Tokyo Detectives (2021)

Developer: Rincho Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Free To Play, Indie
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 59 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 56 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You methodically gather clues and question witnesses in a serious, procedural murder investigation.

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What players say

Players praise the detective story and character dynamic but are sharply divided on the monetization. Many call the free-to-play tag misleading because the case stops at a paywall, with the rest requiring DLC. Frequent complaints include rough English translations and crashes, while some recommend it as a cheap alternative to Ace Attorney.

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