Methods: The Detective Competition (2020)
- Developer
- LockedOn Games
- Publisher
- Erabit, LockedOn Games
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Casual, Indie, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.6 of 5, 733 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 10 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
The catalog in 3D
The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.
How it feels
A lighthearted visual novel where you solve simple mysteries through multiple-choice questions, with a darkly humorous premise about detectives and criminals competing for a prize.
investigativestory richlight humorcasualanimefemale protagonistdarkly funnytext heavy
What players say
Players enjoy the large, distinct cast and witty writing, calling it a character-driven visual novel rather than a challenging detective game. Mysteries are straightforward and take a backseat to the ensemble interactions, though some feel the cast is too big for any character to develop fully. Fans of Snake's Life and red July will find similar energy.
Screenshots
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