The Best Mystery Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 2

Update : The 7th Guest Remake added at rank #40.
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Duck Detective: The Secret Salami (2024)

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Solving crime is no walk in the pond. You are a down-on-his-luck detective who also happens to be a duck. Use your powers of de-duck-tion to inspect evidence, fill in the blanks, and bust the case wide open, in a narrative mystery adventure where nothing is quite as it seems.


  • detective
  • mystery
  • noir
  • sausage
  • investigation
  • short
  • puzzle
  • point-and-click
  • cute
  • isometric

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Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins (2021)

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Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Android IOS iPhone

Enter the thrilling found-phone mystery of Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins and uncover the chilling truth before it's too late. Help solve cryptic puzzles and interact with authentic characters as you navigate through an eerie abandoned house. But watch out for the Weeping Angels! Immerse yourself in this unique blend of horror and sci-fi elements that will leave you wanting more.

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What we like:
  • Immersive storytelling
  • Challenging puzzles
  • Impressive graphics and sound design
  • Replay value
  • Unique blend of horror and sci-fi elements
What could be improved:
  • Short length compared to other games
  • No Steam achievements

  • mystery
  • horror
  • puzzle
  • sci-fi
  • interactive
  • simulacra
  • adventure
  • narrative
  • visual-novel
  • immersive
  • fiction
  • investigation
  • detective

13

Paradise Killer (2020)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Paradise Island, a world outside reality. There’s been a murder that only "investigation freak" Lady Love Dies can solve. Gather evidence and interrogate suspects in this open world adventure. You can accuse anyone, but you’ll have to prove your case in trial. It’s up to you to decide who’s guilty.

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  • crime
  • mystery
  • detective
  • open-world
  • exploration
  • psychedelic
  • investigation
  • visual-novel
  • first-person
  • surreal
  • multiple-endings
  • story
  • demons
  • choices
  • stylized

14

Caravan Sandwitch (2024)

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Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Embark on a journey across vast landscapes in Caravan SandWitch, a captivating narrative-driven exploration adventure.


  • exploration
  • 3d
  • post-apocalyptic
  • metroidvania
  • driving
  • fiction
  • 1980s
  • colourful
  • stylized
  • third-person
  • mystery
  • robots
  • futuristic
  • action-adventure
  • interactive

15

Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo (2025)

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Xbox One Xbox Series X PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS Linux

Use your wits, kindness, and maybe a good whack to gather clues, items, and evidence that will help the residents of Limbo move on. Untangling an afterlife is no easy feat, especially when you don’t have feet!


  • manipulation
  • emotional
  • time
  • stealth
  • detective
  • 2.5d
  • mystery
  • philosophical
  • exploration
  • scroller
  • heart-warming
  • stylized
  • colourful
  • linear
  • puzzle

16

Pentiment (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Pentiment can be seen as a educational game set in the 15th century, combining point-and-click adventure with role-playing elements and a branching narrative. It follows Andreas Mahler as he tries to clear his friend's name while uncovering the secrets of a small Bavarian town.


What we like:
  • Captivating story
  • Immersive atmosphere
  • Beautiful visuals and sound
  • Interesting characters and dialogue
  • Deep RPG elements and replayability
What could be improved:
  • Limited number of puzzles which are not particularly challenging

  • historical
  • narrative
  • medieval
  • mystery
  • rpg
  • choices
  • adventure
  • crime
  • story
  • book
  • detective
  • fiction
  • interactive
  • education
  • local

17

Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories (2023)

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Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Explore a charming, pixelated world filled to the brim with eccentric characters, criminals, and a plot as weird as it is cute. Comb every inch of Hog Town to collect clues, trail shady characters, and sneak your way through the seedy underworld. Enjoy more than 90 different electronic and jazz-inspired tracks from composer markeryjane.

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  • narrative
  • mystery
  • story-exploration
  • adventure
  • visual-novel
  • cute
  • roller-skates
  • exploration
  • classic
  • hamster
  • chiptune
  • retro
  • casual
  • zombies
  • colourmag-header-classic

18

The Centennial Case: A Shijima Story (2022)

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PC Windows Android Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone

Unravel the mysteries of death, and find the answers to life.A unique Mystery-Adventure Game:The Centennial Case: A Shijima Story


  • mystery
  • detective
  • drama
  • fmv
  • live-action
  • crime
  • choices
  • novelist

19

Beacon Pines (2022)

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Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One

Dive into the mysteries of Beacon Pines, a charming yet eerie adventure where you control the fate of the story. As Luka, you'll uncover hidden truths, meet memorable characters, and explore stunning hand-drawn landscapes. With multiple endings to discover, you'll be captivated by this immersive tale filled with surprising twists.


What we like:
  • Intriguing and creative story
  • Well-developed, memorable characters
  • Multiple endings based on your choices
  • Stunning hand-drawn art
  • Engaging gameplay mechanics
What could be improved:
  • The large number of characters can be overwhelming

  • choices
  • narrative
  • visual-novel
  • mystery
  • cute
  • cozy
  • adventure
  • narration
  • exploration
  • story
  • emotional
  • colourful
  • interactive
  • horror
  • conspiracy

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Bugsnax (2020)

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

Dive into the quirky world of Bugsnax! As a journalist, you'll explore the diverse Snaktooth Island, solve its mysteries, and capture 100 unique Bugsnax. With charming characters, engaging gameplay, and endless customization, you'll be captivated by this delightful adventure.


What we like:
  • Innovative creature-catching gameplay
  • Rich, immersive world with diverse biomes
  • Entertaining and distinct characters
  • Fun, fitting soundtrack
  • Engaging side quests and challenges
What could be improved:
  • None

  • puzzle
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • mystery
  • cute
  • muppet
  • story
  • first-person
  • discovery
  • colourful
  • horror
  • inventive
  • physics
  • comedy
  • controller-support

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