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Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
Ghost Trick: Phantom DetectiveSolve murders by rewinding time as a ghost.
Thimbleweed Park
Thimbleweed ParkSolve a bizarre murder in a creepy town with five quirky detectives.
Overview
Description

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective follows Sissel, a spirit with the ability to possess objects and reverse time, as he uncovers his own murder and helps the living solve crimes. The game blends witty dialogue, quirky characters, and a supernatural mystery in a stylish, hand‑drawn world.

Thimbleweed Park follows two washed‑up detectives who investigate a dead body found in the river outside a decaying town. As you switch between five playable characters, you uncover a dark, satirical, and bizarre world that teeters on the edge of oblivion. The game blends classic point‑and‑click adventure mechanics with witty comedy and mystery, delivering puzzles, dialogue choices, and an atmospheric story that rewards careful exploration and curiosity.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Story-Rich
Best for
Fans of story‑driven puzzle adventures
Fans of retro adventure puzzles
Specifications
General
msrp
$4.99−75%
$19.99
release date
2010-06-19
2017-03-30
Specifications
developer
Capcom
Terrible Toybox
publisher
Capcom
Terrible Toybox
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
50/100
83/100+66%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative time‑rewind mechanic
  • Charming characters and humor
  • High‑quality hand‑drawn visuals
  • Engaging, self‑contained story
  • Clever writing and humor
  • Rich, atmospheric pixel art
  • Multiple characters add depth to puzzles
  • Strong nostalgic appeal for classic adventure fans
Cons
  • Limited replay value after puzzles are solved
  • Occasional trial‑and‑error frustration
  • No multiplayer or online features
  • Some puzzles can be obtuse
  • Occasional pacing slowdowns
  • Limited replayability after story completion
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