Methods: The Canada Files - A Hilarious Detective Competition

9/15/2026, 5:20:02 AM

Release date: 3/6/2026

Tags: #investigation #casual #2d #detective #visual-novel #story-rich #comedy #adventure

User Reviews

Score: 94%Very Positive
Review Count: 299 reviews
Fetched At: 9/15/2026, 5:20:10 AM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 2,300 (JPY)

Steam JP

$19.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 2,300
Global Price: $19.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 2,300Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 15 Sept 2026
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Price Checked At: 9/15/2026, 5:15:18 AM

Key highlight

Team up in Methods: The Canada Files, a story-rich visual novel where you solve Canadian mysteries. Find clues and interrogate suspects with unique methods in this casual, cooperative detective competition.

Who this is for

For those seeking a unique detective competition set in Canada, this game offers a fun, cooperative experience with friends. Unravel mysteries using distinct methods and enjoy a story-rich visual novel with a comedic touch.

Details

Overview

Welcome to a truly unique competition where your detective skills are put to the test in the mysterious land of Canada! In Methods: The Canada Files, players team up to unravel convoluted mysteries presented by devious masterminds. This game blends the intrigue of detective work with the lightheartedness of a casual, story-rich visual novel. With six distinct "Files" to tackle, each offering 2-4 hours of engaging gameplay, you and your teammates will need to employ unique methods to find clues, interrogate suspects, and ultimately uncover the truth.

Highlights

Engaging Detective Gameplay: Dive into a series of challenging cases that require keen observation and deduction.
Cooperative Multiplayer: Work with teammates, leveraging their distinct approaches to solve puzzles.
Story-Rich Visual Novel: Experience a narrative-driven adventure filled with humor and intrigue.

Who It's For

Methods: The Canada Files is perfect for players who enjoy casual games, visual novels, and detective mysteries with a comedic twist. If you like collaborating with friends to solve puzzles and appreciate a good story, this competition is for you.

Game Info

Developed by LockedOn Games and published by Erabit and LockedOn Games, this title offers a 2D visual experience. It supports Steam Achievements, Trading Cards, and Steam Cloud. The game is available in English and Simplified Chinese, and it has garnered a "Very Positive" reception from Steam users.