Sharpe Investigations: Death on the Seine vs The Dagger of Amon Ra

Journalist‑turned‑food critic Taryn Sharpe and her photographer assistant George Haske travel to Paris to cover the opening of the city’s hottest new restaurant, Le Roi Soleil. When they arrive, they find the celebrated chef dead under suspicious circumstances, and the police quickly label it a suicide. Determined to uncover the truth, Taryn and George dive into a classic whodunit, interrogating suspects, gathering clues, and piecing together a culinary conspiracy that threatens to stay hidden forever.

Laura Bow, fresh out of college, joins a New York newspaper and is sent to investigate the theft of a priceless Egyptian artifact from a museum. The investigation quickly turns deadly when a guest is murdered during the opening party, and Laura finds herself locked in with a killer on the loose. The game blends intricate puzzle solving, suspect interrogation, and atmospheric storytelling in a fully hand‑drawn 1990s adventure style. Players must gather clues, piece together motives, and uncover the truth behind the dagger and the series of murders.

• Engaging mystery plot with twists
• Beautiful hand‑drawn visuals
• Varied puzzles that reward observation
• Strong character writing and humor

• Engaging mystery storyline
• Complex character interactions
• Beautiful hand‑drawn art style
• Challenging puzzles with logical solutions

• Limited replayability after solving the case
• Some dialogue can feel lengthy
• Pacing slows in later chapters

• Interface can feel dated to new players
• Limited hint system may cause frustration
• Some dialogue paths are dead‑ends requiring reloads