A Case of Distrust is a narrative mystery from 1924 San Francisco. Play as private investigator Phyllis Cadence Malone in this historical 2D adventure game.
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Curator Review

Recommended
By Video Games as Literature December 22, 2024

“This mystery may be short, but it's a good story and the twists will leave you guessing.”

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Reviews

“A storytelling revelation”
9/10 – Polygon

About This Game

A Case of Distrust is a narrative mystery from 1924 San Francisco. Play as private investigator Phyllis Cadence Malone in this historical 2D adventure game. Explore underground speakeasies, smoke-filled billiard halls, classic barber shops, and more. Catch suspects in lies by using evidence, statements, and your wits. Intrinsic challenges face our heroine, as she struggles against a pushback on emancipation, leading to many doubts, both internal and external. Uncover the truth in a mystery full of deception!

Critical Reception

  • "Perfect video game noir... 9/10" - Polygon

  • "Impressed me with its nuanced, careful construction" - Newsweek

  • "Stunning two-dimensional silhouettes" - PC Gamer

  • "Beautiful noirish graphics... suspenseful mystery" - Vogue Magazine

Features

  • A hardboiled mystery, working past deceptive characters towards the truth

  • 1924 San Francisco with historically accurate details

  • Saul Bass inspired visuals and scene transitions

  • Finger-snapping music that gives style to the roaring 20s

  • Themes of poverty, racism, and emancipation that tie into contemporary issues

System Requirements

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macOS
    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows 7
    • Processor: 2 GHz
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
    • Storage: 1500 MB available space
    • Sound Card: N/A
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
    Minimum:
    • OS: El Capitan
    • Processor: 2 GHz
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
    • Storage: 1500 MB available space
    • Sound Card: N/A

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