Best Mystery games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated mystery games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free mystery games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope
Trapped and isolated in the abandoned town of Little Hope, 4 college students and their teacher must escape the nightmarish apparitions that relentlessly pursue them through an impenetrable fog.
The Case Book of Arne
A vampire and a girl... who are they? The two of them have a secret and solve a strange case... In a world where paranormal activity takes place, "Player" solves a case in which a non-human becomes a suspect. Such a "detective adventure" is coming to STEAM.
Transient: Extended Edition
H.P. Lovecraft meets Cyberpunk. Delve deep into a dystopian world and investigate what is happening to you and your friends in a domed city. Solve puzzles, hack systems and plug in to explore other dimensions. Discover a truth that might tear apart your sanity and question your very existence.
Penko Park
Snap pictures of spooky creatures & explore an abandoned wildlife park.
Murder House
A local news team breaks into an abandoned house to chase a salacious ghost story... until a MANIAC chases them! ...VHS era 80's slasher. PS1 style survival horror!
Manifold Garden
Rediscover gravity and explore an Escher-esque world of impossible architecture. Witness infinity in first-person and master its rules to solve physics-defying puzzles. Cultivate a garden to open new paths forward, where an eternal expanse awaits.
Amnesia: Rebirth
A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.
The Horror Of Salazar House
Will you solve the mystery of the Salazar manor or will you become another permanent inhabitant? An Italian horror inspired adventure game!
Lucifer Within Us
Solve 3 increasingly intricate murders by examining the evidence -- find the motive, the means, and the opportunity. Use testimonies of the suspects as evidence by examining every detail for contradictions... and signs of sin. Purify the possessed. Purge the daemons.
Cube Escape Collection
In this classic point-and-click adventure anthology you follow the path of Dale and Laura and other famous Rusty lake characters such as Mr. Crow and Mr. Owl. The series will be updated, preserved and bundled to survive the end of the Flash Games era.
Palindrome Syndrome: Escape Room
You wake up in a spaceship with no memories. In this escape room with a sci-fi setting you will have to investigate your past solving different puzzles. Will you be able to discover what happened to you and how did you get there?
Werewolf: The Apocalypse — Heart of the Forest
Explore the myths and monsters of Europe’s last primeval wilderness. Play as Maia, who arrives at the ancient Białowieża Forest looking to explore her family history. Discover Rage in an adventure game inspired by the experience of the legendary tabletop roleplaying game Werewolf: The Apocalypse.
ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE
Thanks to the rising popularity of the PhoneDroid—a device which features augmented reality (A.R.)—the age of advanced technology has finally reached Tanegashima. On that island, Central Tanegashima High's "Robot Research Club" is about to have their club disbanded.
The Test: Final Revelation
The third chapter in The Test Trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover who you really are as a person. The Final Revelation is upon us... but are you sure you TRULY want the answers you seek?
Scarlet Hollow — Episode 1
The free-to-play first episode of a horror-mystery game with dark humor and hand-drawn art by Black Tabby Games. Note — we are retiring this store page. While the build here is still up-to-date, please download the DEMO from the main Scarlet Hollow store page. Thank you and have fun!
Gordian Rooms 1: A curious heritage
Gordian Rooms: A Curious Heritage is a Victorian escape game, where you solve various puzzles in your late uncle’s mansion in the hope of obtaining his legacy.
Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia is a 4 player online co-op psychological horror. Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.
The Unfinished Swan
From the creators of What Remains of Edith Finch. Enter the surreal world of The Unfinished Swan and explore a mysterious, hidden kingdom by splatting paint to reveal the world around you.
Paradise Killer
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.
Metel - Horror Escape
Metel - Horror Escape is a first-person 3D game in the quest, horror genre. Welcome to the home of an insane maniac hungry for new blood and suffering! You are a victim in his hands. Be careful trying to find a way out. The maniac should not notice your escape attempt.
9-nine-:Episode 3
9-nine-: Episode 3 is the latest chapter in this series of supernatural mystery visual novels with the focus now shifted towards a new heroine, Haruka Kosaka.
Tell Me Why
Tell Me Why is the multi-award winning episodic adventure game from Dontnod Entertainment in which twins use their supernatural bond to discover the truth of their troubled past.
Most played mystery games on Steam
Take a look at the top mystery games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 03rd 2025.
1. Blue Prince
Welcome to Mt. Holly, where every dawn unveils a new mystery. Navigate through shifting corridors and ever-changing chambers in this genre-defying strategy puzzle adventure. But will your unpredictable path lead you to the rumored Room 46? Blue Prince is a puzzle, exploration and mystery game developed by Dogubomb and published by Raw Fury. Released on April 10th 2025 has received 5,178 reviews of which 4,430 were positive and 748 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played mystery game, thanks to its 9,158 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.3
4,430
748
9,158
players
2. Outer Wilds
Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop. Outer Wilds is a exploration, space and mystery game developed by Mobius Digital and published by Annapurna Interactive. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 82,852 reviews of which 79,273 were positive and 3,579 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 880 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among mystery games based on player count.
9.4
79,273
3,579
880
players
3. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a detective, visual novel and story rich game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on April 09th 2019 has received 36,833 reviews of which 35,964 were positive and 869 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 503 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among mystery games based on player count.
9.6
35,964
869
503
players
4. Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
Jabberwock Island—You and your classmates were ready for fun in the sun until Monokuma returned to restart his murderous game! Trapped in a kill-or-be-killed situation, your only hope rests in solving the island’s mysteries. Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair is a anime, detective and visual novel game developed by Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. and Abstraction Games and published by Spike Chunsoft Co. and Ltd.. Released on April 18th 2016 has received 26,410 reviews of which 25,428 were positive and 982 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 240 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played mystery games.
9.4
25,428
982
240
players
5. Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger. Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc is a anime, visual novel and mystery game developed by Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. and Abstraction Games and published by Spike Chunsoft Co. and Ltd.. Released on February 18th 2016 has received 30,180 reviews of which 28,987 were positive and 1,193 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 230 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played mystery games.
9.4
28,987
1,193
230
players
6. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage
Embark on a new narrative journey by the creators of Life is Strange. Film your summer of 1995 and create memories of a lifetime with your new friends. 27 years later, confront the dark secrets that made you all promise to never speak again after that fateful summer. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is a lgbtq+, choices matter and female protagonist game developed and published by DON'T NOD. Released on February 18th 2025 has received 3,234 reviews of which 2,862 were positive and 372 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 206 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played mystery games.
8.5
2,862
372
206
players
7. Cube Escape Collection
In this classic point-and-click adventure anthology you follow the path of Dale and Laura and other famous Rusty lake characters such as Mr. Crow and Mr. Owl. The series will be updated, preserved and bundled to survive the end of the Flash Games era. Cube Escape Collection is a puzzle, point & click and mystery game developed and published by Rusty Lake. Released on October 14th 2020 has received 6,545 reviews of which 6,429 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 188 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played mystery games.
9.5
6,429
116
188
players
8. Firewatch
Firewatch is a single-player first-person mystery set in the Wyoming wilderness, where your only emotional lifeline is the person on the other end of a handheld radio. Firewatch is a adventure, atmospheric and story rich game developed by Campo Santo and published by Campo Santo and Panic. Released on February 09th 2016 has received 89,582 reviews of which 80,993 were positive and 8,589 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 182 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played mystery games.
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80,993
8,589
182
players
9. Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
Miles Edgeworth's dramatic turnabouts take center stage! Experience both Ace Attorney Investigations games in one gorgeous collection! Investigate crime scenes and solve tough, intriguing cases through logic and deduction. When Edgeworth's past and present collide, his future begins! Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is a adventure, investigation and mystery game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on September 05th 2024 has received 2,938 reviews of which 2,854 were positive and 84 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 159 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played mystery games.
9.3
2,854
84
159
players
10. The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles
Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke. The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is a visual novel, adventure and detective game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on July 26th 2021 has received 8,041 reviews of which 7,578 were positive and 463 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 140 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played mystery games.
9.1
7,578
463
140
players
Best deals on mystery games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of mystery games available on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted mystery games.
1. The Wild Eight
The Wild Eight is an intense survival action-adventure set in the frozen wilderness of Alaska. Team up with friends in online co-op or go solo, explore the mysterious land, craft weapons and fight to live another day. The Wild Eight is a survival, open world survival craft and multiplayer game developed by Eight Points and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on October 03rd 2019 has received 7,885 reviews of which 5,402 were positive and 2,483 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for mystery category.
6.7
5,402
2,483
-95%
23.40€
1.17€
2. The Forgotten City
The Forgotten City is a narrative-driven time loop adventure in ancient Rome. Discover the ruins of an ancient underground city, travel 2000 years into the past, and unravel the mystery of who destroyed it by cleverly exploiting the power to wind back time. The fate of the city is in your hands. The Forgotten City is a adventure, time travel and mystery game developed by Modern Storyteller and published by Dear Villagers. Released on July 28th 2021 has received 11,325 reviews of which 10,881 were positive and 444 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in mystery games.
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10,881
444
-94%
23.00€
1.38€
3. Escape From Mystwood Mansion
In this first-person puzzle escape room game, you are trapped in the mysterious Mystwood mansion. Explore the mansion and find hidden compartments while solving puzzles and deciphering codes to find a way out. Will you escape or linger to uncover the mansion's final secret? Escape From Mystwood Mansion is a escape room, puzzle and cozy game developed and published by Lost Sock Studio. Released on September 27th 2023 has received 880 reviews of which 827 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in mystery games.
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827
53
-93%
16.29€
1.14€
4. Yesterday Origins
John Yesterday becomes immortal following an occult ritual. However, not everything goes to plan. He and his girlfriend Pauline must embark on an investigation to try to reproduce the immortality ritual. But his former acquaintances have other plans for him... Yesterday Origins is a adventure, point & click and violent game developed by Pendulo Studios and published by Microids. Released on November 10th 2016 has received 685 reviews of which 568 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for mystery games.
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568
117
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14.29€
1.00€
5. GET EVEN
Take a deep breath... Try to remember: a girl, a chair, a bomb. Just keep... calm. Follow the voice into the depths of you memory. Relax... and search for the darkest memories in the deepest recesses of your mind. Can you find her? The clock is ticking... And this is just a part of the treatment. GET EVEN is a action, psychological horror and mystery game developed by The Farm 51 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on June 20th 2017 has received 1,731 reviews of which 1,311 were positive and 420 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for mystery games.
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1,311
420
-93%
29.57€
2.07€
6. SCP: Secret Files
SCP: Secret Files is a collection of paranormal cases from the SCP Foundation, an organization tasked with containing dangerous anomalies. You join as an assistant researcher for Dr. Raymond Hamm and complete a strenuous induction program that will make you question everything you know. SCP: Secret Files is a adventure, story rich and psychological horror game developed by GameZoo Studio and published by Pixmain. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 4,778 reviews of which 4,233 were positive and 545 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for mystery games.
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4,233
545
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
7. The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a first-person story-driven mystery. Purchase this game to get both the original and the Unreal Engine 4 remaster called The Vanishing of Ethan Carter Redux. The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a mystery, atmospheric and detective game developed and published by The Astronauts. Released on September 25th 2014 has received 8,820 reviews of which 7,794 were positive and 1,026 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for mystery games.
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7,794
1,026
-90%
19.20€
1.92€
8. Murdered: Soul Suspect
MURDERED: SOUL SUSPECT™ takes players into a whole new realm of mystery where the case is personal and the clues just out of reach, challenging gamers to solve the hardest case of all… their own murder. Murdered: Soul Suspect is a detective, adventure and mystery game developed by Airtight Games and published by Square Enix. Released on June 05th 2014 has received 16,573 reviews of which 14,209 were positive and 2,364 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for mystery games.
8.4
14,209
2,364
-90%
19.30€
1.93€
9. Black Mirror III
Help Darren continue his search to uncover his clouded past. What do his torturous nightmares really mean? Who is the mysterious person that posted the bail to set him free? What demons lie waiting in the crypt? Black Mirror III is a adventure, point & click and horror game developed by Cranberry Production and published by THQ Nordic. Released on April 03rd 2014 has received 493 reviews of which 438 were positive and 55 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for mystery games.
8.3
438
55
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
10. The Guest
'The Guest' is a gloomy adventure full of enigmas where the exploration of your surroundings comes to prominence; puzzles, secrets and riddles will help you discover who has locked you in this somber hotel room and most importantly, why. The Guest is a indie, puzzle and adventure game developed by Team Gotham and published by 505 Games. Released on March 10th 2016 has received 891 reviews of which 666 were positive and 225 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for mystery games.
7.2
666
225
-90%
9.99€
0.99€
Free mystery games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play mystery games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play mystery games.
1. Cube Escape: Paradox
The tenth Cube Escape follows the story of detective Dale Vandermeer who finds himself trapped in two different universes and needs to escape. Cube Escape: Paradox will be released together with the accompanying Paradox: A Rusty Lake Film. Cube Escape: Paradox is a puzzle, free to play and psychological horror game developed and published by Rusty Lake. Released on September 20th 2018 has received 10,317 reviews of which 10,035 were positive and 282 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 138 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free mystery games on Steam.
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10,035
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138
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2. Unsolved Case
A new lead turns up old doubts about an 'Unsolved Case'. A trap, or a copycat killer? In this co-op puzzle game prequel to the award-winning Cryptic Killer series, put on your detective badges as you collaborate and communicate to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and catch the Cryptic Killer. Unsolved Case is a online co-op, puzzle and escape room game developed and published by Eleven Puzzles. Released on November 24th 2022 has received 5,501 reviews of which 4,867 were positive and 634 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
8.6
4,867
634
58
players
3. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure! The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is a visual novel, free to play and point & click game developed and published by SEGA. Released on March 31st 2023 has received 23,432 reviews of which 22,781 were positive and 651 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
9.5
22,781
651
40
players
4. Aurora Hills: Chapter 1
Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is the first part in series of point and click puzzle adventure games. Follow the journey of Ethan Hill, a park ranger tasked with investigating strange disappearances from the region to uncover the mystery of Aurora Hills! Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a adventure, puzzle and mystery game developed and published by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd.. Released on April 20th 2024 has received 2,433 reviews of which 2,328 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
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2,328
105
25
players
5. Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.1 Onikakushi
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story. Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.1 Onikakushi is a visual novel, mystery and anime game developed by 07th Expansion and published by MangaGamer. Released on May 15th 2015 has received 5,232 reviews of which 5,036 were positive and 196 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
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5,036
196
20
players
6. United heist
Your crew consists of two elite thieves. A client hires you to steal a mysterious item. One handles intel; the other infiltrates. Choose your roles and master the heist in this asymmetric co-op puzzle game. United heist is a co-op campaign, puzzle and adventure game developed and published by No more Sleep. Released on February 12th 2023 has received 1,760 reviews of which 1,456 were positive and 304 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
7.9
1,456
304
17
players
7. 买个可乐饼吧！ - Buy a Croquette!
March 2012, Nagano. The smart and brave high school girl, Chio Aozora, is facing a major crisis: she has no money to buy a croquette! Navigate through the streets and alleys of Nagano, interact with a variety of characters, solve complex puzzles, collect 380 yen in coins, and buy a croquette! 买个可乐饼吧！ - Buy a Croquette! is a rpgmaker, mystery and sci-fi game developed by 越青 and published by Eternal Dream. Released on April 27th 2024 has received 4,170 reviews of which 4,133 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
9.5
4,133
37
11
players
8. Dark Nights
Nothing is as it seems. Dark Nights is a otome, visual novel and adventure game developed and published by Pinlin. Released on October 31st 2022 has received 340 reviews of which 310 were positive and 30 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
8.4
310
30
5
players
9. Porcelain Tales
Collect, run and be a pain in the porcelain Porcelain Tales is a mystery, magic and adventure game developed and published by Oohoo Studio. Released on February 04th 2022 has received 489 reviews of which 407 were positive and 82 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
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407
82
5
players
10. Lucid9: Inciting Incident
Lucid9 is a visual novel focused on a web of intricate mysteries set in the fictional 2018 metropolis of Isamu. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is the first part of the story, focused on a string of disappearances that occur at a prestigious, uppity boarding academy. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is a free to play, visual novel and anime game developed and published by Fallen Snow Studios. Released on April 14th 2016 has received 1,036 reviews of which 936 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free mystery games on Steam.
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936
100
2
players