# The Investigation

> Voice-driven mystery detective game with AI suspects and manor exploration. (iPhone/iPad app by Jonathan Scott Noblit.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-investigation/id6759924071 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jonathan Scott Noblit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1881682961)
- Category: Games, Role Playing
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 222 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-investigation/id6759924071/reviews.md

## What is The Investigation?

A theft at Ravenshollow Manor. Five suspects. One truth.

The Investigation is a voice-driven mystery game where you play detective—asking questions out loud, following leads room to room, and deciding when you finally have enough to accuse.

SPEAK TO SUSPECTS
Press and hold the mic to interrogate Guard Jenkins, Lady Beatrice, Janitor Cole, Mr. Thornton, and Ms. Pemberton. Each character has their own personality, secrets, and voice. They remember what you've asked and how you've pressed them.

Prefer typing? Tap the text icon beside the mic to switch to text input anytime.

EXPLORE THE MANOR
A narrative Director guides you through the estate—Grand Foyer, gallery, library, conservatory, and more. Characters come and go as you move. Pay attention; clues hide in atmosphere as much as in answers.

BUILD YOUR CASE
Open the notebook to browse character dossiers with auto-generated summaries. Track contradictions, note suspicions, and piece together motive, method, and perpetrator at your own pace.

MAKE YOUR ACCUSATION
When you're ready, accuse from a character's dossier page. Every accusation triggers a cinematic endgame—Director narration, then swipeable epilogue cards showing who was caught, who escaped, and whether you named the right suspect.

FEATURES
• Voice-first investigation with in-game text input toggle
• AI-powered characters that respond naturally and remember context
• Scene-based exploration across Ravenshollow Manor
• Character dossier notebook with auto-generated summaries
• Full accusation and epilogue flow
• Ambient score and scene-transition audio
• Sign in with Apple, Google, or continue as guest
• Resume investigations across sessions

REQUIREMENTS
• iOS 18 or later
• Microphone and speech recognition permissions (for voice play)
• Internet connection

Step into the manor. The suspects are waiting.

## Key features

- Voice-driven investigation
- AI-powered characters
- Scene-based exploration
- Character dossier notebook
- Accusation and epilogue flow
- Text input toggle


## Frequently asked questions about The Investigation

### What is The Investigation game about?

The Investigation is a voice-driven mystery game where you play a detective to solve a theft at Ravenshollow Manor. You interrogate suspects, explore the manor, and build a case to make an accusation.

### How do I play The Investigation?

You can play by speaking questions out loud to suspects using the microphone. The game also offers a text input option if you prefer typing.

### Are the characters in The Investigation AI-powered?

Yes, the game features AI-powered characters that respond naturally and remember the context of your interrogations. They have unique personalities and secrets.

### Can I explore the manor in The Investigation?

Yes, you can explore various locations within Ravenshollow Manor, such as the Grand Foyer, gallery, and library. Clues can be found in the atmosphere and character interactions.

### How does The Investigation handle accusations?

When you feel you have enough evidence, you can make an accusation from a character's dossier page. This triggers a cinematic endgame with narration and epilogue cards.

### What devices support The Investigation?

The Investigation currently supports iPhones and requires iOS 18 or later. It also needs microphone and speech recognition permissions for voice play.

### Does The Investigation have ads?

No, The Investigation does not contain advertisements. It is a free game with no in-app purchases or ads.

### How often is The Investigation updated?

The latest version of The Investigation is 1.2.1, released on August 24, 2026. The game was initially released on July 30, 2026.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2026-08-24

Text input fixes.

### 1.2 — 2026-08-22

New voice options, and a better first look at the manor.

• New "Voice model" picker in Settings — three alternate suspect voice packs (ElevenLabs, Cartesia, Inworld) to try alongside the default
• Karaoke lyrics view is now on by default for new detectives
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.1 — 2026-08-06

Follow along as suspects speak.
• Karaoke-style lyrics view in medium character mode — words highlight in sync with speech
• Smoother iPhone targeting and orientation support
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.0 — 2026-07-30

No release notes.

## Related topics

[investigation](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/investigation)

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