Underplayed Gems

Detective Bloodphobia (2026)

Detective Bloodphobia cover
Developer
Gustav, LuB2an
Publisher
Gustav
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a deliberate, noir-tinged investigation where the protagonist's phobia adds tension to every clue.

noirmysteryvisual novelatmosphericslowtensecharacter-driven

What players say

Players describe it as a well-written short mystery visual novel with low puzzle difficulty and a unique, polished art style. Many wish the story were longer and are hoping for a sequel, though some feel the length is appropriate for the price.

Screenshots

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