Underplayed Gems

Methods: The Illusion Murders (2024)

Methods: The Illusion Murders cover
Developer
LockedOn Games
Publisher
Erabit
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.4 of 5, 98 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 42 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A mystery visual novel where you examine evidence through short puzzles in a race to stop a serial killer.

mysteriousstory-driveninteractivepuzzlinginvestigativetensefree

What players say

Players describe this as a free, short visual novel focused on character Red July, with a unique art style and an impossible illusion murder puzzle. Some say the detective logic is weak, and the experience depends heavily on whether its style clicks with you.

Screenshots

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