Akupara Games has been prolific lately, releasing several titles. Following their recent deck-builder, Zoeti, comes The Darkside Detective, a puzzle game, and its sequel, The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark (both available simultaneously!).

Delving into the Darkside Detective Universe

The game unfolds on a misty, ominous night in Twin Lakes, a city where the strange and surreal are commonplace. Players control Detective Francis McQueen and his partner, the endearingly clumsy Officer Patrick Dooley, as they navigate the underfunded Darkside Division of the Twin Lakes Police Department.

Nine quirky cases await, each a bite-sized mystery within the humorous and bizarre world of The Darkside Detective and its equally witty sequel. Expect to encounter time travel puzzles, flesh-hungry creatures, carnival secrets, and even mafia zombies in these point-and-click adventures. See the trailer below for a glimpse!

Ready to Investigate?

The game is a playful homage to pop culture, brimming with references to classic horror films, sci-fi shows, and buddy cop movies. Case titles alone hint at the quirky gameplay: Malice in Wonderland, Tome Alone, Disorient Express, Police Farce, Don of the Dead, Buy Hard, and Baits Motel.

The game’s humor is a standout feature, woven into every pixel. The Darkside Detective is available on the Google Play Store for $6.99. A Fumble in the Dark can be played independently of the prequel, also available on Google Play.

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