- #1 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 1
97% matchPositive85% of 20 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: Visual Novel 18.5%, Investigation 17.9%, Logic 16.4%, Crime 13.2%, Mystery 8.2%
- #2 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 4
96% matchNo user 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 18.6%, Logic 15.7%, Investigation 15.7%, Crime 13.5%, Mystery 9.7%
- #3 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 3
96% 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 19.1%, Logic 17.3%, Investigation 16.2%, Crime 12.2%, Mystery 8.6%
- #4 Motives: The Ultimate Problem
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LockedOn GamesPub: Erabit
Windows · Mac · Linux
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.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Investigation 27.2%, Cartoony 17.7%, Mystery 14.4%, Story Rich 6.1%
- #5 Samuel Sage: The Mystery at Penby Inn
94% 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 22.7%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Crime 15.9%, Mystery 11.9%, Story Rich 9.9%
- #6 Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Chapter IV: "Sacred Feathers"
94% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Tanuki-sama Studios
Windows · Linux
NINA AQUILA is back for her brightest, boldest, most magical adventure yet!
Why similar: Investigation 19.2%, Crime 19.1%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Logic 13.1%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #7 Little Locked Rooms
93% matchVery Positive89% of 132 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: Visual Novel 20.5%, Investigation 20.5%, Crime 13.4%, Logic 13%, Mystery 11.7%
- #8 Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team Tetrapod
Windows
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 16.8%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Logic 15.4%, Crime 13.4%, Mystery 10.2%
- #9 Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
91% 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: Investigation 26.6%, Crime 21.7%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Mystery 11.4%, Story Rich 9.5%
- #10 Puzzle Spy International
91% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Travel-Friendly Cake
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pursue diamond thieves and a trail of cryptic puzzles in this short ‘60s spy adventure. As Agent Epsilon you’ll choose your path as you chat with (or chat up!) suspicious contacts. Deduce the puzzle rules, decode cryptograms and decipher clues as you solve wordplay & logic puzzles across the globe!
Why similar: Investigation 19%, Logic 15.2%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Mystery 10.4%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #11 Detective Bloodphobia
90% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Detective Bloodphobia is a black-and-white noir visual novel with point-and-click investigations and deduction gameplay.
Why similar: Crime 26.5%, Visual Novel 23.9%, Logic 20.9%, Story Rich 9.5%, Investigation 8.2%
- #12 Devil's Advocate: Alexander Twist
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VisualBagel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Can you defeat the world's oldest mastermind in their own game? Stretch your wits and deduction skills to the maximum as you battle in Paris' craziest court. Here, only those who sacrifice everything reach the truth. What are you willing to betray to make it out alive?
Why similar: Visual Novel 20%, Investigation 16.8%, Crime 16.6%, Logic 16.4%, Mystery 11%
- #13 ステータス確認探偵
88% matchVery Positive96% of 57 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: Visual Novel 24.5%, Logic 23.3%, Mystery 17.8%, Investigation 16.2%, Adventure 9.1%
- #14 Sticker Detective: By the Book
89% 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 24.9%, Logic 17.6%, Crime 15.6%, Mystery 11.4%, Cartoony 9.3%
- #15 Star Apprentice: Dazzling Danmaku Detective
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Will-o-Works
Windows
Find evidence, interrogate suspects, and shoot down contradictions in this magical girl detective game! Your magic turns each interrogation into a bullet hell logic battle - use it to prove your skills and uncover the truth of each magical mystery! Will you live up to the ideals of a true detective?
Why similar: Crime 19.6%, Investigation 18.1%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Logic 14.6%, Mystery 10%
- #16 Mohism: Battle of Words
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 606 reviews2023
Dev: 玄镜工作室Pub: Yooreka Studio
Windows
Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. The game follows Zhang Xiaochen, investigates unsolved cases and comes into his own as a hero. He must rely on his wits and razor-sharp tongue to best his opponents, find the culprit and ensure justice prevails!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25%, Investigation 21.9%, Crime 18.7%, Mystery 11.3%, Story Rich 11.2%
- #17 Rivals
86% matchVery Positive100% of 51 reviews2020
Dev: Owlskip Games
Windows
A deep and immersive narrative puzzle game.
Why similar: Investigation 44.2%, Visual Novel 31.2%, Story Rich 14.3%, Puzzle 6.2%, 2D 3.2%
- #18 Echoes of Ash
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ash Studio
Windows
Detective agency management × superpowered mystery. Former operative Lin Mo rebuilds the Ash Detective Agency in Collins City. Investigate crime scenes, use “Echoes” to recover memory fragments, rebut lies with evidence, dispatch partners for intel, and uncover conspiracy behind your mentor’s death.
Why similar: Investigation 24.5%, Visual Novel 21.7%, Crime 17.6%, Mystery 10.4%, Story Rich 10.3%
- #19 Burden of Truth
84% 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: Investigation 21.3%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Crime 14.7%, Story Rich 10.5%, Logic 9.5%
- #20 11 Years Ago
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Commodore SinapsyPub: Commodore Industries
Windows
11 Years Ago is a puzzle-solving single player adventure game made with Unreal Engine 5 and it is the final project of the Red 32 team of BigRock School.
Why similar: Investigation 32%, Logic 24.2%, Crime 15.7%, Mystery 12.1%, Puzzle 5.7%
- #21 Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy
82% 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: Visual Novel 27.5%, Investigation 24%, Crime 18.6%, Mystery 10.8%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #22 Paper Perjury
82% matchVery Positive88% of 190 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 22.5%, Crime 15.1%, Logic 14.2%, Investigation 13.3%, Mystery 12.5%
- #23 Star Seeker in: the Secret of the Sorcerous Standoff
83% matchVery Positive100% of 75 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 24.3%, Crime 18.5%, Visual Novel 18.3%, Mystery 11.7%, Logic 9.9%
- #24 Demons' Timeline
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DigitalCats
Windows
Cyber Detective L solves Paradoxes—bizarre incidents by supernatural Demons—via the social media giant Parrotter. The Cyber Detective Squad, L and his Demon partner Nyasuteria, wield elite hacking and psychic powers to take on the final Paradox investigation.
Why similar: Investigation 21.5%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Logic 16%, Mystery 13.2%, Crime 12.3%
- #25 An Exercise in Mortality - Chapter I
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CorDubiumArts
Windows
Slip into the role of a detective and find out why a seemingly peaceful village suddenly has to hold a funeral every other day. To solve the mysteries, act as the perpetrator and simulate the crimes. Left completely to your own devices, it’s up to you to prove your ingenuity and wit.
Why similar: Crime 26.4%, Investigation 21.7%, Logic 17.6%, Mystery 12.8%, Story Rich 8.1%
- #26 Murder by Numbers
79% matchVery Positive84% of 1,650 reviews2020
Dev: MediatonicPub: The Irregular Corporation
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Solve Pixel Puzzles to find clues. Use those clues to interrogate witnesses. Work your way to the truth... ...and uncover the mystery of Murder by Numbers!
Why similar: Investigation 20.6%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Crime 15.7%, Logic 12.5%, Cartoony 10.8%
- #27 Goto Family's- ''The Island Murder Case''
80% 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 31.8%, Visual Novel 28.1%, Cartoony 16.7%, Mystery 11.1%, Adventure 8.8%
- #28 Spooky Crew: Mask of the Mysterium
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matt Sanderson
Windows
Join the Spooky Crew and uncover the secret of the Mask of the Mysterium in this point and click adventure game. An encounter with a masked figure leads the crew to investigate the secrets of a local museum.
Why similar: Investigation 19.2%, Crime 18.3%, Logic 14.2%, Cartoony 10.9%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #29 Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle, Season One
79% 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 20.9%, Visual Novel 20.4%, Investigation 18.4%, Mystery 10.9%, Story Rich 10.7%
- #30 Pixel P.I.
77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Crischu
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this detective game you will write your own questions and deductions. Use your detective skills to solve these cases and the mystery of your forgotten memories in the way.
Why similar: Crime 21.6%, Investigation 20.1%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Logic 13.9%, Cartoony 10.6%
- #31 The Silver Case
78% matchVery Positive89% of 1,085 reviews2016
Dev: GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Silver Case – the debut title from world-renowned developer SUDA51 has been fully remastered and localized to English for the first time ever!
Why similar: Crime 22.3%, Investigation 21.6%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Mystery 10.6%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #32 Orson, P.I.: Midnight at the Grand Hotel
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Abscure
Windows
Twelve guests at a Chicago hotel plot to steal millions in jewels. Stop them before midnight strikes.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.6%, Investigation 16.5%, Logic 15.8%, Crime 15.6%, Story Rich 9.6%
- #33 CRASH: Autodrive
77% 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 21.9%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Crime 13.1%, Mystery 11.6%, Cartoony 9.6%
- #34 TellTale - Casino Murder Case
75% 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: Investigation 25.3%, Logic 18.1%, Mystery 17.8%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Adventure 8.9%
- #35 Trials of Innocence
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,556 reviews2025
Dev: 猫龙游戏
Windows
Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 22.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Trials of Innocence is an indie courtroom detective game. Step into the shoes of the main character, rookie lawyer Luna Ray, and navigate her journey through the legal world. Unravel a shocking conspiracy that changes the fate of many, including herself, and confront her inner choices.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.5%, Crime 19.1%, Investigation 17.7%, Logic 13.3%, Story Rich 10.2%
- #36 Detective Fantasia DX
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Teo Chhim
Windows · Mac
A corpse has been found on the beach! Explore a summery island to gather clues and uncover the truth in this mystery game, Detective Fantasia DX!
Why similar: Crime 20%, Investigation 19.5%, Logic 17%, Cartoony 12.9%, Mystery 9.2%
- #37 GENBA no Kizuna
74% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Gosatsu Visual Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Mesozoic murder mystery, 4 suspects, 1 truth. Investigate, interrogate and present evidence as you set out to unravel the case with your team. Will you be able to accurately determine who took the victim's life? Or will your deductions lead you to arrest someone for a crime they did not commit...?
Why similar: Crime 21.9%, Investigation 20.6%, Visual Novel 18.1%, Logic 15.5%, Mystery 9.9%
- #38 Marcella Moon: Saboteurs on the River
76% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Hidden Ocean Games
Windows
Play as amateur sleuth Marcella Moon to investigate a series of sabotage incidents on the Louisiana bayou.
Why similar: Investigation 24.8%, Crime 22.2%, Logic 14.9%, Mystery 13.7%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #39 Tokyo Detectives
74% matchMixed70% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: Rincho Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Detective Game. Murder Investigation. Interrogate witnesses. Rebut with evidence.
Why similar: Investigation 28.2%, Crime 24.6%, Visual Novel 23%, Mystery 12.4%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #40 Police Detective: Tokyo Beat
73% 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: Crime 25.4%, Visual Novel 25%, Mystery 12.9%, Story Rich 12.7%, Investigation 11.9%
- #41 Mystery of the Malign
71% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Gameplay Supremacy
Windows
Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.
Why similar: Investigation 29.8%, Mystery 18.9%, Story Rich 15.4%, Crime 9.9%, Puzzle 7.7%
- #42 夜明けの影法師
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Max Neet Games
Windows
雪山ペンションで起こる殺人事件を阻止するため、 聞き込みとパソコンで情報整理するマルチエンドミステリーADV『夜明けの影法師』!
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.7%, Logic 20.4%, Mystery 13.4%, Crime 11.5%, Story Rich 11.2%
- #43 Twin Mind: Ghost Hunter Collector's Edition
73% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Do Games Limited
Windows
Can the twin detectives solve a new case? You are the only one who can help them catch the killer. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Crime 19.1%, Investigation 18%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Logic 16.5%, Mystery 9.2%
- #44 Scene Investigators
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 971 reviews2023
Dev: EQ Studios
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Scene Investigators is a hardcore deductive reasoning game for fans of the "true crime" genre. Step into re-created crime scenes, observe closely for pieces of evidence, analyze possible motives behind the crimes, and uncover what truly happened.
Why similar: Investigation 30%, Crime 24.5%, Logic 20.2%, Mystery 12.4%, Puzzle 5.2%
- #45 A Case of Fraud
68% matchVery Positive98% of 365 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: Investigation 28.8%, Crime 23%, Logic 18.3%, Mystery 13.4%, Puzzle 5.6%
- #46 Detective Grimoire
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,328 reviews2014
Dev: SFB Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Visual Novel 20.7%, Crime 19%, Investigation 17.2%, Story Rich 9.6%, Mystery 8.7%
- #47 로스팅 리포트: 대학 교수 살인사건
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: 유진게임즈
Windows
Limited time, clear reasoning! A mystery game to find out the truth about the murder of a university professor.
Why similar: Investigation 27.5%, Visual Novel 20.1%, Cartoony 18.9%, Logic 15.2%, Mystery 7.2%
- #48 The Detective's Apprentice
70% 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 cases that are too tough for the local police to crack.
Why similar: Investigation 32.1%, Logic 16.6%, Mystery 14.7%, Crime 14%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #49 Man of Nollyn
68% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Slater Chae
Windows
A noir detective game where you can bribe or intimidate suspects for extra clues.
Why similar: Investigation 26.2%, Crime 24.6%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Mystery 12.1%, Story Rich 9.9%
- #50 Staffer Reborn
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 889 reviews2024
Dev: Team Tetrapod
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Staffer Reborn is a game of supernatural abilities and logical deduction set in 1960s America. It tells the story of a man trapped in a cycle of death and resurrection caused by his supernatural ability and the investigator who was recruited to help.
Why similar: Investigation 21.6%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Crime 15.1%, Cartoony 14.1%, Mystery 9.7%
- #51 Retro Mystery Club Vol.1: The Ise-Shima Case
69% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: HappymealPub: Shinyuden
Windows
This classic-style mystery adventure game, inspired by the Famicom Detective Club series and illustrated by Famitsu's legend Kiyokazu Arai, will take you on a suspenseful journey through the beautiful landscapes of Ise-Shima.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.2%, Crime 23.1%, Investigation 21.6%, Mystery 12.7%, Story Rich 11.9%
- #52 Detective Kobayashi - A Visual Novel
70% matchPositive87% of 31 reviews2019
Dev: GenuinePub: Giiku Games
Windows
Take on the role of Detective Kobayashi, the one and only genius detective who has a reputation for solving any case, however dark or difficult...if he isn't playing games at the office or awkwardly hitting on girls, that is.
Why similar: Crime 27.9%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Investigation 18.1%, Mystery 12.8%, Story Rich 7.9%
- #53 머준이의 사건파일 ~쌍둥이 저택의 비밀~
69% 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 27.6%, Visual Novel 22.3%, Mystery 14%, Story Rich 10.4%, Cartoony 7.4%
- #54 Detective Dana
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Vice Beast
Windows
Detective Dana is a 2D story-rich game about an Arabic police officer investigating murder cases. Investigate the crime scene, interrogate the witnesses, solve the mysteries and uncover the secrets until you catch the criminal!
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Crime 18.1%, Story Rich 10.2%, Mystery 10.2%, Investigation 8.8%
- #55 Methods: The Detective Competition
69% matchVery Positive91% of 693 reviews2020
Dev: LockedOn GamesPub: Erabit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
One hundred detectives compete against each other in a crime-solving competition.
Why similar: Investigation 20.5%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Crime 17.4%, Cartoony 13.1%, Mystery 10%
- #56 Methods: The Canada Files
65% matchVery Positive97% of 330 reviews2026
Dev: LockedOn GamesPub: Erabit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Methods: The Canada Files is a mystery visual novel. You play as a team of eccentric detectives in a mysterious crime-solving competition. To solve each mystery, you must use your team member’s unique detective methods, refute faulty theories with evidence, and find out the truth!
Why similar: Investigation 26.6%, Crime 21.1%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Cartoony 14.3%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #57 永恒沉眠:爱与杀戮的乐园 Permanent Sleep: Paradise of Love and Slaughter
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 菜猫食品
Windows
This is an AVG game of deduction, suspense and love. The gameplay is a special spiritual jury system. Players will take the role of female detective or male police officer, traveling between dream and reality, and jointly investigate the years of unresolved “brunette female serial murder case”.
Why similar: Crime 25.5%, Investigation 23.4%, Visual Novel 22.3%, Mystery 12.7%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #58 Gray Protocol
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 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: Visual Novel 24.9%, Investigation 21.7%, Cartoony 16.7%, Story Rich 13%, Mystery 9.6%
- #59 On Air! Taxi Detective Casebook
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 373 Studio
Windows
On Air! Taxi Detective Casebook is a pixel-art, dialogue-driven mystery game. You’re an AI in a taxi, teaming up with a talkative driver on late-night runs to hear bizarre passenger stories, solve cases in secret, and let him play the “great detective.”
Why similar: Investigation 28.2%, Visual Novel 25.3%, Logic 14.4%, Story Rich 11.3%, Mystery 8.7%