Games Like The Mermaid Mask

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Detective 21%, Crime 12.9%, Point & Click 12%, Dialogue Heavy 9.6%, Visual Novel 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same developers, this game shares the distinct art style, witty dialogue, and clever puzzle-solving mechanics found in The Mermaid Mask.

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 16.5%, Crime 13%, Dialogue Heavy 11.5%, Point & Click 10.9%, Investigation 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This predecessor to Tangle Tower establishes the core investigative loop and charming character interactions that define the creators' signature style.

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 20.6%, Investigation 15.9%, Crime 13.2%, Point & Click 10.8%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a brilliant, non-linear approach to piecing together complex mysteries through environmental clues and logic-based puzzles.

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 29.2%, Investigation 15.5%, Mystery 13.1%, Point & Click 12.9%, Puzzle 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in investigative logic that rewards players for meticulously cross-referencing clues and suspect testimonies.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 48.4%, Mystery 21.2%, Puzzle 11.5%, Story Rich 9.1%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for locked-room mystery games, requiring intense observation and deduction to solve a supernatural maritime tragedy.

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 22.3%, Investigation 18.2%, Crime 16.3%, Mystery 11.4%, Interactive Fiction 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Building on its predecessor, this title refines the deduction mechanics and provides an even deeper, more atmospheric investigative experience.

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 20.3%, Crime 19.7%, Investigation 16.4%, Point & Click 13.8%, Mystery 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, point-and-click murder mystery set on a train that captures the same lighthearted yet intriguing spirit of a locked-room investigation.

GET AWAY WITH MURDER. Highly replayable detective game where you're the one whodunnit. From the creators of 80 Days and Heaven's Vault.

Why similar: Detective 22.5%, Dialogue Heavy 15.6%, Interactive Fiction 15.5%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Visual Novel 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This interactive fiction game challenges you to solve a murder on a ship by manipulating time and suspects in a high-stakes, replayable format.

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 28.4%, Mystery 15.4%, Puzzle 11.8%, Supernatural 10.3%, Story Rich 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This supernatural mystery features a unique puzzle-solving mechanic and a quirky, story-rich narrative that mirrors the charm of The Mermaid Mask.

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 26.5%, Point & Click 17.3%, Supernatural 16.4%, Mystery 10.9%, Funny 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This series excels at blending supernatural mystery with comedic point-and-click gameplay, perfect for fans of the seed game's tone.

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: Crime 15.5%, Detective 15.1%, Investigation 11.7%, Point & Click 9.8%, Visual Novel 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized, noir-inspired detective game that balances dark mystery with sharp, humorous dialogue and investigative puzzles.

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: Crime 22.8%, Detective 22.3%, Investigation 18%, Point & Click 13.8%, Mystery 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world investigation game that emphasizes gathering evidence and building a case against eccentric suspects in a surreal, atmospheric setting.

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 19.1%, Investigation 13.9%, Point & Click 12.8%, Dialogue Heavy 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure that leans into atmospheric storytelling and supernatural mystery.

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 22.7%, Crime 21.4%, Mystery 10.9%, Visual Novel 9%, Funny 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a beautiful hand-drawn aesthetic and a focus on character-driven mystery that feels very much in line with the visual-novel elements of the seed game.

The star magician of Morgan’s Traveling Circus is missing, but the show must go on! In this non-linear detective visual novel, unravel the mystery from two different perspectives as you learn the varying stories of an entire circus of performers, each with their own lives... and their own secrets.

Why similar: Detective 14.4%, Crime 13%, Dialogue Heavy 10.5%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%, Investigation 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling visual novel that focuses on the mechanics of investigation and the unreliability of witnesses in a complex mystery.

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: Point & Click 14.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.4%, Detective 14.4%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Mystery 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic point-and-click adventure with a strong narrative focus and atmospheric mystery that feels grounded yet intriguing.

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 20.7%, Crime 19.4%, Point & Click 14.5%, Investigation 14.1%, Mystery 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A whimsical, point-and-click murder mystery that features a unique cast and a classic investigative structure.

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 30.5%, Investigation 19.7%, Point & Click 11%, Interactive Fiction 9.4%, Mystery 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, funny, and highly polished detective game that captures the lighthearted investigative spirit of the seed game.

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 22.1%, Investigation 15.2%, Crime 13.8%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Point & Click 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A detective visual novel that focuses on puzzle-solving and evidence gathering with a distinct, engaging art style.

Spot the lie and beat the liars in 'Contradiction' - the all-video murder mystery adventure!

Why similar: Crime 20%, Detective 19.6%, Investigation 14.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, Point & Click 10%

Why You'll Like It: An FMV detective game that forces you to analyze suspect statements for inconsistencies, mirroring the interrogation feel of the seed game.

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 17.1%, Investigation 14.8%, Crime 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 11.7%, Dialogue Heavy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines visual novel-style character interactions with logic-based puzzles to create a satisfying investigative experience.

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

Why similar: Detective 24.6%, Investigation 15.6%, Interactive Fiction 11.6%, Point & Click 11.4%, Mystery 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, hilarious detective game that prioritizes character charm and simple, satisfying investigation.

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 24.2%, Point & Click 17%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Funny 8.4%, Relaxing 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A clever, humorous point-and-click detective game that uses unique mechanics to solve crimes in a stylized world.

The Excavation of Hob's Barrow is a folk horror narrative-driven adventure. Explore the isolated moors of rural Victorian England as you uncover the mysteries of Hob's Barrow. The answers lie in the soil...

Why similar: Point & Click 27.9%, Interactive Fiction 17.6%, Investigation 12.2%, Mystery 11.3%, Puzzle 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric point-and-click game that focuses on uncovering dark, supernatural secrets through careful investigation.

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 30.9%, Visual Novel 23.2%, Mystery 18.8%, Story Rich 12.6%, Atmospheric 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A social deduction visual novel that creates a tense, repeating mystery loop where you must identify the culprit among a group of suspects.

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 17.8%, Crime 17.4%, Investigation 14.7%, Point & Click 10.4%, Mystery 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique investigation game that uses time-travel and hidden-object mechanics to solve crimes across different eras.

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 19.7%, Investigation 15.6%, Dialogue Heavy 14.8%, Point & Click 12.8%, Mystery 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential point-and-click mystery adventure that set the standard for narrative-driven investigation and puzzle design.

Set in the '90s, Kathy Rain tells the story of a strong-willed journalism major who has to come to terms with her troubled past as she investigates the mysterious death of her recently deceased grandfather.

Why similar: Point & Click 96.2%, Detective 1.4%, Mystery 0.8%, Supernatural 0.4%, Adventure 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, atmospheric point-and-click mystery that excels at building a compelling narrative through investigation.

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 27.5%, Investigation 20.5%, Point & Click 11.4%, Interactive Fiction 10.5%, Mystery 10%

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

Why similar: Detective 18.3%, Investigation 13.7%, Supernatural 12.4%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, Point & Click 9.3%

A dead man hired you to solve his own murder. You have one day. Fourteen suspects. And as many attempts as it takes. A hand-drawn noir mystery set in 1937 Rio de Janeiro, where every suspect has a life, a schedule, and something to hide.

Why similar: Detective 15.5%, Crime 14.4%, Supernatural 11.6%, Investigation 10.6%, Dialogue Heavy 10.2%

London, 1964. An ancient ruby is stolen from the British Museum. At the crime scene: a raven feather. Is somebody trying to follow in the footsteps of The Raven, the legendary master thief who disappeared years before?

Why similar: Detective 39.3%, Point & Click 29.1%, Mystery 16.8%, Adventure 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style detective adventure that focuses on a high-stakes mystery and satisfying, logic-based progression.

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Point & Click 60.2%, Adventure 15.5%, Story Rich 12.9%, Mystery 5.4%, Atmospheric 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, story-rich point-and-click mystery set in a futuristic world that rewards careful observation and puzzle-solving.

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 20.5%, Point & Click 13%, Investigation 11.6%, Interactive Fiction 9.6%, Mystery 9.2%

There's only one detective to unravel this murder turned museum heist... and they're the cat's meow. Interrogate a "colorful" cast of suspects until they cough up hairballs... and the truth. Will you wrap up the case in time for an afternoon nap, and make injustice knead its last biscuit?

Why similar: Detective 20.1%, Interactive Fiction 11.5%, Dialogue Heavy 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Mystery 8.4%

Play as Conrad, the town's executioner. Investigate a mysterious death, gather clues, question suspects and solve puzzles in this classic point-and-click mystery where witchcraft and superstition conceal a far darker truth.

Why similar: Detective 21.3%, Crime 15.5%, Point & Click 15.1%, Investigation 14.5%, Mystery 7.7%

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 20.4%, Crime 16.4%, Dialogue Heavy 13.3%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Mystery 8.8%

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 22.8%, Investigation 15.1%, Crime 12.8%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Mystery 10.7%

Solve cozy, crafty whodunits. Puzzle your way through nine unique investigations – and use your noggin to make intelligent deductions. Explore the evidence, scrutinize statements, and connect the dots.

Why similar: Detective 27.2%, Investigation 20%, Crime 18.7%, Point & Click 12.6%, Mystery 10.5%

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 17.1%, Crime 15.9%, Point & Click 14.4%, Investigation 12%, Mystery 9.7%

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: Detective 19.5%, Investigation 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%, Point & Click 11.6%, Mystery 8.8%

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: Investigation 21.3%, Point & Click 20.8%, Mystery 13.2%, Funny 10.9%, Puzzle 10.1%

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

Why similar: Detective 24.8%, Investigation 16.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Point & Click 11.9%, Mystery 11.3%

Will you survive the curse together this summer? A new supernatural mystery adventure begins, telling a bittersweet story of the passions of youth featuring new locations, new legends and a new cast of characters.

Why similar: Supernatural 26.2%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Point & Click 16.1%, Mystery 15.9%, Story Rich 8.2%

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 19.3%, Point & Click 17.7%, Investigation 11.7%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Mystery 10.6%

Louisiana, 1933. Thirty years ago an entire wedding suddenly & mysteriously vanished on the island of Devil's Rock, and with it went the location of the lost treasure of Bellemore Manor. To find it, you might need to die too. A cozy, story-driven, point & click adventure game of the merry & macabre.

Why similar: Supernatural 15.6%, Investigation 14.4%, Point & Click 13.4%, Mystery 9.7%, Visual Novel 9.4%

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: Point & Click 20.8%, Detective 19.9%, Mystery 17.6%, Investigation 13.2%, Story Rich 8.5%

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 19.7%, Investigation 15.2%, Lore-Rich 13.2%, Point & Click 12.3%, Mystery 9.6%

In 1936, something terrible happened at Galley House. Decades later, with a strange contraption that reveals echoes of the past, you must uncover the truth behind this grisly mystery.

Why similar: Detective 30.3%, Mystery 19.2%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Puzzle 11.5%, Story Rich 7.9%

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

Why similar: Detective 26.6%, Investigation 18.3%, Mystery 13.7%, Funny 11.8%, Point & Click 10.7%

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 19.2%, Investigation 16%, Crime 15.8%, Point & Click 13%, Mystery 9.5%

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 19.1%, Dialogue Heavy 14.4%, Investigation 14.1%, Point & Click 13.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%

Investigate a broken mind to unravel a twisted case. Deduce the truth. Restore lost memories. Listen to private conversations. Draw your own conclusions. Mind Diver is a murder mystery, where the victim is love.

Why similar: Detective 20.8%, Crime 19.5%, Investigation 16.1%, Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Mystery 10.2%

A missing person case straight out of 1995. Search the early internet, dig through emails and dusty floppy discs, and uncover the secrets behind the disappearance of Victoria Mason.

Why similar: Detective 21.7%, Point & Click 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Mystery 10.8%, Visual Novel 10.1%

A murder mystery where you are the main suspect! An ambassador on a peace mission has been killed on board the Clawville Express. Time progresses as you sniff out clues, eavesdrop on conversations, and interrogate passengers. Can you solve the case before the train reaches the last station? Or else.

Why similar: Crime 18.8%, Detective 17.9%, Investigation 14.1%, Point & Click 11.4%, Visual Novel 9%

A detective narrative puzzler without pre-set options! Raise your questions at will, and an AI-host will answer only with 'yes' or 'no.' Drive the investigation with your curiosity; the path to solving the mystery lies in questions you ask. Can you dig out the truth through your questions?

Why similar: Crime 22.4%, Detective 22.3%, Point & Click 9.6%, Mystery 9.4%, Puzzle 7.6%

Panthalassa is a Point and click Puzzle game set in an underwater alien world. You play as an AI reborn in a highly advanced body they do not recognize. Interface with otherworldly technology and unlock the secrets behind this strange planet.

Why similar: Point & Click 20.4%, Lore-Rich 16%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Funny 11.1%, Puzzle 10.6%

Can you mix a cocktail while eye-to-eye with a criminal? Find out in Best Served Cold, a murder mystery set in a bustling speakeasy where you serve customers, make friends and enemies, and solve crimes. At the Nightcap bar, prohibition is a killer… and so are some of your customers!

Why similar: Detective 23.1%, Dialogue Heavy 15.7%, Investigation 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Visual Novel 12%

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 19.8%, Point & Click 17.8%, Mystery 11.4%, Investigation 9.4%, Hand-drawn 7.8%

Mindcop is a non-linear „whodunnit“ detective game. It mixes a story driven adventure with real-time puzzle gaming. As the infamous Mindcop, you can dive into the minds of your suspects to uncover their secrets and unravel their lies.

Why similar: Detective 20.3%, Supernatural 12.9%, Investigation 11%, Interactive Fiction 10%, Hand-drawn 10%