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Best Mini Murder Mysteries Apps & Games

189+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Small Town Murders is the household name in mini murder mysteries, but it's far from the only option. We track 189+ alternatives and competitors on iOS โ€” many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Mini Murder Mysteries

Small Town Murders: Match 3#1

Small Town Murders: Match 3 by Rovio Entertainment Oyj

Crime & Mystery Detective Game
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.6๐Ÿ˜ž(35K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Unravel a series of crimes in a seemingly idyllic town by solving match-3 puzzles. Investigate crime scenes, find hidden clues, and interrogate suspects to uncover the truth and bring criminals to justice. Experience a captivating mystery with colorful characters and adaptive music.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿคฉ Engaging story and characters
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Relaxing and satisfying gameplay
  • ๐ŸŽจ Great graphics and visuals

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿคฏ Levels become impossible to complete
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Game mechanics designed to encourage in-app purchases
  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and bugs
Maggie's Murder Mystery#2

Maggie's Murder Mystery by XIMAD, Inc.

Match 3 puzzle: Find the Clue
Strong Contender
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.5๐Ÿ˜(6.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Engage in a TV-style episodic crime drama where you solve mysteries through Match-3 puzzles and mini-games. Investigate crime scenes, uncover conspiracies, and travel to exotic locations with a cast of intriguing characters.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Great little game
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Interesting and fun gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ’Ž Unique story and mystery elements

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Game crashes and freezes
  • ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Slow progress and lack of updates
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Difficulty progressing without spending money
Pocket Mystery-Detective Game#3

Pocket Mystery-Detective Game by BABANGIDA LLC.

3 minute mysteries
Worth Considering
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.5๐Ÿ˜(42K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Engage in quick, intriguing mystery games that can be solved in just a few minutes. Explore crime scenes and find clues to answer questions. All cases are free to play with hints and answers provided.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Fun game to train brain
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Interesting murder mystery detective riddles
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Challenging and thought-provoking puzzles

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Typos and grammatical errors in questions
  • ๐Ÿ’ธ Excessive ads that disrupt gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Switching to new screen after each answer

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Mystery Matters Puzzle Games
Mystery Matters Puzzle Games
Mystery Matters Puzzle Games
Crimes & Match-3 Puzzles
Free

Unravel thrilling mysteries, solve crimes, and renovate a manor and garden. Engage in match-3 puzzles, hidden object scenes, and mini-games to uncover secrets and track down villains. Experience unfolding romantic stories and participate in team tournaments.

Match-3 levelsHidden object scenesCrime investigation
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free with in-app purchases
5
Murder by Choice: Mystery Game
Murder by Choice: Mystery Game
Murder by Choice: Mystery Game
Solve a murder mystery!
Free

Embark on an interactive murder mystery adventure on a tropical island. Investigate crime scenes, find hidden objects, and solve puzzles to uncover secrets and catch a killer. Your choices will shape the unfolding story.

Interactive story choicesCrime scene investigationHidden object search
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6
Detective Masters
Detective Masters
Detective Masters
Many suspects, but who did it?
Free

Solve crimes by interrogating suspects and finding clues. Uncover hidden objects to bring criminals to justice and keep your city safe. Can you catch all the bad guys?

Interrogate suspectsFind hidden objectsSolve daily crimes
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7
Duskwood - Detective Story
Duskwood - Detective Story
Duskwood - Detective Story
Solve A Real Murder Mystery
Free

Engage in a thrilling criminal investigation by collecting evidence and making crucial decisions. Interact with characters through various media like images, voicemails, and mini-games to uncover the truth behind a disappearance in a mysterious village.

Interactive text-based investigationCollect evidence and make choicesMultimedia content (images, voicemails, videos)
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(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Homicide Squad:ย Hidden Objects
Homicide Squad:ย Hidden Objects
Homicide Squad:ย Hidden Objects
Mystery Murder & Crime Puzzle
Free

Step into the shoes of a detective in this thrilling hidden object and match-3 game. Investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and solve perplexing murder mysteries to restore order to the city. Engage in immersive gameplay with captivating storylines and intriguing characters.

Hidden object gameplayMatch-3 puzzle modeInterrogate suspects
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(56K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Murder in Alps: Hidden Mystery
Murder in Alps: Hidden Mystery
Murder in Alps: Hidden Mystery
Find Suspect & Solve Crime
Free

Embark on a thrilling detective adventure set in the 1930s Alps. Uncover hidden objects, solve puzzles, and interact with mysterious characters to find a killer in an immersive crime novel experience.

Interactive crime novel gameplayHidden object scenesMind-boggling puzzles
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(109K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Suspects: Mystery Mansion
Suspects: Mystery Mansion
Suspects: Mystery Mansion
Find the killer online game
Free

Engage in a thrilling online murder mystery where you and other players investigate a crime at a mansion. Complete tasks, discuss clues, and vote to identify the killers before they eliminate the investigation. It's a social deduction game of suspense and strategy.

Online multiplayer investigationSolve murder mysteriesPerform investigative tasks
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(56K)
free with in-app purchases
11
An Elmwood Trail
An Elmwood Trail
An Elmwood Trail
Solve A Missing Girl's Mystery
Free

Engage in an interactive mystery game to find a missing girl in the town of Riverstone. Investigate clues, interrogate suspects, and make critical decisions to unravel the secrets of Elmwood Forest and bring her home safely.

Interactive mystery investigationGather clues and hintsInterrogate suspects
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(145K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Clue: Classic Edition
Clue: Classic Edition
Clue: Classic Edition
Original Crime Solving Game
$5.99
$6.99 | 14% OFF

Step into the shoes of classic characters in this iconic murder mystery game. Explore a mansion in 3D, solve crimes with six suspects, six weapons, and nine rooms. Play against AI or challenge players worldwide online.

Classic murder mystery gameplayIconic characters and rooms in 3DPlay against AI or online opponents
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(34K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Murder Mystery Detective Story
Murder Mystery Detective Story
Murder Mystery Detective Story
by APSocialSoft LLC
Free

Engage in a realistic criminal investigator experience, solving over 60 complex murder cases. Use deduction, analyze crime scenes, and interrogate characters through realistic dialogue to uncover clues and solve mysteries.

Over 60 criminal casesInvestigate crime scenesInterrogate characters
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(5.7K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Adventure Escape: Framed for Murder
Adventure Escape: Framed for Murder
Adventure Escape: Framed for Murder
by Haiku Games Co
Free

Investigate a student's murder on campus and uncover a conspiracy. Solve puzzles, find hidden objects, and gather evidence to identify the killer. This premium escape game offers a compelling mystery with beautiful graphics and memorable characters.

Investigate campus crime scenesSolve devious puzzles and riddlesFind hidden objects
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(5.4K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Sentence
Sentence
Sentence
by Long Jaunt Ltd
Free

Investigate a series of kidnappings and murders in a small town. Intercept communications, analyze clues, and make critical choices to identify a potential serial killer. Navigate complex relationships and moral dilemmas to solve the case.

Intercept wiretaps and group chatsAnalyze clues and databasesMake impactful choices
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Whodunit?โ„ข: Murder Mystery
Whodunit?โ„ข: Murder Mystery
Whodunit?โ„ข: Murder Mystery
40+ Murder Mystery Stories
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

Step into the role of a detective and solve over 40 original murder mysteries. Examine evidence, interrogate suspects, and piece together clues to catch the killer. Test your detective skills and climb the ranks to become the top detective.

Solve 40+ murder mysteriesExamine evidenceInterrogate suspects
๐ŸŽฌ Entertainment
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free with in-app purchases
17
Who Is The Killer (Episode II)
Who Is The Killer (Episode II)
Who Is The Killer (Episode II)
by Long Jaunt Ltd
Free

Engage in a thrilling detective adventure where you must solve intricate murder mysteries. Investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and use logic to uncover the killer within a seven-day time limit. This game offers a complex plot with parallel stories and a focus on deduction, not just finding hidden objects.

Complex, non-obvious plotParallel story pathsDetailed crime scene investigation
๐ŸŽฎ Games
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free with in-app purchases
18
Seven Photos:Photographic Detective Murder Mystery
Seven Photos:Photographic Detective Murder Mystery
Seven Photos:Photographic Detective Murder Mystery
A Thrilling Puzzle RPG
Free

Unravel a murder mystery using only seven photographs. This point-and-click thriller challenges you to examine evidence, expose lies with logic, and identify the culprit before your sanity fades. Discover your own forgotten past as you solve the case.

Solve murder mysteries with photographic evidencePoint-and-click gameplayExpose lies with evidence bullets
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(513)
paid
19
Parker & Lane Criminal Justice
Parker & Lane Criminal Justice
Parker & Lane Criminal Justice
Find Suspect & Solve Mystery
Free

Step into the shoes of a homicide detective to solve a series of murders plaguing the city. Partner with a defense attorney to uncover a conspiracy and bring criminals to justice through investigation and mini-games.

Solve murder casesInvestigate 9 locationsMaster 18 forensic mini-games
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders (FULL)
Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders (FULL)
Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders (FULL)
by Microids
$6.99

Step into the shoes of Hercule Poirot in this adventure and investigation game based on Agatha Christie's novel. Explore crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and solve deadly puzzles to uncover a murderer's plans. Utilize your wits to make smart deductions and piece together the events.

Examine suspects and gather informationSolve puzzles to find cluesMake deductions based on collected evidence
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(177)
free with in-app purchases