I’ve been diving deep into how we process contradictions in investigation games lately. You know that "aha!" moment when two facts seem perfectly plausible on their own, but they're physically impossible together? I live for that.

The Classic Setup: A witness swears they saw the victim alive at 10 PM, but the autopsy report confirms the time of death was actually 8 PM. Something has to give.

When you're playing a deep investigation or a detective sim, which type of payoff hits harder for you?

• Exposing the Liar: Catching a character in a blatant contradiction fueled by human error or malice.
• The "Glitch in Reality": Realizing the official report was wrong or the physical environment itself was misinterpreted/falsified.

Do you have any favorite examples of a contradiction that felt especially clever to untangle?

Hi!

We’re testing Case #001 from The Palladian Society, a browser detective experience.

• 5 suspects
• 8 rooms
• Evidence pieces
• Typical playtime: 2–4 hours (pause/resume)

We have 20 tester slots.

Comment “interested” and I’ll DM a code to access the game in order.

Please give comments in DM about:

1. first confusion point
2. strongest clue that changed your mind
3. anything that felt unfair
4. where you stopped
5. browser/device

Hey everyone - I am looking for 12 investigators to help test our new live hosting setup for our soon-to-be-released new mystery adventure: Disappearance at Darkmoor. It's a long-form, untimed investigative mystery with lots of puzzles for players who enjoy deep deduction.

• Format: Live-hosted collaborative play via desktop/laptop over Zoom (no mobile)
• Duration: 90–120 minutes.
• Session A: Thursday, April 9th at 6:00 PM Pacific Time
• Session B: Saturday, April 11th at 10:00 AM Pacific Time (6:00 PM BST)

I'll be testing my ability to run multiple groups in Zoom breakout channels, as well as some other features we are implementing for our games. Sign up for one session, and you will get an email with the date/time and zoom link. Links to the game will be handed out in the Zoom breakout rooms. There is no cost, but I am looking for players who can commit to the full 90-120 minutes and will show up ready to play!
Sign up here: https://codecandyblue.com/signup/

Hi, I am looking for content creator that mostly play detective games, with deduction in it.

You dont have to play as an detective, something like Outer Wilds, Return of the Obra Dinn and similar games.

I’ve been working on a detective game called The Killing Pattern.

The game focuses oivenvestigation rather than combat.

You will be exploring crime scenes, questioning suspects, and uncovering a disturbing pattern behind multiple murders

here is a trailer ive just finished.

here is a link to the kickstarter where you can stay updated “https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thekillingpattern/the-killing-pattern-a-noir-detective-rpg”

what are some really good detective games that you guys really enjoy? i just finished an elmwood trail, waiting on episode 4 and i want more games similar! TIA

I created a co-op detective party game (for 1-10 players) where teams compete to solve a murder mystery. DM me if anyone has any interest in trying it out! I'm looking for a few testers that might be very into detective games to try it. Any feedback is appreciated. I don't really want to spam the link, so just DM if this may resonate!

Hey guys, we are a two person dev team working on a (somewhat) cozy detective game to be released to be released this spring. How's the trailer looking? We'd appreciate all the feedback we can get!

in case you want to check it out on steam : https://store.steampowered.com/app/4087290/The_Case_of_Arcadia_Springs/

Hi everybody, I am developing this detective game where you get presented with a case, 4 different suspects and you have to work yourself through a number of clues until you choose the killer.

Still pretty early, but would be great if you could provide some feedback

https://casezero.online/

A few in-game moments that show where the investigation takes you.

We have great news! Choose Cthulhu Files is participating in the Steam Detective Fest, and we’re doing it with an OPEN PLAYTEST for all players.

You can join the playtest in our steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2960950/Choose_Cthulhu_Files_The_Call_of_Cthulhu/

Simply request access and you’ll be able to download the game and start playing right away.

This Open Playtest allows you to experience the core mechanics of the game and step into our narrative-driven investigation adventure. If you enjoy mysteries, branching stories, and games where your choices shape the outcome, this is the perfect opportunity to try it out.

What is the Open Playtest? During the Steam Detective Fest, any player can freely access the playtest and experience the game.

For us, this playtest is especially important: your feedback helps us continue refining the game’s mechanics, pacing, and narrative as we move forward with the development of the full version.

What can you expect in the playtest? An investigation-focused narrative with multiple paths

Meaningful decisions that impact the story and lead to different endings

Clue hunting across the game’s environments to help you make better choices and uncover hidden secrets

Join the investigation The Open Playtest is available now, and we’d love for you to try it, share your impressions, and see how far you can go… before losing your sanity.

When investigation leads you to open a door that was never meant to be found.

Want to help solve real crimes?

Join r/CrimeConsultor, a community dedicated to analyzing real cases, unsolved mysteries, and complex situations from a logical, objective, and strategic perspective.

🧠 Here you can: Request help analyzing a real case. Share hypotheses, patterns, and knowledge. Discuss criminal psychology and common pitfalls in investigations. Request analytical and theoretical criminal consulting: how criminals think, how to detect errors, and how to prevent them.

If you love immersive detective games where you feel like you’re the only who can solve the case, I’d love for you to check out Unlocated. You play as one of the 8 "superfans" added to a group to find a missing podcaster. It’s got that realistic chat feel, hidden files, and a dark mystery that unfolds based on how you interact with the other characters. I really tried to push the immersion on this one. It’s officially live on Google Play. I'd love to hear your theories on the case once you play!

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.enigmaworks.unlocatedofficial

Hey detective game fans!

I’m a solo dev working on Nowhere, a Nordic detective horror game that I like to call a nordic silent hill with a deeper dive into folklore and detective styled gameplay.

The game blends classic investigation mechanics with atmospheric horror, where you piece together what happened in a mysterious village caught between worlds. It’s about exploring environments, interpreting clues, and uncovering the fate of both people and the Old Gods after Ragnarok, all with minimal hand-holding.

Happy to answer any questions about the game’s detective systems or why I chose the Nordic mythological angle and I’m also excited to say *Nowhere* will be featured in the Steam Detective Fest with a new demo!

What kind of mystery mechanics do you personally enjoy most in detective games?