# Detective Diary: Whodunit — A Daily Murder Mystery for One

> Daily AI mystery game for interrogating suspects and solving cases. (iPhone/iPad app by Junsu Hwang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detective-diary-whodunit/id6760389759 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Junsu Hwang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745070010)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Strategy, Trivia
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 232 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-21
- Data updated: 2026-10-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detective-diary-whodunit/id6760389759/reviews.md

## What is Detective Diary?

Interrogate AI suspects and uncover the truth behind each case.
A new mystery every day.

Detective Diary - A solo murder mystery detective game

You are today’s detective.

A new case is assigned to you every day.
Interrogate suspects, investigate locations, and analyze evidence.
Can you uncover the culprit and their motive?

How to Play

1. Review the Case - Check the case details, suspects, and locations  
2. Investigate - Question AI suspects and search locations for clues  
3. Deduce - Identify the culprit, motive, and method  
4. Result - Get your score and rank based on your accuracy  

Features

AI Interrogation - Talk to suspects in real time. Their responses change based on your evidence  
Daily Cases - A brand-new mystery every day  
Efficiency Score - Solve cases with fewer questions for higher scores  
Share Your Case - Share your investigation results with friends  
Leaderboard - Compete with other detectives  

Detective Pass

Play one case per day for free.

Subscribe to Detective Pass to unlock:
3 cases per day  
Expanded question points  
Ad-free investigation  

Think like a real detective.
The truth is in your hands.

Terms of Use(EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- AI interrogation of suspects
- New mystery case daily
- Investigate locations and evidence
- Deduce culprit, motive, and method
- Efficiency scoring and leaderboards
- Share case results with friends

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Detective Pass | $3.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 credit | $0.49 | one-time |
| 330 credit | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1500 credit | $6.99 | one-time |
| 850 credit | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detective-diary-whodunit/id6760389759/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 사건이 너무 적어요ㅠㅠ

*2026-09-30*

한 번에 몰아서 많이 하고 싶은데 하루에 한 개밖에 못하니까너무 아쉬워요.. 추리게임 좋아하는 사람으로서는 너무 재밌는 것 같아요

### 5/5 — Top3는 나의것

*2026-09-30*

머더미스터리 같은 추리 게임 좋아하는 사람으로서 시간 남을 때 소소하게 하기 좋음

### 5/5 — 그냥 이거 하다보면 시간 훅감

*2026-06-18*

심심해서 깔아봤는데 시간이 너무 금방 지나갔어요.. 몰입도 대박이고 머릿속으로 그림이 막  그려짐
퀄리티가 너무 좋네요

## Frequently asked questions about Detective Diary

### How many cases can I play with Detective Diary?

You can play one case per day for free. Subscribing to Detective Pass unlocks three cases per day, expanded question points, and an ad-free experience.

### Does Detective Diary have ads?

Yes, Detective Diary contains advertisements. Subscribers to Detective Pass can enjoy an ad-free investigation experience.

### What devices does Detective Diary support?

Detective Diary is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Detective Diary?

Detective Diary has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and adults alike.

### How often is Detective Diary updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on July 2, 2026, indicating regular updates to the game.

### Can I play Detective Diary offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, the AI interrogation feature suggests an online connection may be required for real-time suspect responses.

### How does the scoring system work in Detective Diary?

You receive a score and rank based on your accuracy in solving cases. Solving cases with fewer questions leads to higher scores, rewarding efficiency.

### Is there a way to compete with other players in Detective Diary?

Yes, Detective Diary features a leaderboard where you can compete with other detectives based on your case-solving performance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.4 — 2026-09-28

● Rankings got a makeover.
  : A new Deduction ranking rewards steady, strong play, and the top 3 now stand on a podium. Your own rank is always shown at the bottom of the list.

● Rewards for the Daily top 3.
  : Finish in the top 3 of yesterday's Daily ranking and you'll receive a Total Score bonus, announced when you open the app.

● Check in every day to earn credits.
  : Check in and submit cases on This Week's Log to collect credits, plus weekly bonuses. Spend them on extra questions, past cases, and exclusive cases.

● Fixed issues found during play.
  : We fixed a few bugs for a smoother investigation.

### 1.3.3 — 2026-09-09

● We'll let you know when a new version is out.
: We check for the latest version when you open the app and let you know. If now isn't a good time, just tap "Later" to skip it.
● Fixed issues found during use.
: We've resolved a few errors for a smoother investigation.

### 1.3.2 — 2026-09-07

● You can now solve the case in your own words.
: Choose how to explain the culprit's motive — write it out yourself, or pick from keywords. Writing it yourself can earn you up to 10 more points, so it's your shot at a higher detective rank. We'll remember your choice and carry it over to your next case.

● You can now look back at past rankings.
: Tap the arrows on the daily ranking to move up to 2 days back and check the standings from those cases.

### 1.3.1 — 2026-08-27

● Fixed a few small bugs that popped up during play.
: We fixed a bug where the keyboard covered the input field on large screens like the Galaxy Z Fold. Your Archive, Ranking, Notices, Library, and Store lists now scroll smoothly no matter how long they get.

### 1.3 — 2026-08-12

● You can now submit your final deduction by picking keywords.
:After naming the culprit, you no longer have to write out the motive and the method. Just tap to pick 3 motive keywords and 2 method keywords from the ones prepared for each case.

● Not sure? Submit anyway.
:Partial credit applies to both the motive and the method. You can even submit with the method keywords left empty.

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