Do you think of yourself as a bit of a Sherlock Holmes? Well, why not try your hand at cracking some intriguing mysteries then? From murders to disappearances and other puzzle adventures, there is no end to the criminal cases you can help crack. Put on your thinking cap and escape into these best detective games for iPhone and iPad.
- Detective Games: Criminal Case
- Find Differences: Detective
- Criminal Case
- Clue: The Classic Mystery Game
- Adventure Escape: Cult Mystery
- Time Trap: Seek and Find Games
- Detective Jackie – Mystic Case
- Detective Story: Jack’s Case
- Mystery Manor
1. Detective Games: Criminal Case
It’s the year 2049, and crime is spreading rapidly. Your task is to help the police by analyzing crime scenes, collecting clues, and finding the culprit. Do you have what it takes to crack the criminal case?
There are different mystery modes and murders to solve where you have a limited number of attempts before the killer manages to escape. You will have to put your mind to the test to find the hidden objects in the game, crack the clues, identify the suspects, etc. The gameplay is gripping, and there are not too many ads, so it will keep you engaged.
Price: Free
2. Find Differences: Detective
If you loved the classic “spot the differences” games as a child, you would enjoy this light-hearted detective game. It’s got 36 cases to be resolved and 360 levels with over 2000+ differences to spot. This ensures that you’re always challenged to something new.
As each case involves a smart fugitive, your job as a detective officer will be filled with hurdles and, of course, an occasional burst of surprises. You need to find five clues in a short time to solve a case. Don’t worry; the game offers some hints to help you get rid of hurdles. But make sure not to overuse them.
Price: Free (In-app Purchases start from $0.99)
3. Criminal Case
Here’s a captivating hidden object, adventure game where you need to investigate crime scenes for clues, question the suspects, and analyze evidence to catch the killers.
Help the police by working your way through investigating crime scenes in a grim and corrupt city. Examine clues, interrogate witnesses and suspects, and bring the killer to justice.
Price: Free (In-app Purchases start from $0.99)
4. Clue: The Classic Mystery Game
Here’s a mystery board game that will keep you digging for clues. You can play by yourself against players worldwide or with friends and family in private multiplayer mode.
Work your detective skills and puzzle your way to the solution. The aim is to roll the dice to make your way around the mansion and ask the right questions to figure out who murdered Mr. Boddy.
Price: $4.99
5. Adventure Escape: Cult Mystery
It’s time to go undercover and get the scoop on a mysterious cult to save your friend in this popular escape game. You will have to use your smarts to solve puzzles and break into the cult.
Along the way, you will encounter other cult members and decide who is friend or foe. Explore the cult grounds and uncover the mysterious past that will lead you to rescue your friend.
Price: Free (In-app Purchases start from $1.99)
6. Time Trap: Seek and Find Games
Immerse yourself in the mystery of the post-apocalyptic world and investigate why a journalist went missing. There are 55 realistic post-apocalyptic scenes to explore and 37 game locations to find hidden items and solve puzzles.
The best part is that the game is truly free, and you can enjoy the whole adventure without any required purchases. Explore the empty corridors of an abandoned city, searching for the missing person you have to rescue him from oblivion.
Price: Free (Ads Free – $0.99)
7. Detective Jackie – Mystic Case
Here’s an addictive detective game for iPhone and iPad that involves a mythological painting with ominous secrets. You’re Detective Jackie and have to dive into the details to solve a young girl’s murder.
You will have to put your detective’s instincts to the test and follow the trail of clues through 60 story levels. Infiltrate eight exciting locations. Interrogate the suspects and determine who is truly guilty.
Price: Free (In-app Purchases start from $1.99)
8. Detective Story: Jack’s Case
An exciting storyline awaits you in this mysterious game in which the goal is to solve quests and look for hidden objects. But be careful and don’t try to rush because some of the quests are tougher than you’d think.
The game boasts detailed pictures and textures for an engaging experience. The objects look realistic, and even small details like hidden figures are easily discernible. You can interact with more than 30 characters, and your communication skills will be crucial for cracking this case.
Price: Free (In-app Purchases start from $0.99)
9. Mystery Manor
Step into a stunning yet spooky world with this hidden objects game that will spark your interest from the get-go. Your task is to explore the manor and find the different objects to solve the mystery.
Along the way, you’ll meet fascinating creatures and uncover hidden artifacts. There are also secret rooms to explore and intriguing puzzles to crack. The best part is that the game works offline, too, so you can enjoy it on the go. Several mini-games add to the fun!
Price: Free
Summing Up!
So which are your favorite detective games for iPhone and iPad? Share your recommendations in the comments below. You might also like to check out some strategy games to work out your brain further.
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