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A top-down detective adventure with point-and-click mechanics, inspired by classic Game Boy games. Follow Waffles in his first days as an inspector who wants to prove to everyone that he is more than just a rookie. But beware… Your future worst enemy is hiding in the shadows.

Reviews: Very Positive — 98% — of 50 reviews
Released: 2024-11-15
Developer: Goloso Games
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows

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    Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.

    Why similar: Mystery 21.4%, Puzzle 18%, Investigation 16%, Story Rich 9.2%, Retro 9.1%

  59. #59 Voodoo Detective
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 374 reviews2022
    Dev: Short Sleeve Studio, LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 32.1%, Mystery 13.6%, Investigation 12.6%, Funny 11.3%, Puzzle 9.4%

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