Games Like The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

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 30.7%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Mystery 14.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Point & Click 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same blend of colorful suspects, comedic writing, and text-heavy detective work, just with courtroom showdowns added on top.

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 30.1%, Point & Click 19.4%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Mystery 11.8%, Comedy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the closest matches for its lighthearted murder mystery tone, quirky cast, and accessible point-and-click investigation.

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

Why similar: Detective 28.1%, Mystery 15.8%, Point & Click 14.8%, Comedy 14%, Funny 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same silly, wholesome detective energy with simple clue-gathering and constant jokes.

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 27.6%, Point & Click 20.5%, Visual Novel 20.1%, Mystery 12.3%, Comedy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its cartoon presentation, humorous writing, and straightforward murder investigation make it a very strong tonal and mechanical match.

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 41.1%, Visual Novel 32.5%, Mystery 18.9%, Anime 5.2%, Story Rich 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: Like Sonic's murder mystery, it pairs cheerful character interactions and comedy with a stylish whodunit structure.

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

Why similar: Detective 28.7%, Mystery 16.6%, Point & Click 15.6%, Comedy 13.4%, Funny 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This keeps the goofy investigation format going with more absurd characters and a similarly cozy mystery vibe.

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 41.1%, Point & Click 16.7%, Mystery 15.7%, Cute 5.7%, Casual 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its short, funny animal-noir mystery and low-pressure deduction make it a near-perfect follow-up for players who loved Sonic's playful sleuthing.

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 27.3%, Visual Novel 21.7%, Mystery 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Psychological Horror 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part was interrogating an eccentric cast in a murder mystery framework, this is a stronger and darker version of that formula.

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

Why similar: Detective 29.4%, Visual Novel 25.6%, Mystery 18.3%, Comedy 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 5%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes detective work, strong personalities, and plenty of humor, though it leans more mature and elaborate than Sonic's breezier tone.

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

Why similar: Detective 29.1%, Mystery 19%, Comedy 15.8%, Point & Click 13.2%, Funny 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers another compact and hilarious mystery adventure centered on chatting with suspects and solving a light case.

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 32.7%, Mystery 23%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Point & Click 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is a witty, character-rich mystery full of twists and playful storytelling, even if its puzzle mechanics are more prominent.

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 28.5%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Mystery 18.6%, Text-Based 18.2%, Anime 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a direct fit for anyone wanting another visual-novel murder mystery focused on interviews, clues, and deduction.

The hottest bird lawyering game to come out of 1840s France! Join Jayjay Falcon and his witty apprentice, Sparrowson, as the two take on clients, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and deliver justice to the guilty.

Why similar: Detective 31.9%, Visual Novel 28.3%, Mystery 15.6%, Comedy 10.7%, Hand-drawn 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its animal cast, comedic writing, and murder-case structure feel delightfully close in spirit to Sonic's joke-filled detective setup.

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 31.5%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Text-Based 15.5%, Mystery 12.4%, Comedy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the fun of a compact murder mystery but flips the premise by making you cover up the crime through sharp dialogue choices.

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 29%, Visual Novel 22.5%, Mystery 16.2%, Text-Based 12.7%, Comedy 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its visual-novel structure and train-set murder case make it a natural next step if you specifically want another compact detective story.

Join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of 3 games! This title features 16 episodes (including previously DLC-only episodes) and supports English, French, German, Japanese Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese.

Why similar: Detective 28.6%, Visual Novel 25.4%, Mystery 14.5%, Text-Based 9.9%, Point & Click 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers more playful case-solving, memorable witnesses, and mystery-comedy storytelling for anyone who wants more Ace Attorney-style energy.

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 32.2%, Point & Click 23.9%, Mystery 17%, Comedy 11.8%, Funny 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game matches the seed's easygoing case-solving and constant humor, even though its mysteries are paranormal instead of straight murder cases.

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 25.2%, Mystery 17.9%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Comedy 11.4%, Funny 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its absurd animal cast, joke-heavy writing, and mystery framing capture the same charmingly unserious feel that makes Sonic's story work.

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: Detective 33.8%, Point & Click 23.1%, Mystery 17.3%, Comedy 11%, Funny 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its anthropomorphic cast, detective focus, and light comic style make it feel like a more retro and puzzle-forward cousin to the seed game.

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 34.5%, Point & Click 27.1%, Mystery 19.8%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Comedy 7%

Why You'll Like It: This is another cozy animal-led murder mystery with classic point-and-click investigation and a distinctly playful tone.

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 24%, Point & Click 17.3%, Mystery 13.7%, Text-Based 12.7%, Visual Novel 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the first game's breezy, joke-packed detective format with more bite-sized investigations and quirky dialogue.

Lucid9 is a visual novel focused on a web of intricate mysteries set in the fictional 2018 metropolis of Isamu. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is the first part of the story, focused on a string of disappearances that occur at a prestigious, uppity boarding academy.

Why similar: Visual Novel 43%, Mystery 24.3%, Anime 7%, Psychological Horror 6.1%, Detective 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: As a free mystery visual novel, it is a solid follow-up for players who mainly want more text-driven intrigue without spending anything.

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 39.3%, Visual Novel 28.9%, Point & Click 25.9%, Singleplayer 3.5%, Story Rich 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its anthropomorphic detective cast and banter-heavy interrogation scenes make it a good pick if you want more animal-themed mystery work with a noir twist.

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 41.2%, Point & Click 28.8%, Mystery 24.4%, Story Rich 2.5%, Great Soundtrack 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is a much more open-ended mystery, but it nails the pleasure of poking through clues and accusing the right suspect in a stylish world.

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 42.7%, Mystery 27.1%, Point & Click 25.1%, Singleplayer 3%, Story Rich 2%

Why You'll Like It: This is less comedic but excellent if what you loved most was piecing together evidence and solving murders through deduction.

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 50.6%, Mystery 32.9%, Point & Click 14.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%, Story Rich 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: Like its predecessor, it focuses on smart scene-by-scene mystery solving for players who want a denser logic challenge after Sonic.

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 37.4%, Mystery 22.8%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Funny 9.8%, Casual 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly approachable and charming mystery adventure built around clues, suspects, and a storybook tone.

The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.

Why similar: Detective 34.2%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Mystery 17%, Point & Click 14.5%, Casual 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: This visual novel emphasizes investigation, testimony, and playful anime-style mystery storytelling in a way that overlaps well with Sonic's appeal.

Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.

Why similar: Detective 54.2%, Mystery 30.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Story Rich 2%

Why You'll Like It: It is far more serious and systems-driven, but it remains one of Steam's best games for anyone chasing the satisfaction of pure deduction.

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 48.5%, Detective 13.7%, Comedy 10.5%, Mystery 9.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its murder premise, quirky cast, and comedic adventure-game writing make it a strong fit despite being more old-school in structure.

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 29.1%, Visual Novel 23%, Mystery 18.5%, Text-Based 10.8%, Psychological Horror 7.9%

Tails Noir: Prologue is the first act of a post-noir narrative adventure. Become raccoon private eye Howard Lotor and explore dystopian Vancouver inhabited by animals as you uncover a deeply personal story of change and transformation.

Why similar: Detective 47.9%, Point & Click 22.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Mystery 10.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 69.5%, Platformer 14.4%, Casual 8.7%, Singleplayer 7.4%

Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 65.5%, Platformer 14.4%, Singleplayer 14.2%, Psychological Horror 5.8%

Sonic Frontiers is a groundbreaking open-zone action-adventure game set on the ancient Starfall Islands. Join Sonic as he battles hordes of powerful enemies with an all-new combat system, explores the mysteries of the islands, and saves his friends!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.5%, Comedy 37.4%, Singleplayer 9.1%, Platformer 8.9%, Story Rich 5%

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 25.1%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Mystery 13.7%, Point & Click 11.8%, Comedy 9.3%

When the Deadly Six threaten to destroy his world, Sonic’s new moves & power-ups are the only way to defeat them before it’s too late!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 55.9%, Comedy 14.7%, Platformer 13%, Singleplayer 10.6%, Funny 5.9%

Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 66.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Comedy 9.9%, Singleplayer 7.9%, Story Rich 3.1%

Ready, Set, Rumble! Join Sonic in this intense arcade royale game set in Dr. Eggman's diabolical Toy World. Collect legendary skins, all-new emotes, and build skills as you progress through this action-packed game! Mayhem is best with friends!

Why similar: Cute 79.9%, Platformer 20.1%

The fate of Sonic the Hedgehog’s world is in your hands – Join the Uprising.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.7%, Psychological Horror 10.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Funny 9.2%, Singleplayer 8.5%

An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 69.5%, Platformer 16%, Singleplayer 11.6%, Story Rich 2.8%

Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.7%, Comedy 19.6%, Funny 18.7%, Mystery 17.8%, Singleplayer 5.9%

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

Why similar: Detective 32.1%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Mystery 16.3%, Point & Click 12.4%, Text-Based 11.3%

Race across land, sea, air, space, and time in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Warp through Travel Rings into new dimensions where something new awaits around every twist and turn.

Why similar: Singleplayer 100%

Point-and-click mystery adventure on the virtual SNS! Find secrets hidden by family, friends, companies, and idols.

Why similar: Visual Novel 21.1%, Mystery 19.2%, Point & Click 15.8%, Detective 13.8%, Text-Based 13.7%

Delve into a devilishly delightful world of mysticism and mystery as Harold Ludicael, the disgraced demonologist. After the untimely demise of a famous illustrator, you’re tasked with solving their murder in this point-and-click visual novel.

Why similar: Detective 21.2%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Mystery 16.9%, Text-Based 14.5%, Hand-drawn 11.3%

Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 64.3%, Platformer 17.6%, Funny 9.2%, Singleplayer 8.9%

Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles, including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 55.4%, Casual 17.7%, Platformer 12.7%, Cute 8.4%, Singleplayer 5.9%

The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.5%, Platformer 33.2%, Singleplayer 10.2%

Join the investigation in Murder Is Game Over, a pixel art point-and-click game where you and Cleo try to solve the murder of a famous game designer. Can you uncover the clues and catch the killer before it's game over?

Why similar: Detective 26%, Visual Novel 22.3%, Point & Click 20.9%, Text-Based 17.9%, Funny 7.6%

Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.9%, Mystery 28.6%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Anime 6.6%, Cute 3.5%

A mystery visual novel about six students forced to play a 12-hour long killing game.

Why similar: Detective 36.2%, Visual Novel 33.3%, Mystery 20.4%, Funny 5%, Anime 3.6%

Follow the story of the Unseen Narrator, whose repetitive life falls apart when their co-worker decides to quit on a whim.

Why similar: Visual Novel 66.9%, Casual 13.7%, Anime 10.2%, Singleplayer 8.4%, Indie 0.9%

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 26.7%, Visual Novel 23%, Text-Based 15.9%, Mystery 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%

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 26.7%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Mystery 17.9%, Text-Based 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%

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 29.9%, Point & Click 22.9%, Mystery 19.3%, Comedy 13.9%, Funny 8.7%

Deep Night Detective, the monochromatic mystery metroidvania! Created by Wilson Taylor with music by Lewmoth!

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.5%, Point & Click 27.3%, Mystery 27%, Funny 10.2%, Platformer 3.9%

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 28.8%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Mystery 17.3%, Text-Based 12.8%, Point & Click 7.2%

A comedy-mystery visual novel about Captain Fox, Detective Raccoon and the danger of pineapple pizza.

Why similar: Detective 25.6%, Visual Novel 19.6%, Point & Click 18.6%, Mystery 12.8%, Comedy 11.2%