Department 42: The Mystery of the Nine - Investigate Cursed Artifacts

7/19/2026, 5:39:35 PM

Release date: 1/12/2022

Tags: #casual #point-&-click #hidden-object #2d #investigation #female-protagonist #singleplayer #mystery

User Reviews

Score: 62%Mixed
Review Count: 37 reviews
Fetched At: 7/19/2026, 5:39:35 PM

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Japan Price: ¥1,250
Global Price: $9.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 7/19/2026, 5:39:34 PM

Key highlight

Step into the shoes of a Department 42 agent in this casual hidden object adventure. Investigate paranormal events, solve puzzles, and track down cursed artifacts across 25 locations to save humanity from a dark future.

Who this is for

Recommended for those who enjoy a thrilling investigation into cursed artifacts and are looking for a casual point-and-click adventure.

Details

Overview

Department 42: The Mystery of the Nine invites players into a thrilling hidden object adventure where the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. Developed and published by Frogwares, this casual, point-and-click investigation game tasks you with tracking down dangerous, cursed artifacts that disappeared during a mysterious fire at Grimstone Mansion. As an agent of the secret Department 42, your mission is to delve into paranormal events, prevent imminent dangers, and confront the malevolent powers unleashed by black magic.

Highlights

Genre & Gameplay: A casual, 2D point-and-click hidden object game with a strong focus on investigation and puzzle-solving.
Setting & Story: Players explore 25 astonishing locations across 9 fantastic chapters, uncovering clues and facing terrifying situations stemming from cursed artifacts.
Release & Development: Released on January 12, 2022, by Frogwares, this single-player experience features a female protagonist.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy casual puzzle-solving, hidden object mechanics, and engaging mystery narratives. Fans of point-and-click adventures and those who appreciate a strong female lead in their games will find much to love here. Its accessible nature also makes it suitable for families.

Game Info

Department 42: The Mystery of the Nine offers a compelling single-player experience. The game supports multiple languages, including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean, among others. It is a paid title available on Steam, with family sharing options enabled. While the user reception is mixed, the game promises a deep dive into paranormal investigation and artifact recovery.