A Case of Fraud

Nice little deduction game in the style of The Roottrees are Dead (which is also acknowledged in this game's credits). Everything's a bit simpler, a bit toned down, but it's still fun to solve. In contrast to Roottrees, there's no internet research mechanic. The game presents you with new clues/evidence automatically the more people (and their pets!) you identify.

I was not sure what to expect with this game. I knew I wanted a murder mystery, an investigation to sink my teeth into for a little while. Something light, but engaging with puzzles and rewarding shots of dopamine for a keen eye and a quick logic. A Case of Fraud was exactly what I wanted in a charming, roughly $10 CAD package. The bulk of the game is combing through documents to find little strips of information, nuggets of data within a believable pile of emails, memos, notes, office flyers, and birthday invitations; then, having accumulated your notes, the puzzle of putting together the coporate tree and eventually solving the central murder takes centre stage. Imagine a red string corkboard. Now imagine it with funny pets. That's a Case of Fraud. Naturally I can't go into many, if any, details; however, I do think it's safe to vaguely gesture at some highlights. First, the puzzles were simple, but fun to solve. It's the kind of thing I absolutely would pull with friends at my own job if they had the penchant for secret messages and riddles. Second, the art and drawings are entirely charming. Every person is distinct and memorable, which helps with the investigating, …

I really enjoyed this. Great individual detective game.

Fun, definitely was inspired by the Roottrees are Dead but overall cool story, not bad for the price.

I didnt play the game yet, but the OST is good, so i just kept it open while i work

quite short, not difficult, ok fun