Games Like Mystery of the Malign

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: Investigation 22%, Mystery 17.7%, Puzzle 9.6%, Story Rich 9%, Crime 8.4%

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: Investigation 24.3%, Mystery 19.8%, Conspiracy 12.9% ★, Puzzle 9.6%, Story Rich 8.3%

Explore a beautiful and Enigmatic Victorian Manor with a dark secret, In this gothic horror story first person exploration puzzle game filled with fine art, secret passages and mysterious mechanical puzzles playing as the executor of the last will from the enigmatic Railroad Magnate Hadley Strange.

Why similar: Mystery 18.5%, Investigation 13.1%, Puzzle 12.4%, Exploration 10.2%, Nonlinear 9.6%

"Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.

Why similar: Investigation 19%, Mystery 17.2%, Puzzle 14.2%, Story Rich 12%, Detective 8.5%

Atmospheric first person adventure game focusing on immersion and exploration. Meet strange characters, discover secrets and try to unfold the mystery of the Fragmentation.

Why similar: Mystery 20.6%, Investigation 17.2%, Nonlinear 11.7%, Exploration 11.5%, Atmospheric 10.2%

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: Mystery 23.2%, Investigation 17.5%, Story Rich 12.9%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Exploration 9.7%

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: Mystery 25.3%, Investigation 24.3%, Puzzle 15%, Detective 8.6%, Story Rich 8.6%

Investigate an infamous cold case in the eerie, abandoned town of Painscreek. Search for evidence, connect the dots and uncover who killed Vivian Roberts. Can you expose the truth behind this town’s dark secrets?

Why similar: Investigation 27.7%, Mystery 20.5%, Puzzle 9.7%, Story Rich 9%, Exploration 8.5%

Step into the mind of John Morley, a 1940s detective on his final case. Explore shadowed places long forgotten by time, and piece together crime scenes in a narrative adventure steeped in mystery, unexpected twists, and a truth buried for decades.

Why similar: Mystery 22.7%, Puzzle 14.6%, Story Rich 12.8%, Exploration 12.2%, Atmospheric 10.3%

The Corruption Within is a psychological thriller first-person point & click adventure game set in the Victorian era, with an emphasis on strong narrative, intriguing characters and puzzle-solving.

Why similar: Investigation 23.5%, Mystery 20.8%, Story Rich 11.7%, Puzzle 9.7%, Retro 8.3%

In 1921: a kidnapping, a revolution... Investigate and uncover the truth behind a dark, mysterious story.

Why similar: Mystery 20.9%, Investigation 20.2%, Puzzle 12%, Story Rich 10.6%, Atmospheric 8.9%

A hardcore deductive reasoning game for fans of the “true crime” genre. Only by unraveling the logic and grasping at the motivations behind each case can the crimes be completely solved. Perfect as a social-style mystery fiction.

Why similar: Investigation 28.8%, Mystery 18.5%, Puzzle 10.5%, Crime 9.5%, Exploration 6.5%

Blackthorne's Manor is a first-person mystery thriller, where logic, puzzles, and the supernatural collide. Search for your missing friend, uncover the secrets of Blackthorne Manor, and escape before the house claims you too.

Why similar: Investigation 18.7%, Puzzle 17.4%, Mystery 14.3%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 8.7%

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: Investigation 23.9%, Mystery 19.8%, Puzzle 11.9%, Story Rich 10%, Atmospheric 9.1%

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: Mystery 19.2%, Investigation 14.1%, Puzzle 13.3%, Story Rich 11.2%, Exploration 10.5%

Sinheritance is a terrifying and mind-bending puzzle game. Explore every corner in an intensely oppressive atmosphere to piece together a chilling story. Every step must be taken with caution, for the deepest fears often stem from your own choices and your gradually crumbling sanity.

Why similar: Investigation 25.5%, Mystery 20.7%, Puzzle 11.2%, Story Rich 9.4%, Exploration 9.3%

Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.

Why similar: Mystery 18.5%, Investigation 17.9%, Puzzle 14.6%, Exploration 10.9%, Story Rich 10.6%

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 33.2%, Investigation 19.7%, Story Rich 14.3%, Puzzle 11.5%, Detective 5.7%

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: Investigation 25.5%, Mystery 20.2%, Conspiracy 14.6% ★, Puzzle 9.9%, Crime 7.3%

A narrative detective game blended with supernatural elements. Play as a rookie investigator, discover vital clues in every case, dive into unscripted interrogations and uncover truths that break minds. But with each revelation, the world feels... less human.

Why similar: Mystery 26.7%, Story Rich 21.9%, Puzzle 21.2%, Exploration 11.8%, Detective 10.3%

You’ve discovered evidence of a cosmic presence influencing humanity since its origins. Now something born in the depths of the cosmos is calling again. Investigate, uncover forbidden knowledge and survive a disturbing first person Lovecraftian horror adventure.

Why similar: Investigation 23.4%, Mystery 18.6%, Story Rich 10.7%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Exploration 9.7%

A knowledge-based progression game. Explore and solve the strange misteries of the interconnected fantasy worlds trapped inside an esoteric book and discover the roots of a terrible evil. No stats, no log, no savefiles. Only pure knowledge is your progress.

Why similar: Mystery 24.2%, Story Rich 12.7%, Exploration 12.2%, Puzzle 12.1%, Investigation 10.5%

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: Investigation 25.5%, Mystery 18.4%, Puzzle 10.6%, Crime 8.4%, Nonlinear 8.2%

Identify how every participant in the death game died, and submit your report.

Why similar: Mystery 32.6%, Investigation 18.3%, Puzzle 17%, Story Rich 14.1%, Atmospheric 5.4%

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. A new puzzle from the creators of The Roottrees are Dead.

Why similar: Mystery 32.8%, Puzzle 16.4%, Story Rich 12.1%, Nonlinear 8.7%, Detective 7.6%

Trapped on a space station with the Keychain Killer you must unravel this mystery, or it will be your last. Collect evidence, interrogate suspects and solve puzzles to stand a chance.

Why similar: Mystery 28.1%, Puzzle 18.1%, Story Rich 15.7%, Exploration 15.2%, Detective 9.9%

In this detective RPG, you untangle a thick web of intrigues, lies, and secrets that surround a mysterious death. Find the origin of eerie telegraph signals, question the villagers, decipher the strange symbols that are suddenly appearing all over town - and hide from the danger lurking in the moor.

Why similar: Investigation 26.5%, Mystery 21.3%, Story Rich 11.3%, Nonlinear 10.8%, Exploration 9.9%

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%, Mystery 22.4%, Story Rich 11%, Puzzle 9.9%, Atmospheric 8.1%

You're a detective. Investigate the haunting events surrounding the murder of Ann Peterson and her boyfriend. Explore an old safehouse for clues, deduce keywords and reveal redacted words as you search Ann's digital journal, and piece together your case report as this unfortunate story unfolds.

Why similar: Investigation 36.7%, Story Rich 14.4%, Mystery 12.3%, Detective 9.4%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Journey to the far corners of the Earth and unearth ancient horrors in this Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure and sequel to 2020’s critically acclaimed Call of the Sea.

Why similar: Investigation 23.4%, Mystery 17.9%, Puzzle 12.2%, Story Rich 10.8%, Atmospheric 7.7%

Spot the lie and beat the liars in 'Contradiction' - the all-video murder mystery adventure!

Why similar: Investigation 22.3%, Mystery 15.3%, Crime 9.9%, Conspiracy 9.5% ★, Atmospheric 7.3%

Welcome to the Museum! Machinika Museum is a mystery game where you discover beautiful and mysterious machines of extra-terrestrial origins in an atmospheric galaxy-spanning 3D puzzle game. Will you be able to understand their stories and discover what happened to their previous owner?

Why similar: Investigation 22.3%, Mystery 21.8%, Puzzle 13.9%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Story Rich 7.7%

Discover the truth about Quern’s past, unfold the mysteries of its present, and be the explorer who shapes its future. Quern introduces reusable puzzle mechanics to the classic genre, making the player think about the game as a whole, and not just as a series of individual challenges.

Why similar: Investigation 22.8%, Mystery 21.6%, Puzzle 13.9%, Story Rich 9.9%, Atmospheric 9.3%

Explore a unique and connected world. Understand its fragile balance, uncover its deepest questions, and find more than just the answers.

Why similar: Mystery 23.3%, Puzzle 17.9%, Exploration 10.4%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Logic 8.4%

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: Investigation 26.6%, Mystery 17.7%, Conspiracy 15.5% ★, Puzzle 10.7%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Enter a house where every clue feels wrong. Investigate a brutal crime scene, uncover hidden evidence, and use your detective tools to piece together a disturbing truth buried beneath the silence.

Why similar: Investigation 28.6%, Mystery 21.8%, Story Rich 11.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Detective 7%

Insight is a single-player horror story game shrouded in mystery. You'll take control of different characters to solve crimes and unveil the dark secrets behind them.

Why similar: Story Rich 58.7%, Detective 31.6%, First-Person 6.4%, Adventure 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%

An anime-inspired supernatural detective game. Uncover the identities and powers of your adversaries using a conspiracy board full of evidence.

Why similar: Investigation 26%, Mystery 18.9%, Conspiracy 12.3% ★, Lore-Rich 10.8%, Puzzle 9.9%

Become the most celebrated detective of all time: Sherlock Holmes! Use your impressive talents as a detective to solve six thrilling and varied cases: murders, missing persons, spectacular thefts and numerous investigations that sometimes lead you into the realms of the fantastic.

Why similar: Investigation 25.1%, Mystery 23.3%, Detective 11.5%, Crime 10.2%, Puzzle 9.5%

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: Mystery 20.3%, Investigation 20%, Puzzle 13.2%, Exploration 11.2%, Conspiracy 10.3% ★

Are you ready for an adventure? Challenges, exploration and puzzles in a narrative driven experience, pick up your camera and test your wits in this first-person mystery by the team behind Quern!

Why similar: Mystery 19.9%, Investigation 19.9%, Puzzle 12%, Story Rich 10.5%, Exploration 8.9%

Play as Conrad, the town's executioner. Investigate a mysterious death, gather clues, question suspects and solve puzzles in this classic point-and-click mystery where witchcraft and superstition conceal a far darker truth.

Why similar: Investigation 23.7%, Mystery 15.8%, Conspiracy 13.2% ★, Puzzle 11.7%, Story Rich 9%

Explore disturbing corners of the human psyche. Delve into a dimension of nightmares, the occult and a tense psychological world created in classic Lovecraftian style. As police detective Howard E. Loreid, you are tasked to solve the murder of Clark Field, a wealthy man involved in the occult.

Why similar: Puzzle 33.6%, Atmospheric 21.5%, Detective 14.5%, Adventure 12%, Indie 9.8%

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: Investigation 23.7%, Mystery 19.1%, Puzzle 11%, Lore-Rich 10%, Story Rich 9.7%

Family curse is a mystical horror from the first person with a frightening atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the intricate history of the Crouse family and find out the terrible secret of the people who died in the cursed house.

Why similar: Puzzle 18.3%, Investigation 15.5%, Exploration 14.3%, Story Rich 12.4%, Atmospheric 11.7%

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: Investigation 22%, Mystery 17.4%, Puzzle 14.1%, Exploration 11.7%, Story Rich 11.1%

A different kind of liminal experience. Explore surreal spaces inspired by nostalgia, discover hidden paths, and unravel a mystery that is shaped by your own mind. No monsters, no combat. Just atmosphere, discovery, and dread.

Why similar: Puzzle 17.1%, Exploration 15.8%, Lore-Rich 14.7%, Atmospheric 13.8%, Story Rich 12.7%

Curse of Anabelle is a story driven adventure-horror/puzzle game which players can experience in the first person perspective. The storyline is based on real world myths and legends.

Why similar: Indie 24.3%, Mystery 20.6%, Adventure 19.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Exploration 9.3%

A murdered priest. A secret list. Hunt Nazi fugitives across the globe in this gritty 1971 detective thriller. Analyze evidence, follow leads, and make sharp deductions before the trail goes cold. From the creators of Family, Rivals, Conspiracy, Echo Beach and Riley & Rochelle.

Why similar: Investigation 30.4%, Mystery 20%, Conspiracy 11.3% ★, Puzzle 10.3%, Detective 7.8%

Go on a voyage of discovery following the traces of a mysterious culture. Discover diverse landscapes, investigate abandoned artifacts, and wake strange machines from their slumber.

Why similar: Mystery 21%, Puzzle 17.8%, Exploration 12.1%, Story Rich 10.8%, Atmospheric 10.6%

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: Investigation 23.6%, Mystery 19.9%, Puzzle 11.3%, Story Rich 9.7%, Lore-Rich 9.4%

A letter from 10 years ago, an intricate web of lies to unravel and a mystery to solve. Explore an unconventional town of pirates, dive into the past, collect items and look for clues to help Willy find out what happened to his father...

Why similar: Investigation 20.1%, Mystery 15.7%, Puzzle 10.3%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Story Rich 8.9%

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: Mystery 26.5%, Investigation 19.2%, Puzzle 17.2%, Story Rich 14.6%, Detective 9.6%

Can you solve the mystery of the Beast of Gozdary?

Why similar: Mystery 19.8%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Story Rich 15.1%, Exploration 14.1%, Lore-Rich 12.9%

Become the greatest detective of all time in The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a twisting, turning investigation game set in a faithfully-reproduced London of 1898. As Sherlock Holmes, you must find clues, interrogate suspects and unveil a mystery in a story full of twists!

Why similar: Mystery 27.5%, Puzzle 17.7%, Detective 15.2%, Investigation 15.2%, Adventure 7%

Staffer Case is a new sort of mystery game, asking players to find clues, arrange them into documents, and point out the contradictions between them to solve a series of murders. Each mystery unraveled leads you closer to the truth lying at the heart of each case!

Why similar: Mystery 26.3%, Story Rich 14.6%, Crime 12.5%, Puzzle 11.9%, Atmospheric 11.4%

You are a journalist in search of your breakthrough story. A promising lead takes you to the abandoned island of Mythargia where you have to discover its buried history connecting two different dimensions.

Why similar: Investigation 34.4%, Mystery 17.5%, Puzzle 13.5%, Exploration 12.8%, Retro 6.6%

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: Mystery 28.4%, Puzzle 18.7%, Crime 18.6%, Detective 12%, Indie 8.4%

Play as a sharp-witted detective in late 19th-century Leipzig, Germany, in this retro pixel-art point & click adventure. Search for clues, question suspects, and piece together evidence on your deduction board to solve four gripping murder cases.

Why similar: Investigation 34.8%, Crime 13.9%, Old School 11.9%, Story Rich 11.2%, Detective 9.1%

Abscission is a Lovecraftian, story-driven horror point-and-click investigation game. It involves searching crime scenes for evidence, combining clues and questioning suspects. Puzzles can have multiple solutions as you guide the protagonist - Detective Will Stanhope - through the story.

Why similar: Investigation 28.2%, Mystery 19.9%, Story Rich 15.7%, Crime 13%, Detective 11.9%