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Games Like Motives: The Ultimate Problem

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Top detectives from all over the world are gathered to solve the ultimate world-threatening mystery. Examine clues and piece together deductions in this thrilling visual novel — a direct sequel to Methods: The Detective Competition.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: LockedOn Games
Publisher: Erabit
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vitamins
    Windows

    A mystery adventure game featuring a camera-headed detective and a superpowered girl teaming up to solve crimes. Play as the detective to gather and combine clues, reveal the hidden truth, and tear down fabricated lies.

    Why similar: Investigation 30.2%, Mystery 18.3%, Visual Novel 17%, Point & Click 12.1%, Cartoony 11.1%

  2. #2 Goto Family's- ''The Island Murder Case''
    96% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2019
    Dev: ゆしま
    Windows · Mac

    This is a detective adventure game. About 2 hours to complete. Find the murderer!

    Why similar: Investigation 33.3%, Visual Novel 25.6%, Mystery 15.1%, Cartoony 14.1%, Adventure 7.3%

  3. #3 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 2
    95% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: White Tophat
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The second of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 27.9%, Investigation 27%, Cartoony 17.8%, Mystery 14.3%, Story Rich 6.1%

  4. #4 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 4
    95% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: White Tophat
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The fourth of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 28.2%, Investigation 27.2%, Mystery 21.9%, Cartoony 9.2%, Adventure 5.6%

  5. #5 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 1
    93% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: White Tophat
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The first of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

    Why similar: Investigation 31.8%, Visual Novel 28.6%, Mystery 18.8%, Cartoony 10.1%, Adventure 4.3%

  6. #6 The Light at the End of the Ocean
    94% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: Jane Titor
    Windows

    A point-and-click visual novel about unlikely friendship and loss of identity

    Why similar: Investigation 27.9%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Point & Click 14.3%, Mystery 14%, Stylized 9.9%

  7. #7 Room 502 : School Mystery Game
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LOTS
    Windows · Mac

    A cynical high schooler, Hae-eun's mundane life takes a colorful turn as she and her dorm roommates in Room 502 unravel mysterious incidents on campus. This game blends academy life, mystery, and youth in a captivating detective adventure.

    Why similar: Investigation 27.5%, Visual Novel 20.8%, Mystery 13.3%, Point & Click 12.8%, Cartoony 11.5%

  8. #8 Castle of Thorns
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BodzaWorks
    Windows

    A mystery visual novel set in a cursed castle. Explore, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth behind the castle's dark past.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 30%, Investigation 21.2%, Point & Click 17.8%, Mystery 12.3%, Adventure 10.2%

  9. #9 Rivals
    91% matchVery Positive100% of 56 reviews2020
    Dev: Owlskip Games
    Windows

    A deep and immersive narrative puzzle game.

    Why similar: Investigation 53.7%, Visual Novel 33%, Story Rich 7%, 2D 5.1%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  10. #10 SOLDA
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nullbyte Works
    Windows

    In AUREX, a city where every citizen's emotions are controlled, you are SOLDA, a rookie special investigator. Armed with an emotion scanner that reads what suspects try to hide, catch the tremor behind every lie, piece the clues together, and uncover the truth.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 28%, Investigation 27.5%, Mystery 21.9%, Point & Click 7.1%, Story Rich 5.4%

  11. #11 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 3
    90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: White Tophat
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The third of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 30.3%, Investigation 29.6%, Mystery 20.5%, Cartoony 7.4%, Adventure 5.6%

  12. #12 SEMMELWEIS
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: N130
    Windows

    Narrative game about the life of Ignace Semmelweis, a visionary doctor who has saved thousand of lives of mothers in the 19e century.

    Why similar: Investigation 33.9%, Point & Click 17.5%, Mystery 14.7%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Adventure 10.3%

  13. #13 Among Us Story: On Guard
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Innersloth
    Windows · Mac

    Live life as a Crewmate in this dangerous narrative adventure through space. As Guard, you're in charge of shipwide security and everything is fine. Until there's a MURDER?! Prove your innocence before the Impostor gets to the rest of the crew... and you.

    Why similar: Investigation 26.1%, Mystery 22.7%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Point & Click 12.7%, Story Rich 5.8%

  14. #14 WHODUNNIT
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Don Attico
    Windows

    WHODUNNIT is a mystery visual novel following a man who must answer a burning question: who the hell did he hook up with last night?

    Why similar: Investigation 30.8%, Visual Novel 25.5%, Mystery 18.3%, Point & Click 8.3%, Story Rich 5.7%

  15. #15 The Troll & The Witch's House
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Bandit
    Windows

    The Troll & The Witch’s House is a point-and-click adventure game set in a strange house filled with mysteries. Piece together fragments of the past, uncover secrets and find the key to your escape.

    Why similar: Mystery 24.2%, Point & Click 18.8%, Investigation 16.7%, Cartoony 12.4%, Stylized 10.4%

  16. #16 Samuel Sage: The Mystery at Penby Inn
    86% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2024
    Dev: Seam Entertainment
    Windows

    A murder-mystery visual novel about a young man who inherits a charming English hotel. Some would say he’s fortunate, but with a growing list of unexplained disasters and murder, has his luck finally run out?

    Why similar: Investigation 30.4%, Visual Novel 25.2%, Mystery 20.7%, Cartoony 5.8%, Story Rich 5.3%

  17. #17 The Havoc Channel
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: TRY500Pub: Ralphie & Cohort Fan Club
    Windows

    A mystery comedy visual novel game told strictly through the eyes of a news anchor. Learn about the city of Brookside, report the news as best you can, and guide the citizens toward a happy ending.

    Why similar: Investigation 35%, Visual Novel 28.5%, Mystery 19.5%, Point & Click 9.5%, Story Rich 5.9%

  18. #18 Methods: The Detective Competition
    85% matchVery Positive91% of 752 reviews2020
    Dev: LockedOn GamesPub: Erabit
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    One hundred detectives compete against each other in a crime-solving competition.

    Why similar: Investigation 22.9%, Visual Novel 17%, Mystery 14.6%, Cartoony 11.7%, Point & Click 9.9%

  19. #19 RDの遠隔推理 | リモート・ディテクティブの遠隔推理
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: zakuzakugame
    Windows

    Takemaru Abiko, creator of “Banshee's Last Cry,” the landmark mystery game that sold over 1 million copies, will release A brand-new game based on “Armchair Detective”. Search through in-game apps and Rescue YOUR sister, Hikari Takizawa, who has suddenly gone missing in Nagano Prefecture.

    Why similar: Investigation 32.1%, Visual Novel 30.7%, Mystery 24.9%, Adventure 11.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  20. #20 The Missing Threads
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Wynd_devPub: wysg
    Windows

    [DEMO available now!] 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.

    Why similar: Investigation 33.1%, Visual Novel 21%, Mystery 20.3%, Point & Click 14.2%, Story Rich 4.8%

  21. #21 Long Time No See
    83% matchVery Positive97% of 94 reviews2023
    Dev: Incredulous Interactive
    Windows

    Reunite with your best friends, unravel the secrets of a haunted house, and assist a cute little ghost in this heartwarming adventure where every puzzle brings you closer to the mysteries within.

    Why similar: Investigation 25.1%, Visual Novel 24%, Point & Click 15.5%, Mystery 15.3%, Story Rich 5.3%

  22. #22 Gray Protocol
    82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Ctrl Z Crew
    Windows

    Seventy-eight years after the Great Collapse, the city of Belmarc stands as a beacon of civilization amid the ruins. A city where magic and technology intertwine, where humans and machines coexist. And in its depths, one Courier begins to chase the forgotten sins of the past.

    Why similar: Investigation 24.9%, Visual Novel 24.8%, Cartoony 15.4%, Mystery 14.4%, Story Rich 6%

  23. #23 LumineNight
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 562 reviews2024
    Dev: Spickasoft
    Windows

    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: Visual Novel 20.1%, Mystery 19.5%, Investigation 17.7%, Cartoony 13.7%, Point & Click 10.9%

  24. #24 Paradise Lofts
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2020
    Dev: BaMa Media
    Windows

    PARADISE LOFTS is a slow-burning, noir, hardcore sex romp, set in the fictitious city of Paradise in 1958. A visual novel, point-and-click journey, with loads of mini-games, crazy characters, and multiple solutions to challenges. 8 - 12 hrs.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 25.3%, Investigation 22.1%, Point & Click 15.8%, Mystery 12.5%, Cartoony 7.8%

  25. #25 The Game Maker: A Carol Reed Mystery
    81% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: MDNA Games
    Windows

    Follow detective Carol Reed in this colorful mystery, made with real-life photographs. The game features a classic adventure game interface, plenty of puzzles, and a series of minigames as an integrated part of the story.

    Why similar: Investigation 32.1%, Mystery 22.3%, Point & Click 19.6%, Adventure 10.1%, Female Protagonist 5.6%

  26. #26 Sticker Detective: By the Book
    80% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Emily Okon
    Windows

    Sticker Detective: By the Book is a point'n'click investigation game, where you solve mysteries using stickers. Join the famed Sticker Detective, Laura, as she explores the town of Green Wood, where a puzzling death took place.

    Why similar: Investigation 33.3%, Mystery 19.8%, Point & Click 13.9%, Cartoony 10%, Stylized 6.2%

  27. #27 ストレイ・メモリア
    79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: ルピナスパレット
    Windows

    A contemporary juvenile mystery about young boys and girls who grow up confused and troubled, and adults who harbor secrets.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 40.7%, Mystery 31.1%, Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 7.4%, Female Protagonist 6.1%

  28. #28 Shelter from the Storm
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 96 reviews2025
    Dev: Home Groan Games
    Windows

    Rain lashes down soaking you to the bone, you take shelter in a seemingly abandoned house. Navigate through the rooms solving puzzles and trying to escape in this short point & click adventure game.

    Why similar: Investigation 37.6%, Point & Click 23.8%, Mystery 18.7%, Adventure 8.7%, Atmospheric 7.2%

  29. #29 Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy
    78% matchVery Positive88% of 4,400 reviews2024
    Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 35.7 hrsMean: 54.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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: Investigation 30.4%, Visual Novel 30.4%, Mystery 18.3%, Adventure 7%, Story Rich 4.7%

  30. #30 Kabaret
    79% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2023
    Dev: Persona Theory Games
    Windows

    Welcome to the Kabaret - where monsters from Southeast Asian myths and folklores dwell. Perform tea ceremonies, play traditional games, and question your humanity.

    Why similar: Investigation 27.4%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Point & Click 13.4%, Mystery 9.7%, Stylized 9.1%

  31. #31 Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,758 reviews2024
    Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 32.8 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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: Investigation 37%, Visual Novel 23.2%, Mystery 20.2%, Adventure 6.2%, Story Rich 5.4%

  32. #32 The Case of the Catacombs: A Tale from Atruxia
    77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Magic Moon Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A buddy-cop rom-com visual novel set in a medieval fantasy world.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Investigation 20.7%, Point & Click 13.6%, Mystery 12.4%, Cartoony 12.3%

  33. #33 Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 1,036 reviews2026
    Dev: Team Tetrapod
    Windows · Mac

    Staffer Retro is a mystery adventure game where you uncover past incidents related to ‘Mana’, the source of supernatural powers. Gather information through dialogue and exploration, and piece together clues found in documents to guide the choices of Verita Retro, the protagonist.

    Why similar: Investigation 23.4%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Mystery 18.5%, Cartoony 10.3%, Point & Click 10.1%

  34. #34 Tokyo Detectives
    77% matchMixed69% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: Rincho Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Detective Game. Murder Investigation. Interrogate witnesses. Rebut with evidence.

    Why similar: Investigation 33.9%, Visual Novel 24%, Mystery 19.3%, Point & Click 9.2%, Female Protagonist 5.6%

  35. #35 Hawkshaw Case: Truth & Prevention
    75% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Hawkshaw Entertainment
    Windows

    Investigate crime scenes, interrogate witnesses and organize your evidence to catch the culprit. Solve multiple different cases in varying areas and talk to many unique and fun characters. Can you solve it? Come and see.

    Why similar: Investigation 37.5%, Visual Novel 32%, Mystery 17.7%, Point & Click 10.5%, Singleplayer 2.3%

  36. #36 ステータス確認探偵
    73% matchVery Positive95% of 86 reviews2025
    Dev: 風切羽
    Windows

    Check the suspect's status and solve the mystery! A status-checking mystery ADV in which a rookie detective takes on difficult cases that take place in a fantasy world.

    Why similar: Mystery 31.4%, Visual Novel 29%, Investigation 22%, Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 3.6%

  37. #37 These Nights Alone
    76% matchPositive82% of 39 reviews2020
    Dev: ryArt
    Windows

    Follow Alice during the investigation about her husband

    Why similar: Investigation 28%, Visual Novel 24.2%, Mystery 18.6%, Point & Click 15.1%, Adventure 5.8%

  38. #38 探偵Rと預言者J
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NUMBER7
    Windows · Mac

    Gather evidence and uncover the truth through your interactions with others in this mystery adventure game about a case where past and present collide.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Mystery 29.6%, Adventure 14.5%, Story Rich 7.6%, 2D 6.8%

  39. #39 Bone to Pick: Forensic Case Files
    74% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Studio K Games
    Windows

    From a single bone to a name and the truth. A forensic mystery adventure where every case starts with the evidence. Search crime scenes, analyze bones, outwit lying witnesses, and close all 7 cases with your brilliant colleagues — plus 5 minigames and one very good dog. Hand-drawn comic-book style.

    Why similar: Investigation 27%, Visual Novel 25.9%, Mystery 20.7%, Point & Click 10.3%, Adventure 5.1%

  40. #40 Hornet the Vanguard
    73% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: Chiptune,Inc.
    Windows · Mac

    "Reveal all, deceive all." Hornet the Vanguard, a mystery-solving adventure game. Solve mysteries and gather information in the exploration part, and uncover the truth in the deduction part! …The key to the case is always with buddy.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Mystery 22.2%, Investigation 18.2%, Point & Click 13.7%, Adventure 9.1%

  41. #41 Paper Perjury
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 228 reviews2024
    Dev: Paper Cat Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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: Visual Novel 25.5%, Mystery 21.1%, Investigation 17.4%, Point & Click 13.8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

  42. #42 Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives
    72% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2023
    Dev: Apexchimps
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Arthur and Susan, two inseparable friends solving mysteries together. Fun and cozy indie point&click. Don't miss it!

    Why similar: Investigation 29.6%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Point & Click 16.3%, Cartoony 14.7%, Mystery 10.9%

  43. #43 머준이의 사건파일 ~쌍둥이 저택의 비밀~
    73% matchMostly Positive80% of 60 reviews2022
    Dev: Sandbox Network, Inc.
    Windows

    Mystery detective with eye-catching pixel art graphics. Gather clues, solve riddles, and collect unexpected and interesting game endings!

    Why similar: Investigation 32.7%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Mystery 21.5%, Cartoony 7%, Adventure 5.9%

  44. #44 Metaphobia
    72% matchVery Positive85% of 500 reviews2020
    Dev: Digital Mosaic Games
    Windows

    Metaphobia is an investigative mystery game in the style of classic 1990’s point-and-click adventures. Take control of Richard Elmstat in his journey to solve his father's murder.

    Why similar: Investigation 35.8%, Mystery 28.4%, Point & Click 25.8%, Adventure 9.9%

  45. #45 Neither dead nor alive
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KK Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    In Neither Dead or Alive, you awaken as a skeleton brought back to life by a young, overzealous necromancer. But something went wrong—you retained your will, your mind, and your burning desire for freedom. Trapped within the ominous castle of your creator, your journey to escape begins.

    Why similar: Investigation 33.4%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Mystery 20.7%, Adventure 5.3%, Atmospheric 4.7%

  46. #46 FAKEBOOK
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 813 reviews2024
    Dev: banjihagames
    Windows · Mac

    Point-and-click mystery adventure on the virtual Social Media! Find secrets hidden by family, friends, companies, and idols.

    Why similar: Investigation 30.7%, Visual Novel 22.6%, Mystery 21.6%, Point & Click 11.2%, Story Rich 5.9%

  47. #47 The Murder of Ava Monroe
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BUNKWORKS
    Windows · Mac

    A gripping detective noir mystery that blends investigation and deduction with a rich, character-driven story. The Murder of Ava Monroe is cozy, twisty, and oozing with atmosphere.

    Why similar: Investigation 39.5%, Mystery 22.8%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Point & Click 9.7%, Story Rich 6.7%

  48. #48 Star Seeker in: the Secret of the Sorcerous Standoff
    71% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2020
    Dev: Benedict Ide
    Windows · Mac

    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: Investigation 32.3%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Mystery 20.2%, Point & Click 15.6%, Adventure 5.8%

  49. #49 Eclipse : Special Forces
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 71 reviews2025
    Dev: MoonSun
    Windows · Mac

    MEN ARE EXTINCT. ONLY WOMEN REMAIN. Welcome to Eclipse—a choice-driven Yuri VN where God, Kings, Soldiers, and even Villains are all women. As Haesu, an elite agent, your choices will forge her destiny and the very future of the world. Amidst love, desire, and bloodshed—can you handle the truth?

    Why similar: Investigation 29.1%, Visual Novel 22.3%, Cartoony 16.1%, Mystery 14%, Female Protagonist 5.3%

  50. #50 Zombie Police: Christmas Dancing with Police Zombies
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 72 reviews2024
    Dev: ALTERCIWS
    Windows · Mac

    Rookie human detective and energetic zombie detective, a mismatched buddy tackle mysterious cases! Get to the truth with the zombie's super powers and human deductive skills in this Japanese mystery ADV! Now on release!

    Why similar: Investigation 31.7%, Visual Novel 25.6%, Mystery 24.9%, Adventure 7.5%, Story Rich 5.9%

  51. #51 Occult Crime Police
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 168 reviews2021
    Dev: Eggcorn Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Truth Is Pretty Out There. Only you can decipher the mystery of Boomtown USA. Comb a mysterious government base for evidence, investigate the set of a ghost hunt, and unravel the truth, no matter how ridiculous it may be!

    Why similar: Visual Novel 20.3%, Investigation 19.7%, Mystery 19.4%, Point & Click 13.8%, Cartoony 12.1%

  52. #52 Dark Auction
    67% matchMixed66% of 226 reviews2026
    Dev: IzanagiGames
    Windows

    Noah lives with his eccentric father, who’s obsessed with Dictator X. When he joins a strange auction at a castle, he must work to solve mysteries hidden in the exhibits and uncover his father’s secrets. Risk everything to win—but what truth awaits? Story by Rika Suzuki!

    Why similar: Mystery 39.7%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Adventure 12.4%, 3D 7.8%, Story Rich 7.7%

  53. #53 Little Locked Rooms
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 148 reviews2024
    Dev: riolucci
    Windows · Linux

    Grab your magnifying glass and peek inside a series of tiny dioramas filled with crimes and carefully crafted mysteries! Think outside the box and solve them all in this new brand of detective game!

    Why similar: Investigation 29.9%, Visual Novel 26.1%, Mystery 22.3%, Story Rich 6%, Point & Click 5.9%

  54. #54 Cold Case
    68% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: BANJIHAGAMES
    Windows · Mac

    Enter the burned crime scene and restore 8 cases from the past. The crime scene photos and records have been charred black, but as a cold case investigator, your deduction and forensic skills can reveal what happened. Search by keyword, reconstruct the sequence of events, and uncover the truth.

    Why similar: Mystery 26.8%, Visual Novel 25.4%, Investigation 24.4%, Point & Click 15.2%, Story Rich 4.1%

  55. #55 Penelope Pendrick and the Art of Deceit
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 569 reviews2025
    Dev: Default Cube Games
    Windows · Mac

    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: Mystery 32.6%, Investigation 23.2%, Point & Click 21.6%, Adventure 8.5%, Story Rich 7.3%

  56. #56 CRASH: Autodrive
    70% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2021
    Dev: Studio Nightcap
    Windows

    When your self-driving Autocab kills a cyclist in this murder mystery visual novel, it's up to you as Emily Knight to talk with fellow passengers and use the clues you find to contradict their lies as you unravel how you ALL could possibly know the victim and have a motive for murder - even the car!

    Why similar: Investigation 27.8%, Visual Novel 23.8%, Mystery 19.2%, Cartoony 9.9%, Adventure 6.2%

  57. #57 Curtain Call in Flames
    68% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Gamescun
    Windows

    Curtain Call in Flames is a single-player 2D courtroom mystery visual novel set in a traditional Chinese puppet troupe. As defense attorney Bian Bo, investigate a murder, question witnesses, examine evidence, and expose contradictions in court to uncover the truth.

    Why similar: Investigation 32.2%, Visual Novel 26.5%, Mystery 21.5%, Point & Click 7%, Story Rich 6.4%

  58. #58 Elroy and the Aliens
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 478 reviews2025
    Dev: Motiviti
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Slope City, 1993. Talking robots, ancient alien secrets, and a mysterious message from the past. Follow Elroy and Peggie through a portal to find Elroy's father, missing for 18 years. A heartfelt point & click adventure where the puzzles make sense and the story stays with you.

    Why similar: Investigation 29.9%, Mystery 20.7%, Point & Click 16.5%, Cartoony 12.3%, Female Protagonist 5.9%

  59. #59 Professor Mong Mong: The Window to the North
    67% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Thorsten Koerner
    Windows

    Investigate a haunting mystery inspired by Nordic folklore in a story-rich 2D point-and-click adventure. Explore the remote Faroe Islands, uncover forgotten secrets, solve paranormal puzzles, and discover what lies beyond the Window to the North.

    Why similar: Investigation 38.7%, Point & Click 23.1%, Mystery 18.4%, Adventure 8.9%, 2D 5.7%

  60. #60 山:临界幸存者
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 646 reviews2022
    Dev: 迩来工作室Pub: WindField Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    偏远的山村中,正举行着古老的祭祀『仙姑宴』。少女吟诵着,舞动着,一场漫长而恐怖的杀戮剧正在悄然上演……

    Why similar: Visual Novel 48.6%, Mystery 29.5%, Adventure 10.6%, Story Rich 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

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