Murder Is Game Over is a murder mystery whodunit video game series developed and publisher by HitherYon Games. The series chronicles the adventures of Detective Guy and his unusual partner, Cleo the clue-sniffing dog. Together the duo will solve intriguing and baffling cases, often tinged with spooky, supposedly supernatural doings, as well as serio-comic video game subculture.

The gameplay emphasizes exploration as our detectives work in tandem to search eerie locations, discover important clues, speak with strange suspects, and uncover hidden secrets. After gathering enough evidence, each game ends with a denouement scene where the player is asked questions about the case as Guy explains how the crime was committed and unmasks the killer. The series offers a unique mix of adventure, RPG, visual novel, puzzle, horror, and walking simulator game genres, including specific mini-games customized for each individual case.

Creator Matthew Myers is a life-long mystery fan, having grown up on classics like Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie, Scooby-Doo, and The Kindaichi Case Files. He first envisioned a murder mystery game with fantasy-inspired world discovery to create a sense of wonder and suspense. Each title is a complete stand-alone story and can be played in any order. Garnering acclaim from players and journalists alike, we hope that Murder Is Game Over piques the interest of gamers and mystery fans everywhere!