Akupara Games has been prolific lately, releasing several titles recently. Following the launch of the deck-building game Zoeti, they've now released The Darkside Detective, a puzzle game, along with its sequel, The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark (yes, both at once!).
What's Brewing in Twin Lakes?
The game opens on a gloomy, fog-shrouded night in Twin Lakes, a city where the strange, supernatural, and utterly absurd are commonplace. Our heroes are Detective Francis McQueen and his partner, the endearingly hapless Officer Patrick Dooley.
Together, they form the Darkside Division, the perpetually underfunded unit of the Twin Lakes Police Department. You'll help them solve nine quirky cases, delving into the hilarious and bizarre world of The Darkside Detective and its equally witty sequel.
These point-and-click adventures present a diverse range of challenges, from time-travel mysteries and monstrous tentacles to carnival secrets and undead mobsters. Watch the trailer below for a glimpse of the action!
The game is a loving tribute to pop culture, brimming with references to classic horror films, sci-fi shows, and buddy cop movies. The cases themselves boast intriguing titles, including "Malice in Wonderland," "Tome Alone," "Disorient Express," "Police Farce," "Don of the Dead," "Buy Hard," and "Baits Motel."
The game's standout feature is its masterful blend of humor and pixel art. The Darkside Detective is available on the Google Play Store for $6.99. Interestingly, you can jump straight into A Fumble in the Dark without playing the prequel – find it on the Google Play Store as well.
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