Overview

Reversal Detective invites players into the shoes of Ataru Sagumoto, a globetrotting private investigator who finds himself embroiled in a murder case within a seemingly tranquil village. This mystery adventure game centers on free-text conversations with AI-powered villagers to unravel the truth.

Highlights

  • Players gather crucial testimony by engaging in free-text dialogue with AI villagers.
  • Physical evidence scattered around the crime scene must be collected to piece together the puzzle.
  • The game features a unique interrogation system where players use gathered keywords and evidence to confront suspects and elicit confessions.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for players who enjoy narrative-driven mystery adventures, detective work, and innovative gameplay mechanics that leverage AI for interactive storytelling. Those who appreciate puzzle-solving and engaging with characters through dialogue will find Reversal Detective particularly appealing.

Game Info

Developed and published by Defios Game Studio, Reversal Detective offers a fresh take on the detective genre. It was released on August 4, 2025, and is free to play. The game supports Japanese language and is categorized under Adventure, Casual, Action-Adventure, Word Game, Collectathon, and Hidden Object genres, with user tags also highlighting Immersive Sim and 3D elements. It also supports multiplayer and Steam Family Sharing.