Games Like Tangle Tower

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 28.9%, Point & Click 13.8%, Crime 13%, Mystery 10.8%, Investigation 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly deep, logic-based deduction system that rewards players for piecing together clues in a unique, non-linear fashion.

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 20%, Point & Click 12.1%, Crime 10.9%, Conversation 10.5%, Visual Novel 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor to Tangle Tower, it features the same iconic art style, investigative mechanics, and witty character interactions.

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 31%, Crime 11.6%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Mystery 8.5%, Point & Click 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for courtroom-based detective games, offering the same blend of eccentric characters, intense investigations, and satisfying logic puzzles.

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Why similar: Detective 33.2%, Point & Click 20%, Mystery 10.3%, Comedy 8.2%, Funny 8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same humorous, point-and-click detective spirit with a focus on bite-sized, supernatural mysteries and charming pixel art.

Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America’s 34th most haunted city. Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 9 chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.

Why similar: Detective 25.9%, Point & Click 15.2%, Mystery 8.7%, Comedy 7.5%, Visual Novel 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation that maintains the witty writing and clever puzzle design of its predecessor while expanding the scope of the investigations.

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 34.6%, Mystery 14.3%, Puzzle 11.2%, Point & Click 9.1%, Story Rich 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares Tangle Tower's quirky charm and puzzle-heavy mystery gameplay, featuring a vibrant art style and a compelling supernatural narrative.

Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.

Why similar: Detective 36.2%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Mystery 12.5%, Conversation 9.1%, Story Rich 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This entry provides a refined, historical take on the classic Ace Attorney investigation formula with exceptional character writing and mystery design.

A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.

Why similar: Detective 21.5%, Noir 17.7%, Crime 14.1%, Point & Click 11.6%, Conversation 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This noir-inspired visual novel features a unique aesthetic and deep interrogation mechanics that mirror the character-driven mystery style of Tangle Tower.

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: Detective 35.6%, Point & Click 15.4%, Mystery 12.5%, Puzzle 8.8%, Investigation 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fantastic, modern detective game that requires players to cross-reference clues and build a family tree to solve a complex mystery.

Paradise Island, a world outside reality. There’s been a murder that only "investigation freak" Lady Love Dies can solve. Gather evidence and interrogate suspects in this open world adventure. You can accuse anyone, but you’ll have to prove your case in trial. It’s up to you to decide who’s guilty.

Why similar: Detective 27.3%, Crime 19.4%, Point & Click 15.6%, Mystery 9.5%, Investigation 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world investigation game that encourages players to gather evidence and build their own case, matching the freedom of discovery found in Tangle Tower.

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

Why similar: Detective 38.2%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Mystery 14.1%, Story Rich 9%, Comedy 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, story-rich mystery that combines visual novel elements with unique puzzle-solving segments in a surreal, character-focused world.

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 37%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Mystery 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes mystery visual novel that emphasizes character interrogation and logical deduction during intense courtroom trials.

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: Detective 31%, Point & Click 17.7%, Mystery 11.6%, Investigation 9.6%, Puzzle 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy yet mysterious puzzle game that requires careful observation and deduction to identify plants and solve local town secrets.

Solving crime is no walk in the pond. You are a down-on-his-luck detective who also happens to be a duck. Use your powers of de-duck-tion to inspect evidence, fill in the blanks, and bust the case wide open! This is a short but twisty detective case.

Why similar: Detective 34.8%, Noir 18.6%, Point & Click 11.6%, Investigation 9.5%, Mystery 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A witty and short detective adventure that focuses on observational humor and simple, satisfying investigation mechanics.

JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.

Why similar: Detective 29.5%, Crime 19.4%, Mystery 10.6%, Funny 7.7%, Puzzle 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a charming, hand-drawn aesthetic and a focus on exploration and deduction that feels very similar to the investigative flow of Tangle Tower.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 48.4%, Mystery 16%, Puzzle 8.9%, Story Rich 7.2%, Noir 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant deduction-based mystery that challenges players to piece together the fates of a ship's crew using only observation and logic.

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery.

Why similar: Detective 31.4%, Point & Click 13.5%, Comedy 10.5%, Mystery 10.4%, Funny 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A short, hilarious mystery game that prioritizes funny dialogue and character interactions over complex mechanics, much like the lighter moments in Tangle Tower.

Do you like adventure, comedy, and dime store detective novels? Then boy have we got the game for you! Join Voodoo Detective in a hand-drawn, point-and-click noir where you’ll pit your wits and hoodoo know-how against a sinister evil that’s taken root on beautiful Zo Wanga Isle.

Why similar: Detective 19.5%, Noir 16.3%, Point & Click 12.1%, Conversation 8.5%, Mystery 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style point-and-click adventure with a strong narrative, hand-drawn visuals, and a lighthearted, mystery-focused tone.

A steampunk-ish detective adventure from the creator of A Golden Wake and Shardlight! Can you help private investigator Miles Fordham find justice for his clients and track down his partner's killer before his entire world comes apart?

Why similar: Detective 29.7%, Point & Click 18.5%, Noir 16.8%, Mystery 10.5%, Story Rich 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-inspired point-and-click detective game that allows for multiple ways to solve cases, emphasizing player choice and investigation.

Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.

Why similar: Detective 35.8%, Noir 16.2%, Point & Click 13%, Story Rich 10.4%, Visual Novel 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: While more complex, it offers the ultimate detective experience with unparalleled narrative depth and a focus on dialogue-driven investigation.

In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.

Why similar: Point & Click 36.7%, Detective 12.8%, Puzzle 6.8%, Comedy 6.6%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic point-and-click adventures, featuring multiple playable characters and a complex, humorous mystery to unravel.

A thrilling point-and-click adventure game where you play as Di Renjie, ancient China's most famous and gifted investigator, as he tracks a serial killer in the heart of the Tang Dynasty's capital city.

Why similar: Detective 26.7%, Point & Click 17.3%, Conversation 14.8%, Investigation 8.2%, Mystery 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A historical point-and-click mystery that emphasizes logical deduction and conversation-based investigation in a beautifully realized setting.

The award-winning point-and-click adventure returns in the Director's Cut with an extended story, additional puzzles, and new areas to explore. Witness the rise of an iconic detective as you uncover a dark and sinister truth hiding behind the calm exterior of a small rural town.

Why similar: Detective 27.9%, Point & Click 17.8%, Mystery 9.3%, Investigation 8.5%, Visual Novel 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gripping mystery adventure with a strong female lead and a focus on uncovering dark secrets in a small town through point-and-click exploration.

Stretch your legs, clean your whiskers, and dive into Nine Noir Lives. Enjoy a "point-and-lick" comedy-noir adventure, full of humour, crazy characters, and intriguing locations. Solve challenging puzzles and answer the immortal question: how many things need to be licked to solve a murder in this town?

Why similar: Detective 22.9%, Noir 20.1%, Point & Click 14.9%, Comedy 7.4%, Funny 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, cat-themed point-and-click detective game that features clever puzzles and a distinct, charming art style.

Unforeseen Incidents is a classical style interactive mystery set in a beautifully hand-painted world. Join Harper Pendrell and experience a challenging investigation, smart dialog and a rich cast of characters in this thrilling new adventure game.

Why similar: Detective 20.7%, Point & Click 20%, Mystery 10.2%, Puzzle 8.3%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click mystery that excels at atmosphere and world-building, offering a grounded yet intriguing investigative experience.

The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid tourist George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.

Why similar: Detective 25.7%, Point & Click 15.4%, Conversation 14.3%, Mystery 9.4%, Investigation 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive classic of the genre that balances global mystery, historical intrigue, and puzzle-solving perfectly.

A reverse-detective adventure, where you control your character's face

Why similar: Detective 38.2%, Point & Click 22.3%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Puzzle 9.2%, Exploration 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and innovative mystery game that uses a unique facial expression system to interact with characters and uncover the truth.

A suave secret agent adventure game. Your mission (should you choose to accept) is to infiltrate enemy spy Ruby La Rouge’s secret hideaway and put a stop to her evil plans!

Why similar: Detective 28.5%, Point & Click 18.8%, Mystery 12%, Puzzle 8.8%, Exploration 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, spy-themed puzzle game that focuses on exploration and environmental interaction to uncover the secrets of a villainous lair.

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 36.6%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Mystery 16.7%, Story Rich 11.7%, Atmospheric 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique social deduction visual novel that forces players to use logic and conversation to identify hidden threats in a sci-fi setting.

You are the one and only Duck Detective, a depressed and recently divorced duck who must quack the case. Inspect evidence, make de-duck-tions, and solve this no-murder mystery!

Why similar: Detective 31.3%, Noir 20.7%, Point & Click 12%, Investigation 9.9%, Mystery 8.6%

Solve puzzles, riddles, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! Join Toto and Gal as they explore dreamscapes and befriend magical creatures. Lost in their imagination, the brother and sister must stick together and solve puzzles to find their way home.

Why similar: Point & Click 26.9%, Mystery 15%, Puzzle 12%, Comedy 9.1%, Funny 8.8%

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 26.4%, Noir 15.1%, Point & Click 11.1%, Mystery 9.1%, Visual Novel 8.9%

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: Detective 18%, Noir 16.5%, Point & Click 14.1%, Crime 11.9%, Mystery 7.7%

Follow the meaning is a surreal point-and-click puzzle adventure. Join detective Paul Trilby as he works to unravel the mysteries of a peculiar town, seemingly ruled by the local Hospital. Over the wall and behind tightly shut gates, a dark secret lies in wait…

Why similar: Detective 25.5%, Point & Click 21.7%, Mystery 10.5%, Puzzle 9.8%, Investigation 6.5%

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: Detective 24.9%, Crime 18.5%, Visual Novel 10.8%, Investigation 10.6%, Mystery 10%

Everybody are missing in a town. Find the answers of town mystery in a point and click adventure game with escape the room mechanics

Why similar: Detective 32.7%, Point & Click 21.6%, Mystery 12.5%, Puzzle 10.1%, Investigation 10.1%

There's been a murder aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the suspects! Prove your innocence in this comedy 'point n' click' murder mystery - packed with twists, laughs, and larger-than-life characters!

Why similar: Detective 20.2%, Noir 15.7%, Crime 13.7%, Point & Click 12.7%, Mystery 7.7%

Join Kate Walker as she travels to remote locations and time periods in this timeless voyage to discover her true destiny.

Why similar: Point & Click 44.4%, Puzzle 14%, Mystery 11.5%, Adventure 10.2%, Story Rich 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric and puzzle-rich adventure that focuses on exploration and uncovering a deep, unfolding narrative in a beautifully crafted world.

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: Detective 29.2%, Point & Click 17%, Mystery 10.8%, Investigation 9.5%, Puzzle 7.6%

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 31.2%, Crime 16%, Mystery 11.9%, Investigation 10.6%, Point & Click 7.1%

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 30.4%, Visual Novel 12%, Crime 11.9%, Mystery 10.7%, Investigation 8.5%

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: Crime 22.6%, Mystery 18.7%, Puzzle 14.9%, Exploration 14.7%, Story Rich 11.1%

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery. Also there's a wizard.

Why similar: Detective 32.4%, Point & Click 14.5%, Mystery 11.1%, Comedy 10.2%, Funny 9.8%

Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man!

Why similar: Detective 23.4%, Crime 15.9%, Point & Click 12.6%, Investigation 8.1%, Mystery 7.8%

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming point-and-click adventure. Pack your bags and journey with Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit through modern day Europe to uncover the conspiracy behind a cursed relic and the secrets of the King who was never crowned.

Why similar: Detective 25.4%, Point & Click 21.2%, Mystery 11%, Puzzle 7.6%, Story Rich 7%

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: Point & Click 22.4%, Mystery 11.5%, Investigation 10.4%, Funny 10.1%, Puzzle 9.1%

Murder. Nothin’ nice about it. In this old school detective adventure, step into the boots of whip-smart Inspector Waffles and travel the city to track hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects, and unravel a dangerous mystery. But be warned: curiosity killed the cat...

Why similar: Noir 19.9%, Detective 19.4%, Crime 15.3%, Point & Click 10.9%, Mystery 5.9%

In this award-winning puzzle adventure game, play as the Traveler on a quest to reunite the Peoples of the Tower. Observe, listen, and decipher ancient languages in a fascinating universe inspired by the Myth of Babel.

Why similar: Detective 24.7%, Point & Click 22.2%, Puzzle 20.6%, Great Soundtrack 5%, Adventure 5%

Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!

Why similar: Puzzle 21.8%, Funny 21.4%, Exploration 20.4%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Atmospheric 11.8%

It’s the 1920s and the world’s foremost detective is about to embark on his most challenging case yet. Thankfully, in this world that’s not quite like our own, there’s nobody better to crack the case than the great detective and gentleman giraffe, Lord Winklebottom.

Why similar: Detective 26.4%, Crime 17.2%, Point & Click 17%, Mystery 8.9%, Investigation 7.6%

The ground starts shaking, light bulbs are breaking - and something rather unusual is happening right behind the walls of your very room. Equipped with nothing but wit and courage, you slowly descend into a world inhabited by avian folk and seemingly deadly furniture monsters.

Why similar: Mystery 20.3%, Puzzle 19.2%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Story Rich 9.5%

Investigate. Interrogate. Descend into a world of intrigue to untangle the Mystery of the Malign.

Why similar: Mystery 19.4%, Investigation 13.9%, Puzzle 12.9%, Story Rich 11.1%, Exploration 10.6%

Are you ready to serve the guests in the Rusty Lake Hotel? Solve all mysteries in this dark and eerie puzzle game. Rusty Lake Hotel is a point-and-click adventure by the creators of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series.

Why similar: Point & Click 40.9%, Puzzle 20.3%, Mystery 11.3%, Story Rich 5.5%, Atmospheric 4.8%

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 26.2%, Crime 15.6%, Conversation 12.9%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Investigation 9.5%

Milo and the Magpies is a point-and-click, hidden object game following the story of a little cat named Milo who is trying to find his way home after getting turned around by an unfortunate encounter with some pesky magpies.

Why similar: Point & Click 45.8%, Exploration 14%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Adventure 8.4%, Story Rich 7.9%

Pat the alligator, a (mostly) harmless and (probably) innocent reptile is at the center of a conspiracy that could bring down the biggest, scariest family in Alligator New York City: his own! Explore the city, meet the Family, and try to save Pat before the clock runs out.

Why similar: Point & Click 27.7%, Mystery 14.1%, Funny 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, Comedy 10.3%

You're a detective, and a frog, and it's time to solve a mystery in the wild west.

Why similar: Detective 32.8%, Mystery 12.6%, Point & Click 12.2%, Comedy 12%, Funny 11.6%

The Wild Case is a 2D first-person point-and-click adventure. In this story-focused adventure, players meet a cast of colorful characters, experience mysterious encounters, and solve puzzles to progress through the game.

Why similar: Detective 30.5%, Point & Click 19.1%, Puzzle 8%, Mystery 7.4%, Exploration 6.9%

A wild tale of conspiracy, loss, friendship, and... chickens?! Two rooster detectives are about to venture into the insect underworld to uncover a worldwide conspiracy, while also battling their inherent demons in this animal noir adventure satire.

Why similar: Detective 19%, Noir 15.4%, Crime 12.9%, Point & Click 11.4%, Visual Novel 7.8%

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: Detective 24.6%, Point & Click 23.8%, Mystery 16.3%, Story Rich 8.3%, Puzzle 6.9%