# Catch A Killer

> Interactive crime thriller game where you go undercover to catch a serial killer. (iPhone/iPad app by KODEWORKS LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-a-killer/id1373621260 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KODEWORKS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1603225007)
- Category: Games
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 169 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-05-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-a-killer/id1373621260/reviews.md

## What is Catch A Killer?

PLAYING WITH DEATH: CATCH A KILLER

Before the opening chapters, go undercover as Special Agent Rose Blake - Violent Crime, San Francisco division to message... seduce... and catch a killer!

The killer is the infamous Backwoods Butcher, who's been preying on men and women via online dating apps.

Your mission is to go undercover, talk to him and arrange a date. Fail and more innocent lives will be lost!

Featuring:

- Awesome graphic novel that fills in more back story

- Nerve shredding tension as you message a serial killer in real time

- Decide on your own strategy to each reply

Remember: if Koenig logs off, more people will die!

Good luck Special Agent!

Look out for hidden easter eggs to the book.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Playing-Death-terrifying-thriller-bestselling/dp/1472213424/ 

About the franchise:

“PWD: Catch a Killer” is based on “Playing With Death” the intense crime thriller from the writing team of the number one best selling author Simon Scarrow and upcoming creative powerhouse Lee Francis. This game is produced by the in-house sibling quartet 'Story Architects', including exclusive art content by Alex Scarrow, author of the TimeRiders series, and programming by Karl Francis. Also features music and sound effects from award winning composer Derek Kirkup.

Follow/like:

https://www.facebook.com/officialsimonscarrow/

https://twitter.com/SimonScarrow

https://twitter.com/_leefrancis

If you've read the book, check out the quiz here:

http://leefrancisauthor.com/extras/quiz/

This game is not affiliated with nor endorsed by the FBI. It does not encourage you to be reckless online when talking to or arranging to meet strangers.

This game contains flashing screens for dramatic effect.

## Key features

- Undercover special agent gameplay
- Message and seduce a serial killer
- Real-time messaging tension
- Graphic novel style backstory
- Multiple dialogue strategy choices
- Easter eggs to related book

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-a-killer/id1373621260/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Trash

*2023-01-19, version 1.1*

Trash

### 2/5 — Meh

*2020-12-24, version 1.1*

It was a fun game, just it was very short :( would not recommend if you wanna play for more than 5 mins

### 1/5 — Pay bait

*2020-10-24, version 1.1*

The story is not free-to-play.   It’s free-to-pay.

### 5/5 — Wish it was longer

*2018-08-21, version 1.0.4*

Started off awesome! Had me sucked in all the way. It just ended way too fast. Please come out with a full game like this and I will pay any amount for it!

## Frequently asked questions about Catch A Killer

### What is Catch A Killer about?

Catch A Killer is an interactive crime thriller game where you play as Special Agent Rose Blake. Your mission is to go undercover, message, and ultimately catch a serial killer who uses online dating apps.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect in Catch A Killer?

The gameplay focuses on real-time messaging with the killer, requiring you to decide on your strategy for each reply. It also features a graphic novel style that provides backstory and hidden easter eggs.

### Is Catch A Killer suitable for all ages?

Catch A Killer has an age rating of 12+. The game contains flashing screens for dramatic effect and deals with mature themes related to crime.

### What platforms is Catch A Killer available on?

Catch A Killer is available on iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch devices.

### How often is Catch A Killer updated?

The latest version of Catch A Killer is 1.1, which was released on March 27, 2020. The initial release date was May 16, 2018.

### What is the user rating for Catch A Killer?

Catch A Killer has a rating of 2.6 stars based on 12 ratings.

### Does Catch A Killer have multiplayer or offline modes?

The description for Catch A Killer does not mention multiplayer or offline play. It appears to be a single-player narrative experience.

### Is Catch A Killer based on any existing media?

Yes, Catch A Killer is based on the crime thriller book "Playing With Death" by Simon Scarrow and Lee Francis. It also features art by Alex Scarrow and music by Derek Kirkup.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1 — 2020-03-27

- Crash Fixes
- New Device Support
- Layout fixes for iPad Ratio

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