The Best Detective point-and-click adventure Games

Update : Loco Motive added at rank #9.
1

Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space (2021)

View Similar Games
88
Review score
Logo of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space

wii Xbox 360 PC Windows Playstation 3 Xbox One Nintendo Switch

The Freelance Police are back on the crime beat in a newly remastered version of their second episodic season. Zombies will dance. Mariachis will sing. A giant battle robot will trash the streets. And when their friends’ lives are at stake, Sam & Max will risk their very souls to set things right.


  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • episodic
  • puzzle
  • comedy
  • detective
  • funny
  • vampire
  • inventory
  • satire
  • cartoony
  • crime-fighting

2

Sam & Max Save the World (2020)

View Similar Games
88
Review score
Logo of Sam & Max Save the World Screenshot of Sam & Max Save the World Screenshot of Sam & Max Save the World Screenshot of Sam & Max Save the World

PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Xbox 360

Get ready to laugh and solve crimes with Sam and Max, the Freelance Police. This point-and-click adventure game has six hilarious episodes that will keep you engaged for hours. Follow the duo as they save the world from child stars who have been hypnotized and encounter weird and funny situations along the way. With clever puzzles and witty dialogue, Sam & Max Save the World is a must-play for fans of comedy and adventure games.


What we like:
  • Humorous and lovable characters
  • Clever puzzles
  • Great value for the price
What could be improved:
  • Some jokes have lost their relevance

  • episodic
  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • comedy
  • funny
  • detective
  • inventory
  • satire

3

Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption (2018)

View Similar Games
90
Review score
Logo of Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Screenshot of Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Screenshot of Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Screenshot of Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption

Playstation 5 j Playstation 4 Linux Mac OS Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption is a humorous fantasy role-playing adventure game by Lori and Corey Cole, creators of the acclaimed Quest for Glory series. As the Rogue Shawn O'Conner, players will make friends, explore a haunted castle, and use their Rogue skills for fun and profit.


  • point-and-click
  • dungeon
  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • rpg
  • adventure
  • turn-based
  • adventure
  • turn-based
  • isometric
  • isometric
  • combat
  • combat
  • steampunk
  • steampunk
  • pirates
  • pirates
  • retro
  • stealth
  • retro
  • choices
  • tactical
  • old-school
  • time-management
  • stealth
  • choices
  • tactical
  • old-school
  • story

4

The Wild Case (2021)

View Similar Games
87
Review score
Logo of The Wild Case Screenshot of The Wild Case Screenshot of The Wild Case Screenshot of The Wild Case

Linux Mac OS IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Embark on a journey to an eerie village shrouded in mystery in The Wild Case. Solve puzzles, negotiate with inhabitants, and uncover supernatural occurrences in this atmospheric adventure. With stunning hand-drawn graphics and haunting sound effects, immerse yourself in an open world that will keep you on edge. Unravel the secrets of the forgotten village if you dare.


What we like:
  • Short but well-rounded gameplay
  • Intriguing mystery with satisfying ending
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork
  • Atmospheric music and sound effects
  • Adequate price point
What could be improved:
  • Lack of motivation for replayability
  • Rough English translation
  • Story not frightening for adults

  • detective
  • point-and-click
  • puzzle
  • story
  • hand-drawn
  • adventure
  • atmospheric
  • text
  • supernatural
  • 2d
  • mystery
  • exploration
  • first-person
  • investigation
  • linear

5

BROK the InvestiGator (2022)

View Similar Games
86
Review score
Logo of BROK the InvestiGator Screenshot of BROK the InvestiGator Screenshot of BROK the InvestiGator Screenshot of BROK the InvestiGator

PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS

BROK the InvestiGator is an adventure game set in a futuristic cyberpunk city where humans have been replaced by animals and robots. Join Brok, a former boxer turned private detective, as he attempts to uncover a sinister plot while struggling with parenthood and providing for his deceased wife's son. Experience the fusion of point-and-click adventure and beat 'em up gameplay styles as you explore your surroundings, talk to NPCs and solve puzzles.


What we like:
  • Fully voiced cast
  • Seamless fusion of point-and-click and beat 'em up genres
  • Relatable story with heartfelt moments
  • Sherlock Holmes­-esque interrogation sequences
  • Multiple endings for replayability
What could be improved:
  • Some puzzles are too simple to work out
  • Some sequences drag on too long serving little purpose outside of padding out the runtime

  • point-and-click
  • detective
  • beat-em-up
  • cyberpunk
  • dystopian
  • adventure
  • soundtrack
  • choices
  • investigation
  • futuristic
  • fight
  • mystery
  • cartoony
  • puzzle
  • post-apocalyptic

6

The Darkside Detective (2017)

View Similar Games
86
Review score
Logo of The Darkside Detective Screenshot of The Darkside Detective Screenshot of The Darkside Detective Screenshot of The Darkside Detective

PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 stadia Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS IOS iPhone

Join Detectives McQueen and Dooley as they solve six different cases full of humour and great references in the town of Twin Lakes. With beautiful retro-style pixel graphics, this is a must play for lovers of cats, coffee and all kinds of videogames!


What we like:
  • Crisp and clean pixel graphics
  • Variety in music
  • Sense of satisfaction when solving a case
  • Humourous atmosphere
  • Great movie references
What could be improved:
  • Cases are straightforward
  • Not super challenging
  • No tries to scare you

  • point-and-click
  • detective
  • supernatural
  • pixel
  • adventure
  • funny
  • retro
  • mystery
  • puzzle
  • comedy

7

Syberia: The World Before (2022)

View Similar Games
82
Review score
Logo of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before

PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X

Syberia: The World Before is a stunning point-and-click adventure game that will transport you to an alternate reality European city. You'll switch back and forth between two protagonists, solving challenging puzzles and uncovering a captivating story filled with themes of identity and reflection.


What we like:
  • Captivating storytelling with impressive graphics and audio
  • Engaging and challenging puzzles with a hint system
  • Stunning environments and music
  • Suitable for both newcomers and longtime fans
What could be improved:
  • The navigation system can be frustrating
  • Occasional low-resolution textures and grammatical errors in the subtitles
  • One of the main characters can be unlikable due to her actions and lack of responsibility

  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • steampunk
  • mystery
  • cinematic
  • story
  • graphic
  • investigation
  • narration
  • narrative
  • third-person
  • emotional
  • detective
  • historical

8

Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition (2015)

View Similar Games
90
Review score
Logo of Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition Screenshot of Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition Screenshot of Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition Screenshot of Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers 20th Anniversary Edition

Mac OS IOS iPhone dos PC Windows

Revisit of one of adventure gaming’s greatest classics by master storyteller Jane Jensen! Struggling bookstore owner Gabriel Knight investigates the sinister Voodoo Murders in New Orleans, discovering the secrets of his family history and unfolding his destiny in this tale of horror and suspense.


  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • remake
  • mystery
  • puzzle
  • detective
  • novel
  • classic
  • inventory
  • supernatural
  • graphic

9

Loco Motive (2024)

View Similar Games
83
Review score
Logo of Loco Motive Screenshot of Loco Motive Screenshot of Loco Motive Screenshot of Loco Motive

Nintendo Switch PC Windows

On the Reuss Express a passenger has been murdered, and you’re the prime suspects. Uncover a thrilling mystery and solve satisfying point and click puzzles to prove your innocence! A slapstick adventure, packed full of deadly surprises, shocking twists and larger than life characters!


  • point-and-click
  • detective
  • mystery
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • pixel
  • comedy
  • crime
  • trains
  • investigation
  • funny

10

Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered (2021)

View Similar Games
82
Review score
Logo of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered Screenshot of Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space Remastered

Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One

Embark on a hilarious adventure with Sam & Max, the quirky crime-fighting duo, in this remastered version of Telltale's second season. Solve challenging puzzles, explore unexpected places, and interact with eccentric characters. With updated graphics and enhanced audio, this interactive story promises hours of laughter and fun.

Buy

What we like:
  • Engaging point & click gameplay
  • Stimulates your brain
  • Exciting and relevant story
  • Enhanced graphics and audio
  • Optional driving mini-games
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Over-the-top absurdity
  • Mediocre soundtrack

  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • episodic
  • puzzle
  • comedy
  • zombies
  • vampire
  • boxing
  • inventory
  • detective
  • funny
  • conundrum
  • classic
  • bogart

Not seeing your game?