The Darkest Files (2025)
- Developer
- Paintbucket Games
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie, Simulation
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 707 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 9.1 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tense, atmospheric investigation game where you sift through clues and interrogate suspects in a dark historical setting, with choices that shape the story.
atmosphericinvestigativetensestory-richnonlinearnoirhistoricalpuzzle-heavy
What players say
Players praise the respectful handling of real Nazi-era cases and the emotional weight of the story. The investigation mechanics, especially exploring witness memories, are well received. However, many wish it were longer and some find the hidden object segments frustrating or hard to spot.
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