Games Like The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

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: A high-stakes mystery visual novel that excels at building suspense while maintaining a distinct, stylized aesthetic.

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%, Point & Click 10%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for comedic detective visual novels, featuring courtroom drama and eccentric characters that mirror the tone of the seed game.

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

Why similar: Detective 28.1%, Mystery 15.9%, Point & Click 14.9%, Comedy 14%, Funny 9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, hilarious, and low-stakes detective game that perfectly captures the funny, self-aware tone of the seed game.

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%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, supernatural mystery game that shares the same blend of humor, charm, and clever investigative mechanics.

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%, Point & Click 19.5%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Mystery 11.9%, Comedy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful point-and-click mystery game that focuses on interviewing quirky suspects to solve a bizarre crime.

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 16.7%, Point & Click 15.8%, Comedy 13.3%, Funny 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the absurd and charming investigative work of the first game with even more laugh-out-loud moments.

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

Why similar: Detective 29.5%, Visual Novel 25.7%, Mystery 18.4%, Comedy 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, engaging mystery visual novel with a unique detective protagonist and a blend of serious and comedic moments.

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 39.3%, Comedy 37.8%, Singleplayer 9.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: The most ambitious modern Sonic title, offering a vast open world that captures the sense of adventure found in the series.

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 14.2%, Casual 8.9%, Singleplayer 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic 2D Sonic gameplay that remains the most polished and beloved experience for fans of the franchise.

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 15.7%, Comedy 10.7%, Hand-drawn 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous detective game set in 1840s Paris where you play as a bird lawyer, blending comedy with classic investigation.

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 25.3%, Mystery 18%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Comedy 11.3%, Funny 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A funny, hand-drawn point-and-click adventure that prioritizes charm and humor over complex gameplay mechanics.

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 27.7%, Point & Click 20.6%, Visual Novel 20%, Mystery 12.3%, Comedy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click mystery game that focuses on exploration and deduction in a charming, illustrated world.

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 22.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, Mystery 10.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A detective-themed narrative game with a unique pixel-art style and a focus on investigative dialogue.

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 26.5%, Visual Novel 23%, Text-Based 16.1%, Mystery 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent detective mystery that offers a sophisticated narrative experience with the same charm as the original trilogy.

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 66.3%, Platformer 12.6%, Comedy 10%, Singleplayer 8%, Story Rich 3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 3D Sonic title that remains a fan favorite for its fast-paced action and iconic soundtrack.

Congratulations! You’ve been accepted as the only human student at the prestigious St. PigeoNation’s Institute, a school for talented birds! Roam the halls and find love in between classes as a sophomore student at the world’s greatest pigeon high school.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.7%, Comedy 14.8%, Anime 8.7%, Mystery 7%, Great Soundtrack 6%

Why You'll Like It: An absurdist visual novel that leans into its ridiculous premise with surprising depth and humor.

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%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Mystery 18.5%, Text-Based 10.8%, Psychological Horror 8%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused visual novel that emphasizes detective work and story-rich investigation.

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 17.4%, Funny 9.3%, Singleplayer 9%

Why You'll Like It: A celebration of Sonic history that masterfully blends 2D and 3D platforming styles.

Kidnapped and taken to an unfamiliar location, nine people find themselves forced to participate in a diabolical Nonary Game by an enigmatic mastermind called Zero. Why were they there? Why were they chosen to put their lives on the line? And more importantly, who can be trusted?

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Mystery 21.6%, Point & Click 10.6%, Detective 10.2%, Psychological Horror 10%

Why You'll Like It: A gripping mystery visual novel that combines puzzle-solving with a high-stakes, branching narrative.

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 21%, Text-Based 18%, Funny 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted mystery game that focuses on exploration and hidden-object mechanics in a charming setting.

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 80.3%, Platformer 19.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, multiplayer action game that captures the energetic and competitive side of the Sonic universe.

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: Visual Novel 28.8%, Detective 26.3%, Mystery 20.5%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Anime 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique social deduction visual novel that provides a fresh, repeatable mystery experience with a cast of memorable characters.

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 55.2%, Casual 17.9%, Platformer 12.5%, Cute 8.4%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive collection of the original 2D Sonic games, perfect for experiencing the roots of the franchise.

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%

Why You'll Like It: A detective-themed visual novel that offers a compelling mystery set in a modern urban environment.

Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.

Why similar: Funny 24.2%, Great Soundtrack 22.3%, Cute 16%, Casual 15.7%, Comedy 13.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, physics-based game with a hilarious story and a lighthearted, quirky sense of humor.

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 22.4%, Mystery 16.2%, Text-Based 12.8%, Comedy 11%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style mystery visual novel that focuses on detective work and character interactions.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 35.5%, Cute 25.9%, Casual 14.2%, Funny 13.6%, Singleplayer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, charming exploration game that captures the relaxing and fun spirit of a small-scale adventure.

Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 20.1%, Funny 19.9%, Comedy 19.4%, Cute 15.9%, Casual 14.5%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, funny, and simple platformer that shares the whimsical and lighthearted spirit of the seed game.

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

Why similar: Detective 36.2%, Visual Novel 33.2%, Mystery 20.5%, Funny 5%, Anime 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven mystery visual novel that keeps the player engaged with its time-sensitive detective mechanics.

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%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Mystery 13.7%, Point & Click 11.9%, Comedy 9.3%

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 65.2%, Singleplayer 14.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Psychological Horror 6.3%

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%

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 69.6%, Platformer 16%, Singleplayer 11.7%, Story Rich 2.8%

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

Why similar: Visual Novel 20.9%, Mystery 19.2%, Point & Click 15.9%, Text-Based 13.8%, Detective 13.8%

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 21.2%, Mystery 18.6%, Text-Based 18.3%, Anime 3.7%

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 55.8%, Comedy 14.8%, Platformer 12.8%, Singleplayer 10.7%, Funny 5.9%

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 21.1%, Visual Novel 21%, Mystery 16.9%, Text-Based 14.6%, Hand-drawn 11.4%

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.5%, Psychological Horror 11%, Platformer 9.4%, Funny 9.2%, Singleplayer 8.6%

The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.6%, Psychological Horror 24.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Cute 8.3%, Anime 8.2%

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 56.7%, Platformer 33%, Singleplayer 10.4%

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 66.8%, Casual 13.7%, Anime 10.3%, Singleplayer 8.3%, Indie 0.9%

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

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.5%, Point & Click 27.5%, Mystery 27%, Funny 10.1%, Platformer 3.8%

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 28.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Anime 6.7%, Cute 3.5%

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 26.7%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Mystery 17.9%, Text-Based 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%

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 23.1%, Mystery 19.3%, Comedy 13.9%, Funny 8.6%

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 21.2%, Mystery 17.3%, Text-Based 12.8%, Point & Click 7.2%

Boodunnit?! is an adventure-sandbox game where you play as a ghost that has to solve the mystery of her own murder!

Why similar: Detective 34.5%, Mystery 20.5%, Comedy 18.4%, Casual 7.6%, Cute 5.4%

A humorous Point & Click murder mystery! Search a posh British mansion to find out "who-done-it" and prove young Nick's innocence! Did the butler do it? You better hope not because YOU'RE the butler!

Why similar: Point & Click 64.6%, Casual 31.7%, Indie 3.8%

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 45.8%, Mystery 25.9%, Anime 7.5%, Psychological Horror 6.4%, Casual 5.7%

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 18.7%, Mystery 12.8%, Comedy 11.2%

Famous detective Kosuke Kindaichi's first case, the Honjin Murder Mystery. Honjin descendant Kenzo Ichiyanagi and his new wife Katsuko Kubo lay dead in a bed of blood on the night of their wedding. Kosuke Kindaichi searches for the truth about this locked room murder mystery. However...

Why similar: Detective 29.1%, Visual Novel 23.1%, Mystery 20.5%, Text-Based 14.5%, Casual 5.8%

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 26.6%, Point & Click 18.9%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Mystery 17%, Comedy 9.3%

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 27.8%, Point & Click 22.3%, Comedy 13.2%, Mystery 11.4%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.

Why similar: Platformer 34.4%, Great Soundtrack 32.7%, Psychological Horror 21.9%, Singleplayer 11%

Explore the deepest SECRETs™ of the Tremendous Corporation®. Find out what happened to indie devs and save the gaming industry!

Why similar: Point & Click 33.6%, Comedy 20.9%, Mystery 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Hand-drawn 9.9%

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 33.4%, Comedy 19.7%, Funny 18.8%, Mystery 18%, Singleplayer 5.9%

~ ~ A Comedic Mystery Visual Novel with Relationship Building ~ ~ Play as a paranormal investigator hired by the paranormal to investigate! Search for a headless horseman's missing head before the night is over.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Mystery 16.2%, Comedy 15.4%, Funny 9.1%, Casual 9%

Jabberwock Island—You and your classmates were ready for fun in the sun until Monokuma returned to restart his murderous game! Trapped in a kill-or-be-killed situation, your only hope rests in solving the island’s mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 32.4%, Visual Novel 21.7%, Mystery 16.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Psychological Horror 6%

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 33.7%, Point & Click 23.2%, Mystery 17.4%, Comedy 10.9%, Funny 9.4%