10 Fun and Cozy Mystery Games

Dive into the world of cozy mysteries with these 10 fun and engaging mystery games. Perfect for fans of whodunits and charming settings, each game offers a delightful mix of puzzles, intriguing stories, and captivating characters.

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I’ve always been a sucker for a good mystery, especially the kind that pairs intriguing puzzles with charming, cozy settings. These 10 mystery games have captured my attention, each offering a unique blend of engaging storytelling and fun gameplay. Happy gaming!

10 Cozy Mystery Games

Professor Layton Series

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Solve puzzles and uncover mysteries with the charming Professor Layton and his apprentice Luke. The game’s beautiful art style and intriguing storylines make it a perfect cozy mystery experience.

Available on: Nintendo Switch

Nancy Drew Adventure Series

A person in a red and white dress with a bow stands in front of a decorated wall and a countertop with a cat motif. The text "Nancy Drew: Shadow at the Water's Edge" is visible in the top left corner.

Step into the shoes of the famous teenage detective Nancy Drew and solve mysteries around the world. The series offers engaging puzzles and intriguing narratives.

Available on: Steam

The Room Series

A dimly lit room with a large, ornate safe in the center. Papers scattered on the wooden floor. A cobweb-covered circular window lets in a small beam of light.

Explore intricate puzzle boxes and uncover the mysteries within. The game’s atmospheric environments and challenging puzzles create an immersive and cozy mystery experience.

Available on: Steam, Android, iOS

Return of the Obra Dinn

A black and white drawing of a ship at night.

Investigate the fate of a lost ship by piecing together clues using a magical pocket watch. The game’s unique art style and captivating mystery make it a standout title.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch

Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments

A man in a suit stands at the center of a vintage, dimly-lit office with people working and interacting in the background.

Play as the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, solving cases through investigation, interrogation, and deduction. The game’s immersive storytelling and detailed environments offer a cozy mystery experience.

Available on: Steam

Oxenfree

Two animated characters, a person with a red beanie and another with blue hair in a ponytail, stand in a dimly lit cave holding a device, looking ahead with concerned expressions.

A supernatural mystery game featuring a group of friends who accidentally open a ghostly rift. The game’s atmospheric storytelling and engaging puzzles provide a cozy yet thrilling experience.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch

Night in the Woods

Four anthropomorphic animals are seated in a living room. One animal, sitting on the right side, says "There are like 50 better explanations for all of this" in a speech bubble.

Follow Mae, a college dropout, as she returns to her hometown and uncovers dark secrets. The game’s charming art style and heartfelt story offer a cozy and engaging mystery adventure.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch

Gone Home

A small bedroom with a pirate flag on the wall, a single bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and various items. A locker door is open, revealing pictures and notes attached inside.

Explore an empty house and uncover the story of what happened to your family. The game’s narrative-driven gameplay and immersive atmosphere make it a cozy and thought-provoking experience.

Available on: Steam, iOS

Whispers of a Machine

A person in a dimly lit room interacts with a holographic figure near a machinery setup. Text in the image reads, "It's not too late.

Play as a cybernetically enhanced detective solving a series of murders in a post-AI world. The game’s intriguing story and engaging puzzles provide a cozy mystery experience.

Available on: Steam, Android, iOS

Detective Grimoire

A cartoon girl with red hair stands in a dark, eerie forest with a sign reading "Poggie's Brog" in the background. A dialogue box shows her saying, "You don't remember!.

Investigate a murder in a mysterious swamp as Detective Grimoire. The game’s humorous dialogue, charming art style, and engaging puzzles make it a perfect cozy mystery game.

Available on: Steam

10 Fun and Cozy Mystery Games