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Released
July 4, 2016
Updated
October 30, 2026

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This interactive storybook allows readers to guide a character through a neo-noir thriller. Make choices to either save the protagonist or lead him to a multitude of deaths. Immerse yourself in a personal diary format filled with crime and suspense.

✓Choose your own adventure
✓Multiple death endings
✓Neo-noir thriller narrative
✓Personal diary format
✓Quick and easy to read
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What's New in Deadman Diaries

3.0.0

October 30, 2026

Performance improvements

User reviews

Solid distraction.

The choices are fairly limited in scope and two of the paths don’t work (Claim the child, open package.) Other than that it is a solid distraction.

Another winner from Cubus Games!

Can't wait to die again! Also, I like that it's not too long. Cubus has a ton of great apps anyway. Plus, let's face it, people always say they want a game to be 100+ hours and have more and more content, but nobody can even get through their Steam backlog these days. Sometimes shorter is better.

Nice Game but...

It's a nice game but the game was quick and easy. I finished it in about an hour and there was nothing left to the game after you completed all the deaths of the game. After playing the game, I was stuck with the need of wanting a little more. Great job on the app setup and the storyline of John Riggs!
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Underwhelming CYOA story

As this was produced by the team who created the fantastic Heavy Metal Thunder and Sol Invictus, I had no hesitation in purchasing. Unfortunately this game is a fairly bland Choose Your Own Adventure novel, with numerous errors in grammar and punctuation.

While the idea of collecting the many possible deaths of the main character is novel, in practice the majority of the paths lead to the same deaths, and the writing isn't really compelling enough to make you want to replay the game so many times. Indeed, some paths are just mirror images of other paths with the name of a gang the only thing that changes.

It took less than an hour to unlock all the different endings, as I was clicking through the screens I'd already read as quickly as I could (there's no reason at all to re-read them). If the writing were better, I'd have felt the price was worth it; sadly, even at the introductory price, it wasn't.

I can't wait for the sequel to Sol Invictus and will purchase that without hesitation. But I'll certainly think twice about buying any further Choose Your Own Adventure novellas from this company.
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Response from developer

Thanks for your feedback. We really appreciate it. We think you would enjoy The Frankenstein Wars while the sequel to Sol Invictus is not coming yet.

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FAQ

What is Deadman Diaries about?

Deadman Diaries is an interactive gamebook that immerses you in the life of John Riggs, a bank worker with gambling debts. You make choices that can either save him or lead to his demise in various ways, set within a neo-noir thriller narrative.

How many ways can the character die in Deadman Diaries?

The game is designed to offer a "largest imaginable number of deaths" for the character, providing numerous branching paths and fatal outcomes based on player choices.

What is the genre and inspiration for Deadman Diaries?

The game is a contemporary 'black' and neo-noir thriller, drawing inspiration from filmmakers like Scorsese and the Coen Brothers, TV series such as The Sopranos, and classic noir authors like James M. Cain and Patricia Highsmith.

What languages is Deadman Diaries available in?

Deadman Diaries is available in English, Spanish, Russian, and Catalan, making it accessible to a wider international audience.

Is Deadman Diaries suitable for all ages?

Deadman Diaries has an age rating of 17+, indicating mature themes and content that may not be suitable for younger players.

What devices can I play Deadman Diaries on?

Deadman Diaries is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a mobile gaming experience on Apple platforms.

When was Deadman Diaries last updated?

The latest version of Deadman Diaries is 3.0.0, which was last updated on October 30, 2026.

Does Deadman Diaries have ads?

No, Deadman Diaries does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted gaming experience.