The Darkside Detective

The Darkside Detective

by Akupara Games, LLC

32 ratings
23 reviews
$6.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 8, 2024
  • December 4, 2025

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Investigate bizarre and dangerous cases in Twin Lakes City as a paranormal detective. Solve mysteries involving tentacles, zombies, and occult phenomena. This comedic serial adventure features bite-sized cases and witty puzzles.

9 paranormal micro cases
Comedic serial adventure
Point-and-click investigation
High definition pixels
Original music score
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What's New in The Darkside Detective

1.0.4 - Christmas Icon Update

December 4, 2025

A fun Holiday Seasons Icon Update!

User reviews

Bug

Some cases are always classified

Fun PnC Adventure!

Really had fun with this -- made me think of Space Quest with all of the silly references and what not. Most of the puzzles were accessible and not require over the top leaps of logic, except I did have to find a few hints on the last act! Worth the price, and now Im about ready to dive into the second one!
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Lost progress (repeatedly)

I love the gameplay and content but keep losing progress. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to play the later chapters.

Genial…

Wer Maniac Mansion mochte, wird dieses Spiel lieben. Toller Humor! Und entgegen der Beschreibung auch komplett auf Deutsch!

Constant crash

I like the game but I made it partway through case 3 and now it just crashes out at the loading screen. Too bad.

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FAQ

What is The Darkside Detective about?

The Darkside Detective is a comedic point-and-click adventure game where you play as Detective Francis McQueen, investigating bizarre and paranormal cases in Twin Lakes City. You'll encounter everything from flesh-hungry tentacles to mafian zombies.

What are the key features of this game?

The game features 9 paranormal micro cases to investigate, including a Christmas special. It boasts high-definition pixel graphics, a humorous narrative, and an original music score by Ben Prunty. You can also expect at least three jokes.

How much does The Darkside Detective cost?

The game is a paid application. The provided information indicates it is a complete season collection, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full experience without ongoing costs or in-app purchases.

What kind of cases can I expect to solve?

You will investigate a variety of unusual and often humorous paranormal occurrences. These include cases involving cultists, demons, zombies, and even missing socks, all handled by the underfunded Darkside Division.

Is this game suitable for casual players?

Yes, the game is described as having 'bite-sized micro cases,' making it suitable for players looking for shorter, engaging gameplay sessions. The point-and-click mechanics and witty puzzles are designed to be accessible.