Games Like Star Apprentice: Magical Murder Mystery

Pardon or kill. Let the madness begin! Take on the nefarious attractions of Yurukill Land for a chance to prove your innocence!

Why similar: Detective 26.8%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Anime 13.5%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Mystery 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the seed's unique blend of visual novel storytelling and high-octane bullet hell shooter gameplay.

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: Detective 20.9%, Investigation 20%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Logic 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a compelling detective narrative with logic-based puzzles and a vibrant, character-driven aesthetic.

Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger.

Why similar: Detective 34.4%, Visual Novel 20%, Mystery 18.3%, Anime 17.2%, Story Rich 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive detective game that combines intense logic-based trials with fast-paced action sequences.

In Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane, you play as a defense attorney who practices law in a world of fantasy and wizards. You must defend clients accused of various crimes committed using magic and use the rules of magic to prove them innocent.

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Mystery 18.7%, Anime 17.3%, Magic 16.8%, Detective 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the magical courtroom drama and detective investigation themes found in the seed game.

Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.

Why similar: Detective 39.7%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Mystery 16.3%, Anime 12.2%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: As the gold standard for detective visual novels, it provides the essential foundation for refuting contradictions and solving mysteries.

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: Detective 24.3%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Mystery 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Investigation 10%

Why You'll Like It: A detective visual novel that focuses heavily on the collection and presentation of evidence to solve complex cases.

Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.

Why similar: Detective 32.7%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Mystery 18.1%, Anime 15.9%, Story Rich 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a surreal, high-stakes detective mystery with investigative action sequences that feel both modern and engaging.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the classic puzzle-solving mystery adventure directed by Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi, is back! This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound and new gallery content.

Why similar: Detective 37.9%, Mystery 23.5%, Story Rich 12.3%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Anime 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This supernatural mystery features clever logic puzzles and a unique perspective on investigation that fans of the genre will appreciate.

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: Detective 40.4%, Mystery 17.3%, Visual Novel 16.5%, Anime 13.7%, Story Rich 10%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends supernatural elements with traditional detective investigation in a story-rich visual novel format.

Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 22%, Anime 15%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the fast-paced bullet hell action and anime aesthetic that define the core gameplay loop of the seed game.

Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.2%, Anime 21%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Cute 13%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides the same cute, anime-styled bullet hell action that makes the seed game's combat so addictive.

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

Why similar: Detective 27%, Investigation 21.9%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Mystery 12.1%, Anime 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: An investigation-focused visual novel that captures the anime-styled detective aesthetic perfectly.

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Anime 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Cute 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane bullet hell experience that captures the intense, reflex-heavy combat found in the seed game.

A mystery visual novel taking place aboard the underwater train Marine Express. Follow student Ranko Togawa on her quest to find the culprit on the murder of an accompanying teacher... with lots of surprises along the way!

Why similar: Detective 23.2%, Investigation 15.5%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Mystery 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery visual novel with a strong detective focus and a distinct, charming art style.

Your Turn To Die -Death Game By Majority- is a multi-ending horror adventure game. Sara Chidouin returns home from school late one night to discover that something's gone terribly wrong. When she comes to, she finds herself, her friend Joe, and 9 other people trapped in a mysterious place.

Why similar: Mystery 26.3%, Female Protagonist 26%, Anime 18.7%, Story Rich 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on high-stakes logic and social deduction within a tense, story-rich mystery setting.

Detective Ridelle is a cozy murder mystery game featuring escape room style puzzles. Find clues, interrogate suspects, solve the mystery - before it's too late.

Why similar: Detective 26.4%, Investigation 18.2%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Mystery 12.9%, Logic 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends mystery investigation with escape room mechanics in a story-rich visual novel.

Follow Detective Butler and his sidekick Gilligan as they solve a locked-room murder during a haunted cruise ship's maiden voyage. Can you solve the mystery before Detective Butler reveals the answer?

Why similar: Detective 25.5%, Investigation 20.7%, Mystery 14.6%, Visual Novel 14%, Anime 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style detective visual novel that focuses on interrogation and mystery-solving.

Kidnapped and taken to an unfamiliar location, nine people find themselves forced to participate in a diabolical Nonary Game by an enigmatic mastermind called Zero. Why were they there? Why were they chosen to put their lives on the line? And more importantly, who can be trusted?

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.9%, Mystery 24.8%, Story Rich 15.5%, Anime 14%, Detective 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features intense, logic-based escape room gameplay wrapped in a complex, mystery-filled narrative.

Interrogate suspects, search for clues, & uncover a dastardly plot, as you solve a string of mystifying murders to help reluctant detective Ilmarinen escape the foreboding Fafnir Hotel.

Why similar: Detective 27.5%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Mystery 15.4%, Logic 13.5%, Anime 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-styled mystery visual novel that emphasizes investigation and story-rich detective work.

Detective Red July must stop a serial killer who patterns his murders after optical illusions in this mystery visual novel set in the world of Methods.

Why similar: Detective 25.2%, Investigation 17.5%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Mystery 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A detective mystery that incorporates puzzle-solving elements into its narrative-driven investigation.

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: Detective 30.6%, Mystery 15.8%, Investigation 14.8%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Anime 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric detective adventure that focuses on uncovering mysteries in a story-rich environment.

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: Detective 24.7%, Investigation 18%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Mystery 13%, Anime 12%

Why You'll Like It: A detective visual novel that focuses on solving complex mysteries within a story-rich framework.

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: Detective 28.6%, Investigation 15.5%, Mystery 14.8%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Anime 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural detective mystery that balances investigation with a humorous, anime-inspired tone.

A dark fantasy roguelike shoot-em-up with lots of bullet hell featuring cute pixel art, visual novel interludes, and story-driven gameplay. Join Shirley in her journey to learn magic and survive Redwood Academy!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Magic 11%, Anime 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game incorporates bullet hell and twin-stick shooter mechanics into a visual novel structure.

The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...

Why similar: Detective 27.6%, Visual Novel 22%, Mystery 18.9%, Anime 17.2%, Story Rich 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique social deduction mystery experience with a distinct sci-fi anime aesthetic.

Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art.

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.6%, Mystery 24.1%, Detective 18.7%, Story Rich 12.2%, Anime 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It is the premier mystery visual novel featuring magic, logic, and deep, complex storytelling.

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: Detective 27.5%, Investigation 20.3%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Mystery 13.2%, Anime 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game features detective-style logic battles that mirror the refutation mechanics of the seed game.

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 23.5%, Logic 21.8%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Investigation 17%, Cute 6.7%

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

Why similar: Detective 29.4%, Investigation 24.2%, Mystery 14.2%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Anime 11.1%

Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.

Why similar: Detective 22.8%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Female Protagonist 15%, Mystery 10.8%, Cute 8.4%

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: Detective 26.2%, Investigation 16.6%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Mystery 12%, Logic 11.1%

Cutie anime girl realizes her cool big bro is missing?? Cheese it up with Chizuru and SHOOT TO THE BEAT OF THE SONG in this top down bullet hell shooter! Absorb enemy bullets using your waveshines to utilize their bullets as your own! Show those cheeseheads that you're better!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Anime 12.7%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Cute 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the same cute, fast-paced bullet hell action that complements the seed game's gameplay style.

I Am The Prosecutor is a non-linear Visual Novel about defending a cute Tomboy named Sophie where you're given just 30 seconds to make the right choice each time. Help make Sophie's case against her abusive mother and give her much needed closure.

Why similar: Detective 30.2%, Visual Novel 17%, Logic 14.9%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A courtroom-style detective visual novel that emphasizes choices and multiple endings.

"Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III" is a bullet hell shooting game with a distinctive, glamorous presentation style. It is the third game in the Touhou Makuka Sai series. The strange moon seems to hide a new conspiracy. Charge into the deep world on the eternal night!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Anime 11.8%, Magic 10.8%

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 24.1%, Investigation 22.1%, Mystery 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Logic 8%

"Touhou Saibanmu ~Rookie Attorney Legendry" is a puzzle-solving detective game based on the Touhou series. It mainly tells the story of Marisa Kirisame who, by chance, becomes a lawyer. The story is divided into three chapters, each with multiple endings.

Why similar: Detective 28%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Logic 16.5%, Anime 13.9%, Female Protagonist 10%

Love, Internet, and Murder Magic is a Roguelike game. You will role-play an agent of a streamer who died because of a murder. You are trying to "bring her back" through AI technology on the Internet, making her the unique creation of the Internet.

Why similar: Anime 24%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Visual Novel 16.5%, Mystery 14.5%, Story Rich 12%

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

Why similar: Investigation 24.1%, Detective 17.9%, Mystery 15.4%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

A narrative courtroom adventure all about VTubers! Players will take the role of prosecutor Justin Truth and investigate a murder at a VTuber agency, doing their best to uncover the identity of both the killer and VTuber's real face.

Why similar: Detective 36.4%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Mystery 17.5%, Anime 12%, Story Rich 10.4%

Dodge bullets, shoot enemies and even stop time as you navigate through 15 beautiful levels in this perfect blend of bullet hell and FPS. Uncover the origins of Sakuya Izayoi's past and investigate the mansion where the scarlet vampires resides in this Touhou Project Fangame!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.5%, Female Protagonist 20.9%, Anime 16.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%

A gruesome murder interrupts an evening party at a secluded mansion and you are the prime suspect! Explore the mansion, search for clues, and interrogate the other guests as you strive to unmask the killer in this open-ended mystery.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Mystery 32.2%, Story Rich 17%, Adventure 10.7%

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: Detective 32.1%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Anime 15.6%, Mystery 14.1%, Story Rich 11.9%

An intricate mystery visual novel. Search text, piece together clues, and jump around the story to unravel the tangled events within the sealed tower.

Why similar: Detective 23.9%, Investigation 16.7%, Mystery 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Logic 13.1%

Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Anime 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

Why similar: Detective 37.3%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Mystery 22.4%, Cute 6.6%, Anime 5.2%

Explore an abandoned school where memories linger longer than the living. Uncover the mystery of your best friend’s disappearance. Dodge bullets.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.5%, Mystery 17.8%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Anime 7.9%

PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Anime 10.7%, Cute 8.7%

Team up with your "other self", Honno-chan, as you parry, pummel and pulse your way out of your darkest nightmare in this one-of-a-kind "parry heaven" action game!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.3%, Female Protagonist 16%, Cute 14.9%, Anime 13.9%, Story Rich 13%

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: Detective 58.9%, Mystery 23.4%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Adventure 5.5%

A supernatural Halloween whodunnit. Solve a chilling locked-room mystery before the grim reaper reveals the answer!

Why similar: Detective 24.3%, Investigation 13.3%, Mystery 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Visual Novel 10.8%

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: Detective 34.1%, Investigation 20.7%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Mystery 13.2%, Story Rich 8.9%

"Let's defeat the demon lord together!" A thrilling action-adventure of destruction!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Anime 13.1%, Cute 9.5%, Shooter 8.6%

Mysterious phenomena from space. A researcher's fatal accident. Cryptic codes engraved on an unknown material. Together with your brilliant sister-in-law, you must unravel a mystery that could determine the fate of Earth. A sci-fi mystery visual novel of discovery and suspense.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.6%, Investigation 17.4%, Anime 15.4%, Mystery 15.2%, Cute 11.1%

Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the history of a mysterious system. The stage is set. Will you step up and play your role?

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.5%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Anime 17.3%, Cute 13%, Pixel Graphics 8%

"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: Detective 40.2%, Investigation 19%, Mystery 13.7%, Logic 13.3%, Story Rich 10.1%

Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Magic 13.3%, Cute 10.5%

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 56.9%, Pixel Graphics 24.9%, Adventure 10.3%, Action 4.7%, 2D 3.2%

Get ready to investigate a mysterious murder of mythological proportions!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 50.5%, Adventure 28.8%, Story Rich 20.7%

Help Beretta become the best witch ever in this 2D action platformer shoot 'em up! She's going on an adventure to beat up monsters, talk to cute NPCs, and discover the dark history of Luninsula all while making lifelong friends.

Why similar: Anime 31.4%, Cute 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Shooter 15.9%, 2D 6.4%

a cute little metroidvania with challenging combat and witchcraft 🧙🍐

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.4%, Cute 17.2%, Anime 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Shooter 8.9%