Methods: Detective Competition
Who is The Top 1 detective?
Ratings
Age
9+
Category
Adventure
Languages
English
Thu Aug 14 2025
bug fixed
Methods: Detective Competition is the first entry in the acclaimed Methods visual novel series. The game features a unique 'detective competition' where the best minds compete for a million-dollar prize—but so do the criminals. Unlike traditional visual novels, Methods includes interactive crime investigation gameplay where players must examine evidence and answer multiple-choice questions to solve the mystery. This mobile release contains the first 20 chapters of the saga, featuring over 25 interactive scenes, a distinctive art style, and an original soundtrack that heightens the mystery.
Dinsun Expert Review
Our Expert Score
Methods: Detective Competition is a standout visual novel that actually makes you feel like a detective. While many games in the genre are purely passive, Methods incorporates interactive crime scenes where you must examine evidence and draw your own conclusions. The writing is sharp, and the premise—a competition between detectives and criminals for a million dollars—provides a fantastic framework for the 20 chapters included here.
The artwork is distinctive and fits the 'indie' vibe perfectly, while the soundtrack does a great job of building tension during the multiple-choice solutions. It feels like a labor of love, and the split-chapter mobile release makes it very easy to digest in sittings. For fans of Ace Attorney or Danganronpa, this is an essential addition to your library. It’s smart, stylish, and genuinely challenging.
Features
20 chapters of high-stakes mystery
Over 25 interactive crime scenes
Interactive multiple-choice investigation mechanics
Original soundtrack and distinctive indie artwork
Tips & Walkthrough
Always review the 'Methods' log before answering a solution. Often a small detail in the character dialogue is the key to choosing the correct multiple-choice answer.
Gameplays
Read through the story, interact with crime scenes to find clues, and present your solution by answering questions correctly to progress.
Screenshot
Q&A
This app contains Chapters 1-20 of the full story, which has been split into five parts for the mobile release.
Ratings & Reviews
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Wed Jan 24 2024 kkfnckuThis game is really awesome! It just feels like a feast to watch, the characters and plot are so good, the characters are all so different that you have to savor them for ages. Really enjoyed the story which is both long and interesting, it's like Oreos, cookies and delicious frosting all with their different flavors and endearing aspects, and discovering this game felt as happy as discovering a treasure!
Great characters
Tue Jan 23 2024 truthnogLots of clever humor and eccentric characters in this game. More story than game but I like that about it!
Some Youtube Videos found!
【Methods: The Detective Competition】Release Trailer - YouTube
TheMidcoreGamer Plays Methods: The Detective Competition - Part 1 (No Commentary Gameplay) - YouTube
Methods: Detective Competition - Gameplay | Android Apk iOS #MethodsDetectiveCompetition #strategy - YouTube
Methods: The Canada Files First Look Trailer - YouTube
METHODS THE DETECTIVE COMPETITION + METHODS THE ILLUSION MURDERS Gameplay Walkthrough FULL GAME - YouTube
Methods: Detective Competition - Gameplay ( Chepter 1 & 2) (Android, iOS) - YouTube
Deduction Duels in The Detective Competition (Gameplay) - YouTube
تجربة لعبة التحري والتحقيق في الجرائم | Detective Competition crime investigation gameplay - YouTube
Brotato: Premium - iOS/Android Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 (by Erabit Studios) - YouTube
【Methods: The Canada Files】 Trailer - YouTube
News found!
Methods: Detective Competition is a mystery-slash-visual novel from Erabit Studios, coming to mobile on January 22ndAs the title suggests, Methods: Detective Competition takes place within a contest where a hundred detectives have to fight to solve crimes...
Pocket Gamer Fri May 02 2025
Erabit Studios has released the first chapter in its new Methods Visual Novel series, Methods: Detective Competition. In Methods: Detective...
Pocket Gamer Mon Jun 02 2025
Methods: Detective Competition review - " A humorous visual novel with crime solving elements"Methods: Detective Competition is an engaging visual novel with humorous characters and unique crimes to solve.
Pocket Gamer Mon Jun 02 2025
Methods: Detective Competition is the latest release from Erabit Studios. It's a visual novel that sees you putting your detective skills to...
Pocket Gamer Mon Jun 02 2025
Out Now: 'Atelier Resleriana', 'Ugly', 'Yuppie Psycho', 'Abyssrium Match', 'Ponpu', 'Methods: Detective Competition', 'Re ...Each and every day new mobile games are hitting the App Store, and so each week we put together a big old list of all the best new releases...
TouchArcade Mon Jun 02 2025
Methods 2: Secrets and Death, sequel to the popular visual novel, will release later this monthAfter releasing a thrilling first part in January, Erabit Studios as back for round two as Methods 2: Secrets and Death is announced.
Pocket Gamer Sat Aug 02 2025
Erabit Studios is bringing roguelike Lost Potato: Premium to mobileErabit Studios, the developer behind Brotato, is launching a new potato-themed mobile game later this month. Currently set to be released on...
Pocket Gamer Wed Jul 02 2025
