- #1 迷渡桥
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 犬狸工作室Pub: OKJOY
Windows
《迷渡桥》是一款水墨风格的国风悬疑推理游戏,你将扮演牵涉谋逆的罪臣后人宁不移,背负着家族十年的冤屈,在弥留之际踏上迷渡桥,换一个查明真相的机会。调查一桩桩离奇命案,窥见朝堂内的暗流涌动。当迷雾散尽,揭开深埋于王朝的骇人秘密......
Why similar: Detective 16.3%, Historical 15.4%, Drama 11.5%, Mystery 9.6%, Logic 9%
- #2 Murders on the Yangtze River
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 20,376 reviews2024
Dev: OMEGAMES STUDIO
Windows · Mac
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"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 20.2%, Historical 12%, Drama 11.1%, Investigation 10.7%, Logic 8.4%
- #3 Inquiry Counsel逆转茶食人
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZHENG YUFENG
Windows
"Hold on!" A court battle game set in ancient China's Song Dynasty! In the government office of Lin'an County during the Song Dynasty of ancient China, many bizarre murder cases occurred! The protagonist engages in intense court battles with the county captain of Lin'an to find the real culprit!
Why similar: Historical 15.4%, Detective 15.3%, Investigation 12.7%, Drama 11.4%, Word Game 11.1%
- #4 密市大亨
95% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Dream Clockwork
Windows
Welcome to the brand new world of Mississauga Tycoon. Various styles of Mississauga, including horror, suspense, thriller, science fiction, and aesthetics, are waiting for you to explore. Can you escape perfectly and find out the truth? Become an escape master and create a perfect escape myth?
Why similar: Detective 17.3%, Drama 14.8%, Logic 12.6%, Investigation 11.7%, Mystery 10.5%
- #5 我的一个多重人格朋友
93% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: 上海久游网络科技有限公司
Windows
This is an AVG game that involves reasoning and decryption. He Zhou has 7 different personalities, which alternate seven days a week. Players will play as a detective and deduce the truth behind the horrifying cases surrounding He Zhou through the diary he left behind.
Why similar: Detective 15.8%, Drama 13.4%, Word Game 11.6%, Mystery 10%, Investigation 10%
- #6 Locator
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Empty Exhibit
Windows
A Geoguessr-inspired detective game set on an alien planet. Pinpoint the exact locations of photos to track down missing archeologist Abigail Lidari. Cross-reference journal entries, decipher cryptic symbols, and uncover the mysteries of an ancient civilization.
Why similar: Conspiracy 23.7% ★, Investigation 15.9%, Detective 14.6%, Historical 12.2%, Mystery 11.3%
- #7 Confidential Killings - A Detective Game
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 580 reviews2026
Dev: BRANEPub: Surefire.Games
Windows · Mac
A series of murders is shocking Hollywood! Use your detective skills: search the crime scene, find clues, solve the mystery. Who is pulling the strings behind these Confidential Killings?
Why similar: Conspiracy 26.4% ★, Detective 13.7%, Investigation 12.9%, Drama 10.7%, Logic 9.4%
- #8 A Hand With Many Fingers
91% matchVery Positive86% of 491 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: Conspiracy 32.9% ★, Investigation 21.6%, Historical 20.4%, Mystery 11.3%, Detective 8.3%
- #9 City of Voices
90% 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: Conspiracy 29.1% ★, Detective 18.9%, Investigation 17.6%, Mystery 11.8%, Puzzle 6.7%
- #10 Hawkins & Sons Detective Agency
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Vera Florentine
Windows · Mac · Linux
A detective visual novel set in Victorian London. Play as a veteran detective and his young daughter, investigate scenes through point-and-click gameplay, question suspects, and make tough choices that shape the story.
Why similar: Historical 24%, Detective 18.4%, Mystery 11.1%, Drama 9.5%, Word Game 9.3%
- #11 大侦探之勃艮第古堡
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 知行合一
Windows
欢迎来到温泉岛,我是您的私人向导。您听说过……勃艮第古堡吗?那里是欲望与邪恶滋生的黑暗角落,那里有超出认知的生物和违反人性的生存规则。准确说,那里是另一个世界,由贪婪,欲念构成的炼狱……最后,请您一定要警惕每一个出现在勃艮第古堡里的人。祝您旅途愉快。
Why similar: Word Game 16.2%, Drama 14.8%, Detective 10.8%, Puzzle Platformer 9.5%, Investigation 8.7%
- #12 Kung Fu Time Travel
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: YU QIULIN
Windows · Mac
Players assume the role of the protagonist who travels back to his previous life to change his destiny, gain love and achieve career success. The game features elements of comedy, ingenious strategies, reasoning and fantasy, with multiple choices and multiple endings.
Why similar: Drama 16.2%, Detective 14.8%, Cinematic 14.1%, Mystery 10.3%, Historical 10.3%
- #13 Pentiment
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 9,036 reviews2022
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Step into a living illustrated world in a time when Europe is at a crossroads of great religious and political change. Walk in the footsteps of Andreas Maler, a master artist who finds himself in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue in the Bavarian Alps.
Why similar: Historical 20.5%, Conspiracy 16.5% ★, Investigation 15.2%, Detective 12%, Multiple Endings 10.1%
- #14 Insects Awaken
86% matchVery Positive90% of 445 reviews2025
Dev: HelloMeow
Windows · Mac
Insects Awaken is a puzzle visual novel set in the 1940s. It follows the story of Chen Shan, a young man entangled in espionage while defending his family and homeland. He embarks on a journey between the isolated cities of Chongqing and Shanghai, braving the chaos of war with his passion and youth.
Why similar: Historical 19%, Drama 15%, Multiple Endings 13%, RPG 10.9%, Detective 8.3%
- #15 Misty Judgment
85% matchVery Positive94% of 1,412 reviews2025
Dev: 次元边界
Windows
This is a suspense reasoning interactive work with real people. You will play the protagonist "Qi Yi", find evidence in a series of murders, piece together the truth, and find the ultimate murderer, all of which will lead you to an unpredictable future.
Why similar: Detective 12.9%, Cinematic 10.3%, Word Game 10.2%, Logic 9.5%, Multiple Endings 9.1%
- #16 Tell Me Everything
88% matchMixed61% of 71 reviews2018
Dev: LizardFactory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A mysterious murder has shocked the inner city, and as the lead detective, it is your job to catch the real killer. Armed with words and wits, you uncover the secrets and capture the murderer, and make sure justice will be served.
Why similar: Investigation 17.3%, Word Game 16.3%, Detective 16.2%, Logic 10.2%, Mystery 9.7%
- #17 52Hertz
84% matchVery Positive88% of 102 reviews2026
Dev: Moonlit Apple
Windows
An eternally snowbound town. An inescapable time loop. A group of travelers trapped between memory and truth…You will embody Mo Shi, the amnesiac protagonist, stepping into this enigmatic town known as the "Singularity" , partner with the protagonist to solve murder cases and expose the killer.
Why similar: Detective 16.3%, Logic 13%, Drama 12.8%, Investigation 11.4%, Multiple Endings 10.7%
- #18 The Ratline
82% matchVery Positive92% of 157 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 22.9%, Conspiracy 21% ★, Investigation 20.2%, Mystery 12.2%, Logic 7.5%
- #19 File Tricks
83% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Wild Kid Games
Windows
"File Tricks" is a visual novel with puzzle solve. It is not only a test of logical thinking and observation, but also a reasoning feast full of suspense and reversal. You need to investigate the crime scene, collect evidence, confront the people involved and finally solve the case.
Why similar: Word Game 21.9%, Detective 18.3%, Logic 13.1%, RPG 9.4%, Drama 8.1%
- #20 Mystery Of Camp Enigma
84% matchMixed54% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: M9 Games
Windows
Explore areas, collect hidden objects and take in your surroundings. You will need all of your puzzle solving skills to put together a plan to make your way through the island of Camp Enigma, solving riddles and down the many paths of mystery.
Why similar: Conspiracy 17.9% ★, Detective 15.4%, Logic 12.5%, Mystery 10.7%, Cinematic 9.4%
- #21 The Rise of the Golden Idol
81% matchVery Positive93% of 3,814 reviews2024
Dev: Color Gray GamesPub: Playstack
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 16.4 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: Conspiracy 28.1% ★, Investigation 17.9%, Detective 17.9%, Historical 12.3%, Mystery 12.2%
- #22 AI探案集
82% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Zane Studio
Windows
《AI Detective Collection》 combines the AI large language model to create a detective deciphering game. Players will be integrated into the deduction story, using AI assistants to deeply investigate clues, examine evidence, and uncover the truth behind the case through logical thinking and deduction.
Why similar: Word Game 16.5%, Detective 15.2%, Logic 11.8%, Mystery 10.5%, Investigation 9.3%
- #23 Sanfu
79% matchVery Positive83% of 17,512 reviews2023
Dev: Shiying StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
2000年,山城市新闻频道的电视画面莫名跳出一则旧广告,而广告的代言人是已经去世的特异功能少年——三眼神童。有传闻三眼神童的亡魂劫持了电视信号。 调查局受命展开调查。随着调查的深入,一个藏在黑暗处的犯罪团伙逐渐浮出水面。
Why similar: Drama 19.4%, Mystery 15.2%, Detective 10.5%, Puzzle Platformer 9.9%, RPG 9.6%
- #24 True Game
81% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: 橙光游戏
Windows · Mac
"True Game" is a work of suspense reasoning. The work tells the story that people in trouble are taken to a closed space and ask to get chips from others through different competitions. This work has a high degree of brain burning, exquisite picture and strong sense of substitution.
Why similar: Detective 19%, Logic 16.5%, Multiple Endings 11.8%, Mystery 11.5%, Puzzle 8.5%
- #25 Burden of Truth
79% 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: Drama 16.3%, Investigation 16.2%, Detective 15.9%, Cinematic 10.6%, Mystery 8.4%
- #26 再见断刀
78% matchVery Positive93% of 2,313 reviews2025
Dev: 非侠游戏Pub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
古风悬疑推理AVG《再见断刀》——在与世隔绝的山庄之中,接二连三地发生了骇人命案。只有通过细致入微的调查,抽丝剥茧的推理,才能定一个是非清白,还一个天理公道。 然而,在逐渐浮出水面的真相之下,似乎还有暗流涌动……
Why similar: Historical 17.4%, Detective 15.3%, Multiple Endings 11.3%, Drama 10.9%, Investigation 9.2%
- #27 Untale: King of Revinia
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2020
Dev: Empty Die Studio
Windows · Linux
Unravel the mystery of the King's sudden death... Claim your right for the throne. Try to stay alive as long as possible. Will you take the risk? The story for those who are brave enough to dive in a dark story and are able to think reasonably.
Why similar: Conspiracy 20% ★, Drama 16.7%, Detective 15.5%, Mystery 11.7%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
- #28 小学生はませている。
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: NOLAS project
Windows
いじめの犯人探しに抜擢された主人公。 彼が描く推理、その結末は必ずしも正しいとは限らない。 あなたが選んだ結末次第で、 誰かを苦しめるのかもしれない……
Why similar: Drama 15.8%, Detective 14.8%, Investigation 13.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.1%, Logic 11%
- #29 Chronique des Silencieux
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: Pierre Feuille StudioPub: Zugalu Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in 1970s southern France, you play a rookie private eye tasked to dig out the secrets of a stubborn old man. Think on your feet while you follow your leads : ask questions to witnesses, detect their lies, hypothesize why and finally confront the silent ones running from their past.
Why similar: Conspiracy 19.7% ★, Historical 15.4%, Detective 14.6%, Investigation 13.9%, Mystery 9.1%
- #30 火起雪中寺
76% matchVery Positive81% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: 江湖奇事录
Windows
Huoqi Xuezhong Temple is a 3D suspense exploration game. The ancient temple covered in heavy snow suddenly caught fire. A mysterious shadow transported you back three hours before the fire started. Faced with six people gathered at this temple with different purposes.
Why similar: Detective 17.4%, Historical 13%, Drama 11.7%, Investigation 11.3%, Mystery 9.2%
- #31 The Shell Part III: Paradiso
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 567 reviews2025
Dev: Innocent GreyPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 184.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The coiling chains of obsession that began with The Shell now threaten to strangle Detective Reiji Tokisaka in the third and final entry in the trilogy. As old friends and foes rise up for one last confrontation, can anyone break the cycle—and can Reiji's heart ever be set free?
Why similar: Conspiracy 18.6% ★, Historical 18.6%, Detective 14.4%, Investigation 13.7%, Mystery 9.8%
- #32 The Simen Rumors
75% matchVery Positive92% of 88 reviews2026
Dev: 羊之口
Windows
本游戏以视觉小说的形式,收录了十四个奇幻恐怖的短篇故事。从网站专栏的投稿、社团的恐怖故事分享会、到某座设施中的秘密实验……你将以不同的视角,探索发生在鸶门市周边的种种奇妙传闻。
Why similar: Detective 20.5%, Drama 14.6%, Mystery 14.2%, Word Game 13.4%, Logic 12%
- #33 Soulflow
76% matchMixed53% of 90 reviews2022
Dev: Bluespy StudiosPub: Next in Game
Windows
Soulflow is a 2.5D fantasy-detective game that offers a unique experience with its graphic style. In this story-based role play game, players must gather information from others during the day and try to solve the murders in the neighborhood to stay free.
Why similar: Detective 16.2%, Investigation 15.6%, Multiple Endings 12.8%, Logic 8.8%, Survival 7.7%
- #34 Broken Sword 5 - the Serpent's Curse
77% matchVery Positive89% of 2,783 reviews2013
Dev: Revolution Software Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
From multi-award winning Revolution Software comes the latest explosive episode in this classic series. Playing as intrepid American George Stobbart and sassy French journalist Nico Collard, you find yourself on the trail of a stolen painting – and a murderous conspiracy...
Why similar: Conspiracy 20.2% ★, Historical 14.5%, Investigation 13.7%, Detective 11.7%, Drama 9.6%
- #35 Emma Riley: Dream Detective
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Star Fort Games
Windows
Emma Riley: Dream Detective is a detective game where you must unravel an occult conspiracy spanning the real and dream worlds. Use keen observation to gather clues, carefully interrogate suspects for information, and use your logic and deduction skills to unravel the mystery!
Why similar: Detective 21.5%, Investigation 20.5%, Mystery 13.2%, Logic 9.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.3%
- #36 Safe House
74% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: HuangZeXin
Windows
Safe House tells the story of a zombie virus sweeping the world, turning most humans into irrational monsters. The male protagonist Xin and the family of other safe houses will find the truth buried and a way to survive under the threat of zombie and other survivor forces
Why similar: Word Game 19.1%, Conspiracy 18.3% ★, RPG 14%, Drama 14%, Mystery 11.6%
- #37 沉舟:序章
73% match5 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: 孟夏MengxiaPub: 糕薯科技
Windows · Mac
Play as a group of underground workers who fight in the dark, and stage a treacherous spy war story in Nanjing during World War II. How will you respond to identity crises, betrayals, and collapsed beliefs? Loyalty or betrayal, abandon others or be abandoned...
Why similar: Conspiracy 18.8% ★, Historical 18%, Logic 11%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, Mystery 9.9%
- #38 Detective Agency: Murder at the Manor
74% matchMixed58% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: 吉祥如意工作室
Windows
The owner of the Golden Rose Manor died mysteriously in the secret room. Everyone in the manor has an alibi, but their speech is full of loopholes... You will go to the crime scene, search for clues, analyze the suspect's statement, make reasonable inferences, reveal the truth of the case!
Why similar: Detective 17%, Investigation 14.4%, Drama 13.4%, Multiple Endings 12.1%, Mystery 9.7%
- #39 The Visitor Effect: Not an experiment
72% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Mystic MorguePub: Dojo System
Windows · Linux
What if your whole world was a lie? Solve clever puzzles and face incredible challenges to escape the faulty simulation that keeps you captive. Question reality and unravel a dark conspiracy while dodging security systems in this innovative puzzle-strategy adventure.
Why similar: Conspiracy 22.4% ★, Investigation 14.2%, Logic 12.6%, Multiple Endings 10.7%, Retro 9.8%
- #40 The Lawyer - Episode 1: The White Bag
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ManyDev Studio
Windows
The Lawyer - Episode 1: The White Bag is the first part of an episodic adventure game which combines gripping crime story with classic courtroom drama. Immerse yourself into a world set in early 90’s in which you gather (or fabricate!) evidence, deduct and run fierce courtroom battles.
Why similar: Conspiracy 23.7% ★, Detective 14.1%, Investigation 13.5%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.8%
- #41 Private Eye: The Young Heir
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lucky 7 Studios
Windows
Private Eye is a detective game where you play as Hakeem trying to solve the murder case of Amir. The wealthy heir Amir kept strange company, is one of them his murderer? Explore, investigate, solve puzzles, and find discrepancies to unravel his mysterious death.
Why similar: Detective 18%, Investigation 16.7%, Mystery 11.3%, Logic 11.3%, Drama 9.7%
- #42 The Shell Part II: Purgatorio
70% matchVery Positive95% of 590 reviews2024
Dev: Innocent GreyPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 20.4 hrsMean: 157.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Detective Reiji Tokisaka is back to face down a mystery that spans decades, if not centuries. With the aftermath of his last case weighing on his soul and a long-silent cult resurgent, can he solve the crime—or will it become his curse?
Why similar: Conspiracy 19.4% ★, Historical 18.5%, Detective 15.7%, Investigation 15.1%, Cinematic 9.9%
- #43 The Duke is Dead
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bunk Bed Software, LLC
Windows
The duke is dead! Collect clues, solve puzzles, and use deduction to find the killer. Put your detective skills to the test to unravel the trail of crimes and uncover the truth!
Why similar: Detective 27%, Conspiracy 17.2% ★, Investigation 15.4%, Mystery 15.4%, Logic 12.1%
- #44 荧惑焚心录Yinghuo
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: DongmianYueqiu
Windows
明末题材文字冒险游戏。背景为崇祯死后第二年(1645),你将扮演一名火器学者,无意中捡到了前朝公主,一场涉及复仇与真相、战乱与选择的旅途就此展开。约17万字剧情,有4个不同走向的结局和多个死亡结局。
Why similar: Historical 24.9%, Word Game 18.3%, Drama 16.2%, Multiple Endings 14.8%, Visual Novel 7.5%
- #45 Twilight bride :VORMSLEGEND
70% matchVery Positive90% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: 深圳市元计划科技有限公司Pub: 杭州悦动互娱科技有限公司
Windows
"Alice" silently protected "Philip" who broke into the underworld. She thought that after many tests, she could find the never withering rose symbolizing love and go to the wedding banquet hall. Who would have guessed that their ordeal is not over yet? How will it develop in the end?
Why similar: Drama 20.5%, Mystery 14.4%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, RPG 10.8%, Detective 10.4%
- #46 Draugen
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,109 reviews2019
Dev: Red Thread Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Draugen is a single-player, first-person Fjord Noir mystery set in 1920s Norway. Explore a forgotten coastal village in your search for your missing sister, accompanied by your independent and enigmatic young ward. Norwegian Game of the Year 2019.
Why similar: Historical 17.5%, Detective 17.2%, Mystery 13%, Cinematic 11.8%, Drama 11%
- #47 The Case of the Golden Idol
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,171 reviews2022
Dev: Color Gray GamesPub: Playstack
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 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: Conspiracy 24.8% ★, Detective 17.6%, Investigation 17%, Historical 14.1%, Mystery 11.8%
- #48 谜宇酒吧
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DMW Studio
Windows
《谜宇酒吧》是一款舞台在3072年的太空列车上的悬疑推理游戏。玩家将扮演主人公“梅尔”,一名业余的列车酒保,寻找因一块陨石引起的连环杀人案的真相。
Why similar: Detective 25.8%, Logic 15.2%, Mystery 14.7%, Word Game 14%, Drama 7.6%
- #49 破禁 Limbo Break
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: xiaowanxiongzzz
Windows · Mac · Linux
A general-audience infinite flow ADV. You will play as Jiang Yuejiao. After being framed and forced to flee to the neighboring country of Dipa, you are drawn into various terrifying worlds, Only by uncovering the hidden truths within these places might you find a way back to the real world.
Why similar: Detective 18.5%, Drama 14.7%, Word Game 14.2%, Mystery 10.7%, Multiple Endings 9.2%
- #50 Trouble Hunter Chronicles: The Stolen Creed
69% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Iskonsko Studio
Windows · Linux
Explore mid 20th century Europe as an ex-OSS operative using quick wits, problem solving abilities and gritty charm to duck and weave his way between cultists, crazy Frenchmen and dangerous killers! Based on point & click classics, Trouble Hunter Chronicles revitalizes the genre for the modern era.
Why similar: Conspiracy 25.1% ★, Historical 15.3%, Detective 14.8%, Investigation 14.1%, Mystery 10.6%
- #51 末日航路-The Termination
69% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: 橙光游戏
Windows
It's a story of deception and redemption. You receive a mysterious invitation to a seven days doomsday journey. An expectant interstellar journey has become a doomsday route to the end. There is only one word difference between "victim" and "perpetrator".
Why similar: Detective 20.8%, Multiple Endings 14.2%, Mystery 13.8%, RPG 8.9%, Puzzle Platformer 7.9%
- #52 Lost Wiki: Kozlovka
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 513 reviews2026
Dev: yattytheman
Windows · Linux
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: Conspiracy 30.1% ★, Detective 20.4%, Investigation 19.2%, Mystery 15.2%, Puzzle 6.2%
- #53 Rewrite the Romance: The Golden Lotus
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Forest
Windows
古代重生题材文字冒险游戏,改编自小说《金瓶梅》。北宋政和年间,清河县出了一位大财主西门庆,风流倜傥,妻妾众多,却也在纸醉金迷中走向宿命终局。而如今,你化身西门庆,重来一世,命运的罗盘交到你手中。
Why similar: Word Game 19.9%, Multiple Endings 17.4%, Historical 16.5%, RPG 11.2%, Drama 10.6%
- #54 TianJin1924
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 倍儿哏儿工作室
Windows · Mac
Tianjin, 1924. In a city of treacherous undercurrents, where foreign powers vie for control, your legend begins. Befriend heroes, master a trade, and forge your own destiny.
Why similar: Historical 26.5%, Drama 15.5%, Word Game 14.9%, Multiple Endings 12.9%, RPG 8.9%
- #55 The Chessboard Mystery:47 West Street,Highgate
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackFog Studio
Windows
Step into Highgate a fog-shrouded town in 1956, where a mysterious murder shatters the silence. As a private investigator, explore scenes, gather evidence, and question suspects. Use your evidence board to trace lies, face branching choices, and uncover the hidden truth behind the crime.
Why similar: Drama 19.9%, RPG 19%, Detective 16.1%, Puzzle 11.3%, Mystery 11.3%
- #56 Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,316 reviews2009
Dev: Frogwares
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Recognized as one of the best licenses in gaming and lauded by the press, Sherlock Holmes is back with an investigation that is sure to be the most horrifying of the series. The famous detective stands against the most dangerous serial killer England has ever known - Jack the Ripper.
Why similar: Detective 24.7%, RPG 16.8%, Historical 15.7%, Adventure 13%, Investigation 12.1%