The Blame: A Detective's Puzzle Adventure

8/19/2026, 9:10:08 AM

Release date: 12/20/2018

Tags: #indie #puzzle #2d #detective

User Reviews

Score: 90%Positive
Review Count: 29 reviews
Fetched At: 8/19/2026, 9:10:08 AM

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Japan

¥ 205 (JPY)

Steam JP

$1.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Global Price: $1.99
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Key highlight

The Blame is an indie puzzle game where you play as a detective. Gather clues, interview witnesses, and piece together logic to solve crimes. Released by Basic Sloth in 2018.

Who this is for

Recommended for those who enjoy using their attention to detail and logical deduction to solve cases. Despite its simple controls, it offers deep puzzle-solving gameplay.

Details

Overview

The Blame is an indie puzzle game developed and published by Basic Sloth. Released on December 20, 2018, this single-player experience puts players in the shoes of a detective tasked with solving various crimes. The game challenges your observational skills and logical reasoning as you piece together clues to identify culprits.

Highlights

Genre: A compelling blend of puzzle and detective gameplay, focusing on investigation.
Gameplay: Players must gather evidence, compare it with suspect dossiers, interview witnesses, and construct logical chains to find the criminals.
Developer & Publisher: Created and released by the independent studio Basic Sloth.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy logic puzzles, detective mysteries, and point-and-click style investigations. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy the process of deduction, The Blame offers a satisfying challenge.