8 investigation games for PC and consoles

You don’t have to look far if you want to take on the role of someone conducting some kind of investigation in games. From names like Sherlock Holmes to The Dark Knight, there are many titles that reveal mysteries and moments of tension in which intelligence needs to be harnessed even more. Check list with 8 investigation games for PC and consoles…

1. Numerical murder

An investigation game that combines puzzle style. Picross with intelligence and interrogation. Murder by numbers was developed by Mediatonic Studio. The story follows the protagonist Honor Mizrahi, an actress who becomes involved in a murder and conspiracy. She begins an investigation and does her best to clear her name by meeting characters who may or may not be allies.

• Release date: March 5, 2020
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia

2. Batman: Origins of Arkham

The action takes place several years before the main events of the series. Arkham, Batman: Origins of Arkham Batman confronts 8 villains who come to his city with the intention of killing him. Even with a lot of action, there are times when the hero needs to investigate crime scenes to show the reasons why he is considered the greatest detective in the world.

• Release date: October 25, 2013
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Wii U, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

3. The wolf among us

Based on the DC / Vertigo comic series, The wolf among us sends good old Lobo Evil on a journey full of iconic characters and difficult mysteries. The investigative game was first released as episodes, eventually reaching consoles and PCs in full. The art and the very well written dialogues are worth highlighting.

• Release date: October 11, 2013
• Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox 360, Xbox One

4. LA Noire

Black is an investigation game set in the city of Los Angeles in 1947. You play as a police officer who gradually climbs the career ladder, solving various crimes in different divisions of the American police. There are many parts where it is necessary to collect evidence, interrogate witnesses and suspects, and prosecute criminals. The theme is like movies noir from the 40s and 50s.

• Release date: May 17, 2011
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4

5. Disco Elysium

The gameplay is very similar to board role-playing games, Disco Elysium puts the chief detective on a murder investigation as he needs to recover from emotional trauma. The highlight of the work is intense dialogues and decisions that affect both the game world and the characters. For fans of crime reading, this is a full plate.

• Release date: October 15, 2019
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4

6. Highway

Developed by the independent studio EggNut, Highway this is the last game on this list. this is an adventure noir in which the main character is a humanoid raccoon who conducts various investigations, entering an ever-growing and dangerous mystery. Gameplay brings genre elements point and click at the same time, it gives the player the need for a lot of research and conversations with other characters.

• Release date: June 8, 2021
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4

7. Leighton’s Mysterious Journey: Katriel and the Millionaire’s Conspiracy.

Following most of the formula set by the series Professor Leighton, this investigation game introduces the character’s daughter into a series of puzzles to solve. Its gameplay is intuitive and includes many puzzles that revolve around the narrative of the adventure. This is the kind of game that can be enjoyed in small doses as the player unravels all the secrets of an exciting story.

• Release date: November 8, 2019
• Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo 3DS

8. Sherlock Holmes: crimes and punishments.

Playing for the legend of Sherlock Holmes is one of the heights of the investigation. V Sherlock Holmes: Crime and Punishment, the character sees himself working on six things that may or may not have some relationship during the game. Everything is based on original stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of the iconic explorer.

• Release date: March 5, 2020
• Platforms: Windows, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia

Investigation games offer a rich narrative full of twists and turns and interesting characters. Which game did I miss on the list above? Leave your suggestions in the comments!

With information: PC gamer…

8 investigation games for PC and consoles