深埋的真相即将揭开......
Why similar: Crime 20.4%, Detective 16.4%, Clicker 16%, Interactive Fiction 13.8%, Investigation 12.8%
- #40 Clash: Robot Detective - Complete Edition
74% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Drone Garden Studios
Windows
Crack the case with Clash!
Why similar: Robots 21.9%, Detective 20.2%, Crime 16.5%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Drama 8.2%
- #41 Cold Verdict 3
71% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Astronomic Games
Windows
The third and final part of the 'Cold Verdict' trilogy. Claire has spent two years tracking down the elusive masked man who puts people through psychological games. Now she has to get through another of his ordeals if she wants to bring him to justice. Make choices and decide the final outcome!
Why similar: Crime 15.7%, Visual Novel 15.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Detective 11.4%, Choices Matter 10.4%
- #42 Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Season One
73% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2021
Dev: Tanuki-sama Studios
Windows · Linux
The chart-topping itch.io and Newgrounds indie hit comes to Steam, with a slew of enhancements and new features! Step into court as Nina Aquila, rookie defense attorney in this thrilling VN/adventure game hybrid, and fight for justice in a world where all anime genres exist at once!
Why similar: Crime 19.9%, Detective 18.6%, Investigation 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Interactive Fiction 11.9%
- #43 Defending Lydia Collier
72% matchVery Positive90% of 125 reviews2022
Dev: White Phantom Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lydia Collier has been charged with the murder of her billionaire husband after he mysteriously vanished, and it is your job to prove her innocence. Find evidence, follow leads, make decisions and crack the case, and whilst you do it date and find love in London as a newly single, wealthy lawyer.
Why similar: Crime 14%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Detective 12.8%, Visual Novel 11%, Romance 10.7%
- #44 Death Trick: Double Blind
71% matchVery Positive88% of 269 reviews2024
Dev: Misty Mountain StudioPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The star magician of Morgan’s Traveling Circus is missing, but the show must go on! In this non-linear detective visual novel, unravel the mystery from two different perspectives as you learn the varying stories of an entire circus of performers, each with their own lives... and their own secrets.
Why similar: Crime 16.3%, Detective 14.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14%, Interactive Fiction 13.9%, Investigation 11.7%
- #45 Baskin All-In: The Family
70% matchMixed55% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: TheSugarRayPub: The Sugar Boudoir
Windows · Mac · Linux
Baskin All-In: the Family is a choice-driven adult visual novel about a small town family drama. Its rich story doesn't shy away from jokes, sex, romance or realities of life. Play a failed actor and learn to follow a new dream. If it's too much, kiss your sister and everything will be alright.
Why similar: Cinematic 14.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%, Romance 11.9%, Visual Novel 11.7%
- #46 The Dawning
73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Beau YotkaPub: Yotka Games LLC
Windows
The Dawning is a first-person puzzle mystery game. Play as Detective Madison as he searches 7 beautifully crafted areas for clues to catch a killer. Use stealth to sneak past deadly enemies. Solve complex puzzles to access new areas, progress the rich storyline, and obtain key items.
Why similar: Cinematic 18.9%, Crime 18.4%, Detective 12.8%, Drama 12.1%, Realistic 10.4%
- #47 Going Your Own Way - Episode One
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Heavenshire Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Going Your Own Way is a visual novel that allows you to make choices that will help a young man trying to understand his place in the world while dealing with the recent ending of a long-term relationship, the challenges of modern dating, and a toxic workplace.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.3%, Visual Novel 14%, Romance 11.8%, Choices Matter 9.7%
- #48 Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy
69% matchVery Positive88% of 4,106 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 33.6 hrsMean: 52.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of 3 games! This title features 16 episodes (including previously DLC-only episodes) and supports English, French, German, Japanese Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese.
Why similar: Detective 20.8%, Crime 18.5%, Investigation 18%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.5%
- #49 Milf Dream
71% match8 user reviews25% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Byaka Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Do you want to hook up the hottest moms? We got you covered, milf lovers!
Why similar: Cinematic 19.8%, Interactive Fiction 18.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.7%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Realistic 10.9%
- #50 Detective Simulator
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DRAGO entertainment
Windows
Assume the role of a modern detective and solve fascinating cases using lots of gadgets and your own skills. Let a sophisticated narrative help you uncover clues and secrets that might not be apparent right away and become a star detective.
Why similar: Detective 28.6%, Crime 19.7%, Investigation 17.1%, Realistic 8.8%, Choices Matter 7.6%
- #51 Neighbors - A Visual Novel
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Amateur Studio
Windows
Know your neighbors. Find the truth. Betray them. Experience the nightmare of the Salem Witch Trials in this horror story based on true events.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.6%, Crime 15.8%, Romance 14.9%, Drama 14.8%, Choices Matter 12.9%
- #52 Best Served Cold
67% matchVery Positive89% of 596 reviews2025
Dev: Rogueside
Windows · Mac
Can you mix a cocktail while eye-to-eye with a criminal? Find out in Best Served Cold, a murder mystery set in a bustling speakeasy where you serve customers, make friends and enemies, and solve crimes. At the Nightcap bar, prohibition is a killer… and so are some of your customers!
Why similar: Detective 19.9%, Investigation 14.8%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Choices Matter 10.7%
- #53 HIYOKU NO TORI
69% matchPositive80% of 35 reviews2023
Dev: kamotanprojectPub: iMel
Windows
An occult-mystery-adventure game set in Kyoto—detectives investigate to solve bizarre and complex cases. What did Kamotan detectives finally uncover on their way to the truth of these cryptic incidents?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 21.7%, Crime 20.1%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Detective 16.9%, Adventure 9.3%
- #54 Clue: Murder By Death
66% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Cocodrolo Games
Windows · Mac
A story-rich detective mystery set in 1930s England. Investigate a murder inside a sprawling manor, interrogate suspicious residents, and make meaningful choices to uncover the truth — before Scotland Yard arrives.
Why similar: Crime 18%, Detective 16.3%, Investigation 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.9%
- #55 Who Pressed Mute on Uncle Marcus?
68% matchMixed66% of 1,161 reviews2022
Dev: Wales Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
An eccentric FMV murder mystery with a twist: someone has poisoned Uncle Marcus. Uncover the truth in the yearly family quiz and try to save him before it is too late.
Why similar: Crime 13.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.8%, Detective 12.1%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Realistic 9.2%
- #56 Just A Memory!
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cryptmatics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Just a Memory is a story based choice and consequence game featuring Aaron Page, a 19 year-old college student investigating the murder of his best friend while confronting his demons.
Why similar: Crime 17.2%, Interactive Fiction 16.7%, Cinematic 16%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15%, Detective 12.4%
- #57 Valenza Family
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arcane Ink Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Step into the mind of Michael Valenza—a ruthless made man scarred by his past, haunted by guilt, and shaped by violence. In this dark, story-first Mafia visual novel, trust is currency, betrayal cuts deep, and every scene drags you deeper into a world ruled by blood and silence.
Why similar: Crime 22.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.4%, Cinematic 12.5%, Visual Novel 12%, Drama 11%
- #58 This Bed We Made
66% matchVery Positive91% of 2,983 reviews2023
Dev: Lowbirth Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Crime 17.9%, Cinematic 16.3%, Investigation 14%, Detective 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 9.1%
- #59 Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,302 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30.3 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Crime 23.6%, Investigation 22%, Detective 18.4%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.5%
- #60 The Missing Threads
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Wynd_devPub: wysg
Windows
Erased memories, scattered clues. What will you uncover, and what will you leave buried? As an amnesiac detective, investigate crime scenes with limited focus. You can't analyze everything. Strategically choose your leads to shape the case and reclaim your lost past. Start now.
Why similar: Crime 29.2%, Interactive Fiction 24%, Detective 20.6%, Investigation 15.3%, Adventure 9.7%