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Games Like Retirement Holmes

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Investigation, Detective, Singleplayer, Mystery.

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Sneak, Scheme, and Sabotage your way through this sandbox detective adventure as the latest member of the OAP PD - A crew of vigilante pension-claiming detectives. Identify and capture criminals hiding in plain sight whilst collecting clues to solve a procedurally generated mystery.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: Tom Jakubkis
Publisher: Ad-Lib Games
Genres: Casual
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 All Possible Suspects
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Johann Anton Myburgh
    Windows

    A point-and-click deduction game where you unravel complex events. Explore frozen moments in time, analyze the scene, and fill in the blanks. Piece together the who, how, and why behind each curious scenario.

    Why similar: Detective 35.1%, Investigation 32.7%, Mystery 18%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Adventure 4.7%

  2. #2 City of Voices
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kini Games
    Windows

    A short Golden Idol-like deduction game about a young girl who is catapulted from her suburban life into the mysterious world of the ancient Maya. Investigate a series of moments frozen in time. Examine clues and solve puzzles to uncover a story full of twists and turns.

    Why similar: Detective 30.8%, Investigation 25.1%, Conspiracy 19.2% ★, Mystery 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%

  3. #3 The Duke is Dead
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Bunk Bed Software, LLC
    Windows · Linux

    Duke Damian has been murdered! Collect clues, solve puzzles, and deduce the killer. Follow a growing trail of crimes and unravel the conspiracy tying them all together.

    Why similar: Detective 39.5%, Investigation 19.7%, Mystery 14.2%, Conspiracy 10.2% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.1%

  4. #4 ギルド探求団へようこそ!
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,557 reviews2026
    Dev: ぱるそに工房
    Windows

    「ギルド探求団へようこそ!」創立から1000日を迎えたギルドの、パーティ情報を復旧させる『推理パズルゲーム』です。過去1000日を振り返りながら、78人の冒険者が、20隊あるパーティのどこに所属していたのかを特定し、どのような結末を迎えたのかを推理で暴きましょう!それでは──良い旅を!

    Why similar: Detective 45.4%, Investigation 31.3%, Mystery 13.4%, Adventure 5.1%, Indie 1.8%

  5. #5 The Ratline
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 339 reviews2026
    Dev: Owlskip Games
    Windows · Mac

    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: Detective 36.5%, Investigation 29.5%, Conspiracy 13.8% ★, Mystery 12%, Adventure 4.9%

  6. #6 The Marsh Manor Mystery
    94% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: castergrams
    Windows · Mac

    Something strange happened in the old manor, but the Pond's premier puzzle-solver is here to uncover the truth. In this ribbiting and cozy mystery, explore the grounds, journey into the past, and unearth the secrets buried at Marsh Manor.

    Why similar: Detective 41.3%, Investigation 32.2%, Mystery 13.8%, Casual 7.4%, Indie 2.5%

  7. #7 I'M YOUR HOST
    93% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Calligram Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An audio deduction game where you have one task: restore a series of lost podcast episodes.

    Why similar: Detective 44.8%, Investigation 32.6%, Mystery 14.4%, Adventure 4.4%, Indie 1.9%

  8. #8 Lost Wiki: Kozlovka
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,702 reviews2026
    Dev: yattytheman
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Explore a wikipedia-like database and solve a small town mystery in Eastern Europe. Step into the shoes of a journalist in the 90s as you sprawl through articles and uncover the secrets that have been laid in front of you.

    Why similar: Detective 32%, Investigation 25.5%, Conspiracy 17.8% ★, Mystery 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  9. #9 In a Detective's Mind
    92% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2024
    Dev: Justo DiasPub: Justo Dias
    Windows

    In a Detective's Mind is an investigation game that seeks to put you in the role of a detective, who needs to solve cases and deal with obscure problems from his past.

    Why similar: Detective 44.6%, Investigation 30.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Mystery 9.3%, Indie 2%

  10. #10 FORKLIFT FLOWERPOT: Botanical Investigator
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Michael Mato
    Windows

    An exploration game about knowledge and discovery. Change the seasons, investigate plants, and discover secrets about the world to stop an ecological disaster.

    Why similar: Detective 27.9%, Investigation 24.5%, Conspiracy 17.9% ★, Mystery 11.1%, Open World 8.6%

  11. #11 NoBody Found
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nobodiant
    Windows

    A mystery detective game where you investigate a disappearance, search for clues, solve puzzles, question suspects, and uncover the truth before time runs out.

    Why similar: Detective 40.2%, Investigation 32%, Mystery 14%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Adventure 5.4%

  12. #12 Poltergirl
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Robert Stephenson
    Windows

    Make your choice! Are you an ally or enemy of the monsters living right beneath your feet? Take control of a brother and ghostly sister to discover the mystery of your town, as well as life and death itself.

    Why similar: Stealth 34.6%, Detective 25.5%, Investigation 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Adventure 4%

  13. #13 Welcome to Lightford
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NightInk Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Investigate a supernatural conspiracy in a 90s town hiding something far worse than secrets. Travel between 1990 and its ruined 1995 future, photograph anomalies, decode entities, and survive a town that doesn't want you here. Think outside the box. Every problem has more than one solution.

    Why similar: Detective 23.9%, Investigation 20.2%, Stealth 19%, Conspiracy 14.5% ★, Mystery 9.7%

  14. #14 Where is Starlingdive
    88% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Studio N
    Windows · Mac

    A college radio DJ has vanished, but the school says she withdrew. Search forum posts and confidential records to uncover the people behind anonymous handles. Piece together what happened to Starlingdive in a deduction mystery spanning three connected cases, from college radio to the music industry.

    Why similar: Detective 40.1%, Investigation 24.6%, Conspiracy 14.3% ★, Mystery 13.6%, Adventure 3.6%

  15. #15 Dance Dance Detective
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Blue Tango Street
    Windows

    Go undercover as a ballroom dance teacher on a cruise ship full of wacky murder suspects. Create dance routines to uncover their dark secrets, follow the leads, and combine clues to find who killed the head scientist of the Bolero Chocolate Company.

    Why similar: Detective 37.9%, Investigation 28%, Mystery 13.9%, Funny 11%, Pixel Graphics 3.9%

  16. #16 Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 8,060 reviews2014
    Dev: Frogwares
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Detective 52.1%, Investigation 23.5%, Mystery 13.5%, Adventure 4.9%, Open World 3.5%

  17. #17 FILENDS
    86% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: MFI GAMES
    Windows

    FILENDS is a dark multiplayer riddle-solving game for 2-7 players. Work together to solve levels filled with murder mysteries and tragic tales. Use environmental clues and real-time chat to uncover the truth. Will you solve the riddles or become a part of them?

    Why similar: Detective 34.8%, Investigation 24.3%, Stealth 21.4%, Mystery 13.3%, Casual 3.1%

  18. #18 Carmen Sandiego
    85% matchMostly Positive70% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: Gameloft
    Windows

    The scarlet super thief Carmen Sandiego is back! Adorn Carmen’s signature red hat and play as the vigilante herself to navigate a world of espionage, utilizing high-tech gadgets, and ultimately capturing VILE.

    Why similar: Investigation 36.9%, Detective 35.9%, Stealth 22.1%, Adventure 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  19. #19 传家
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Paisley
    Windows · Mac

    A genealogy deduction game set in Republican-era China. Play as a lawyer, search newspapers, case files, letters, and old photos, and follow clues to identify people and uncover family ties. Reconstruct the Chen family tree and uncover the secrets behind your commission.

    Why similar: Detective 43.5%, Investigation 32.7%, Mystery 13.4%, Adventure 5.1%, Indie 3%

  20. #20 The Rise of the Golden Idol
    83% matchVery Positive93% of 4,156 reviews2024
    Dev: Color Gray GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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 30.8%, Investigation 27.2%, Conspiracy 19.6% ★, Mystery 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%

  21. #21 Hello Neighbor Pre-Alpha
    84% matchVery Positive91% of 2,590 reviews2019
    Dev: Dynamic PixelsPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    The Original Pre-Alpha of Hello Neighbor, a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor's house and figuring out what he's hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.

    Why similar: Stealth 23.9%, Detective 22.1%, Investigation 22%, Sandbox 16.7%, Funny 7.9%

  22. #22 Detective Simulator
    82% 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 47.7%, Investigation 25.5%, Simulation 8.1%, Adventure 5.4%, Casual 4.3%

  23. #23 The Detective's Apprentice
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: darqwerful
    Windows

    Step into the shoes of Clementine "Cleo" Ace, an apprentice to her aunt, the world-renowned detective, Maya Lynch. From heists to murders, use your deduction skills to solve "howdunnit" cases that are too tough for the local police to crack and uncover a deeper mystery along the way!

    Why similar: Detective 43.6%, Investigation 32.8%, Mystery 14.5%, Adventure 5.1%, Indie 1.8%

  24. #24 Moonshot - The Great Espionage
    81% matchPositive96% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: NimbleBeasts
    Windows · Linux

    Moonshot is a stealth puzzle platformer that puts you in the role of a spy of a fictional country in the 'moon race' era. In competition with the USA and the Soviet Union, you will have to use espionage and sabotage to make sure that your nation will be the first on the moon.

    Why similar: Stealth 38%, Detective 29.6%, Investigation 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Action 3.5%

  25. #25 No Stone Unturned
    79% matchPositive97% of 38 reviews2026
    Dev: Wise Monkey Entertainment Ltd.
    Windows · Mac

    Why DID The Chicken Cross The Road? Time to solve a murder most... fowl. Join Detective Cox, the amnesiac squirrel, on an adventure through 10+ hrs of story, 20+ mini-games, references, a fully-voice-acted cast, and endless British humour. Be careful. You won't want to leave... No Stone Unturned.

    Why similar: Detective 32.1%, Investigation 21.5%, Open World 10.8%, Mystery 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  26. #26 Deductopia
    80% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nightwell Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore the scenes, find clues, and sort out people, pets, and belongings in this cozy slice-of-life detective puzzle game. Fans of Duck Detective, Little Problems, and The Case of the Worst Day Ever will enjoy this new deduction game for all ages.

    Why similar: Detective 42.9%, Investigation 32.5%, Mystery 9.7%, Funny 4.9%, Open World 3.9%

  27. #27 A Hand With Many Fingers
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 530 reviews2020
    Dev: Colestia
    Windows

    Unravel a real conspiracy from deep within the CIA’s archives. Search classified documents and follow new leads in this non-linear investigative thriller.

    Why similar: Investigation 35.9%, Conspiracy 24.5% ★, Detective 15.4%, Mystery 13.7%, Indie 5.4%

  28. #28 Hawkshaw Case: Truth & Prevention
    79% 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: Detective 42.1%, Investigation 33.2%, Mystery 11.6%, Funny 7.6%, Indie 2.3%

  29. #29 Eye 4 Eye
    78% matchVery Positive98% of 83 reviews2023
    Dev: Team Eye 4 EyePub: Yi Dai
    Windows

    Embark on a mission to unveil the truth behind a missing daughter case. Utilize the search engine to gather clues and uncover the dark secrets of TempleTech. Experience a suspenseful journey through the eyes of Hazel.

    Why similar: Detective 33.8%, Investigation 26.5%, Mystery 13.6%, Conspiracy 11.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

  30. #30 TellTale - Casino Murder Case
    78% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2024
    Dev: NeruyaPub: Team Detective
    Windows

    [Telltale - Casino Murder] is a full-voice indie mystery game with the youngest lawyer, Kang Ho-yeon, who reveals the truth of the casino murder case and achieves innocence at trial.

    Why similar: Detective 34.8%, Investigation 27.6%, Mystery 18.8%, Adventure 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  31. #31 RDの遠隔推理 | リモート・ディテクティブの遠隔推理
    77% 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: Detective 39.2%, Investigation 30.4%, Mystery 17.5%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 2.5%

  32. #32 Hired Eye
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nightdesk
    Windows

    A noir detective game played at your desk. Read evidence photos, CCTV footage and records, compare fingerprints and voices, and fill in the suspect matrix yourself before you accuse anyone. Juggle action points, fees and deadlines across eight cases as a criminal organization closes in.

    Why similar: Detective 37.6%, Investigation 28.8%, Mystery 12.9%, Conspiracy 11.3% ★, Simulation 4.5%

  33. #33 The Price of Grief
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Zero Budget Mystery
    Windows · Mac

    Dive into a decade of secrets, mysterious characters and their inexplicable deaths - in the shadow of the darkest time in human history. Investigate crimes, decode documents, collect clues and solve riddles - one word at a time. The deeper you read, the less any of it seems to be an accident.

    Why similar: Detective 37.3%, Investigation 27.6%, Conspiracy 16.4% ★, Mystery 10.4%, Adventure 4.8%

  34. #34 The Honeypot Murders
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Supernormal Games
    Windows

    Arthur thinks he’s a smart guy. He isn’t. Help him solve puzzles, investigate the town, and uncover the mystery of his friends disappearance in this quirky adventure game inspired by classic cartoons.

    Why similar: Detective 29.3%, Investigation 24.4%, Conspiracy 18.7% ★, Mystery 12.5%, Funny 8.2%

  35. #35 The JerryMaya Detective Agency
    75% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
    Dev: Gro Play
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Unleash your inner detective in The JerryMaya Detective Agency, an exciting puzzle platforming adventure for kids and families! Single Player or Local Co-op: Solve mysteries with a friend for double the fun!

    Why similar: Detective 28%, Local Co-Op 24.6%, Investigation 19%, Mystery 11.2%, Funny 8%

  36. #36 Detective Hindsight
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Broccoli Bunny Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Solve a variety of perplexing cases in the sleuthing shoes of Detective Hindsight - who gets help from Phoebe: a young orphaned girl with dreams of being a storyteller and powers to look into the past. Uncover the truth with her sketches done in crayon. The catch? She can't draw very well.

    Why similar: Detective 45%, Investigation 29.8%, Mystery 16.3%, Adventure 3.8%, Indie 1.8%

  37. #37 The Golden Girl Case
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: StickyLabs
    Windows · Mac

    As a young private investigator trainee in 2006, you dive into the early internet - social profiles, websites, photos, and archived news - to uncover the truth behind Emily Parker’s death, ruled as an accident after a late-night gathering

    Why similar: Detective 39.9%, Investigation 26.7%, Mystery 14.5%, Conspiracy 10.8% ★, Adventure 3.3%

  38. #38 Cosmic Seance
    74% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Manganika Studio
    Windows

    You're the kingdom's Medium. Summon old cosmic gods, beings that don't lie, but don't speak plainly. Ask. Interpret their visions. Every answer brings you closer to the truth. Every vision drags you one step closer to madness.

    Why similar: Detective 39.9%, Investigation 30.5%, Conspiracy 19.1% ★, Mystery 5.6%, Indie 1.5%

  39. #39 The Murder of Ava Monroe
    73% 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: Detective 44.2%, Investigation 35%, Mystery 15%, Adventure 4%, Puzzle 1%

  40. #40 Deep Focus
    73% 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: Detective 43.9%, Investigation 34.9%, Mystery 15.7%, Adventure 2.9%, Puzzle 1.2%

  41. #41 Whodunnit: the Midnight Murder Mystery Files
    73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Sandalfoot Games
    Windows

    Puzzle out the who, what, where, and why of an imminent murder in this casual mystery title!

    Why similar: Detective 34.2%, Investigation 26.2%, Mystery 13.2%, Conspiracy 9.5% ★, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

  42. #42 HoloTrials: Case Covered
    70% matchVery Positive99% of 349 reviews2026
    Dev: VTAC GamesPub: holo Indie
    Windows · Mac

    A graffiti mocking the Student Council President appears on the walls, and your best friend is the prime suspect! Play as a student detective in HoloTrials: Case Covered. Investigate the high school campus, face off against your rivals, and clear her name in this legal mystery.

    Why similar: Detective 43.4%, Investigation 21.8%, Mystery 16.4%, Funny 9.6%, Casual 3.2%

  43. #43 Hello Neighbor Alpha 4
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 6,174 reviews2019
    Dev: Dynamic PixelsPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Alpha 4 of Hello Neighbor was the final alpha during the stealth hit's development. Sneak into your creepy Neighbor's house to figure out what he's hiding.

    Why similar: Stealth 28.8%, Investigation 19%, Sandbox 16.5%, Mystery 12.4%, Funny 10.5%

  44. #44 Slimy Dude
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: itsRR00tt
    Windows

    Slimy Dude is a hand-drawn action-adventure where you play as a soldier, running from kingdom to kingdom against forces greater simply to escape his past. You will meet new allies, become stronger, uncover secrets and explore new environments.

    Why similar: Stealth 31.1%, Detective 27.8%, Investigation 21.6%, Open World 8.5%, Adventure 4.3%

  45. #45 A Case of Fraud
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 573 reviews2025
    Dev: Hesperus Games
    Windows · Mac

    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 38.9%, Investigation 30.9%, Mystery 13.8%, Conspiracy 9% ★, Adventure 2.7%

  46. #46 Signal & Echo: Iris is Missing (demo)
    72% matchVery Positive95% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: Kini Games
    Windows

    A point-and-click adventure with innovative detective mechanics. Help Ollie, a fledgling reporter on his first day at the Signal & Echo newspaper, to solve the mystery behind a schoolgirl's disappearance. Developed by an ex-journalist.

    Why similar: Detective 37.2%, Investigation 30.9%, Mystery 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Adventure 5.2%

  47. #47 Wrongly Accused
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Elomelo GamesPub: SwopBots Ltd.
    Windows

    Explore historical locations, find and analyse evidence. Unmask the real perpetrator so that justice can be served and the Wrongly Accused can be found innocent. Use problem solving, deduction and critical thinking skills to uncover the truth and maybe even expose a conspiracy in your own time.

    Why similar: Detective 39.7%, Investigation 30.1%, Mystery 10.9%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Adventure 7.1%

  48. #48 Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 459 reviews2025
    Dev: Armonica LLC
    Windows

    A woman vanishes without a trace on a cross-country train. The catch? Nobody on board remembers her ever existing in the first place - nobody, except for you. Uncover the story in this mystery adventure game!

    Why similar: Detective 46.2%, Investigation 15.7%, Mystery 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Adventure 7.9%

  49. #49 L'affaire est dans le sac
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Jean-Marc VanbalberghePub: Association Let's Develop Change
    Windows

    In an investigation where the thieves are not necessarily the ones you think they are, follow the clues, question the suspects, and get to the truth by avoiding false leads. But beware, some people are not ready to give up so easily.

    Why similar: Detective 41.1%, Investigation 40%, Mystery 7.2%, Adventure 5.5%, Casual 4.2%

  50. #50 Black File
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Simurg Software and Games
    Windows

    Istanbul, after midnight. Black File is a noir detective game: investigate crime scenes, examine evidence in 3D — rotate it, zoom in, read the back — then use what you find to break a suspect's story.

    Why similar: Detective 37%, Investigation 28.6%, Mystery 12.9%, Conspiracy 10.7% ★, Adventure 4.8%

  51. #51 Shadows of Doubt
    67% matchVery Positive82% of 17,829 reviews2024
    Dev: ColePowered GamesPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Take on the role of a private investigator in this immersive detective simulator. Solve murders and other crimes in a procedurally generated and persistent city where every NPC lives and breathes their own independent lives. Find the killer quickly… or they will kill again!

    Why similar: Detective 34.8%, Stealth 21.8%, Sandbox 18.2%, Open World 8.2%, Procedural Generation 5.4%

  52. #52 Dead Detective: Zombie Conspiracy
    69% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Interactales
    Windows · Mac

    Step into the shoes of Margh, an undead private detective, in this hilarious and bizarre adventure that combines classic point-and-click gameplay with an elaborate “deaduction” system. Use your brain (or what’s left of it) to solve strange and unconventional mysteries in a world ruled by zombies.

    Why similar: Detective 41.8%, Investigation 24.7%, Funny 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Adventure 5.3%

  53. #53 Arcanbreak
    70% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2020
    Dev: TaleHammer
    Windows

    A short story-driven game about two inquisitors, Arun and Quila, investigating a murder. During the game you'll control both, each having their own set of skills you'll need to solve the mystery.

    Why similar: Detective 27.2%, Investigation 27%, Stealth 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Mystery 7.6%

  54. #54 Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,875 reviews2024
    Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 32.7 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 34.7%, Detective 32.9%, Mystery 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Adventure 5.2%

  55. #55 Hello Neighbor Alpha 1
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 4,380 reviews2019
    Dev: Dynamic PixelsPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    This is Alpha 1 of Hello Neighbor, a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor's house and figuring out what he's hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.

    Why similar: Stealth 22.8%, Detective 22.7%, Investigation 22.5%, Sandbox 16.5%, Mystery 7.7%

  56. #56 Death at Sycamore Hall
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hesperus Games
    Windows · Mac

    An arcane detective game set in an ill-fated magical academy. Find traces of magic and deduce the meaning of incantations. Examine scenes for clues to help you piece together the story, and determine the identity and fate of each former resident.

    Why similar: Detective 43.6%, Investigation 35.1%, Mystery 15.8%, Adventure 3.1%, Puzzle 1.3%

  57. #57 The Game Maker: A Carol Reed Mystery
    67% match9 user reviews78% of 9 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: Detective 42%, Investigation 30.8%, Mystery 15.9%, Adventure 8.7%, Indie 1.6%

  58. #58 The Silver Crow
    65% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2026
    Dev: Dreamagination
    Windows · Mac

    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: Detective 32.6%, Investigation 24.1%, Conspiracy 17% ★, Mystery 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

  59. #59 Star Seeker in: the Secret of the Sorcerous Standoff
    68% 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: Detective 32.6%, Investigation 29.5%, Mystery 13.7%, Funny 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

  60. #60 The Case of the Golden Idol
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 11,013 reviews2022
    Dev: Color Gray GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 31.4%, Investigation 26.3%, Conspiracy 17.6% ★, Mystery 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

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