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

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The Dawning is a first-person puzzle mystery game. Play as Detective Madison as he searches 7 beautifully crafted areas for clues to catch a killer. Use stealth to sneak past deadly enemies. Solve complex puzzles to access new areas, progress the rich storyline, and obtain key items.

Reviews: 4 user reviews — 75% — of 4 reviews
Released: 2021-11-24
Developer: Beau Yotka
Publisher: Yotka Games LLC
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    Dev: CheesecakeGames
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  2. #2 Point Zero: Victoria
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  3. #3 Draugen
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    Dev: Red Thread Games
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    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    95% matchVery Positive87% of 1,353 reviews2019
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    The Department is a narrative driven detective game. Investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects and bring the killer to justice in this gritty detective sim // Mae Trosedd yn gêm dditectif sy'n cael ei gyrru gan stori. Ymchwiliwch olygfeydd troseddau, holi amheuon a dod â'r lladdwr i gyfiawnder.

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    A Little Time is a first-person interactive story. You play as a young but determined detective investigating a man's disappearance. You will travel to a variety of locations and pick up clues while experiencing the story, dialogue, and atmospheric visuals.

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    89% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,081 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

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    89% matchVery Positive85% of 358 reviews2021
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    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%

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    Windows
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