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A Case of Distrust

An Open Ben · Feb 8, 2018

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.

Choose Your Own Adventure Interactive Fiction Visual Novel Detective Mystery
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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

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System requirements Windows · macOS

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7
  • Processor: 2 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
  • Storage: 1500 MB available space
  • Sound Card: N/A

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: El Capitan
  • Processor: 2 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
  • Storage: 1500 MB available space
  • Sound Card: N/A
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
An Open Ben
Brazilian rating
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Steam Germany rating
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Achievements
10
Features
Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, Mouse Only Option, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Languages
English
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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color alternatives custom volume controls playable without timed input mouse only option save anytime
Structured language support (1)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesNoNo
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Value Score

Fair Value — 67th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 67th percentile. Priced as Market at $14.99.

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Value Ratio Top 33%

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Is A Case of Distrust worth buying right now?
Wait — $14.99. Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
When does A Case of Distrust go on sale?
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Is A Case of Distrust free to play?
A Case of Distrust costs $14.99 on Steam.
What genre is A Case of Distrust?
A Case of Distrust is a Adventure, Indie game.
Who developed A Case of Distrust?
A Case of Distrust was developed by An Open Ben and published by An Open Ben.
What platforms does A Case of Distrust support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.

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