Methods 4: The Best Detective - A Quirky Crime Thriller Visual Novel
The Methods series of crime thriller visual novels continues with its fourth installment, upping the ante as the story races towards its conclusion. Available now on iOS and Android, Methods 4 throws you back into the high-stakes competition of 100 detectives vying for a million-dollar prize.
Solving crimes requires sharp minds and experienced professionals – criminologists, forensic pathologists, and analysts using deductive reasoning. But in the world of Methods, 100 eccentric detectives are thrown together in a bizarre contest. Success means a million dollars for the detectives; failure means the same reward for the world's most cunning criminals, along with parole regardless of their crimes.
This fourth part plunges you deeper into the conflict with the masterminds behind this unusual game. You'll use deductive reasoning, analyze crime scenes, and answer questions to uncover the methods and motives of the perpetrators.
A Unique Release Strategy:
Methods employs an unconventional release strategy, dividing a single game into multiple parts. However, each part is affordably priced at just $0.99, making it easy to try the series without a significant financial commitment. With only one more part remaining, the tension is undeniably rising.
Bizarre Art Style and Gameplay:
The game boasts a distinctive art style and gameplay mechanics seemingly inspired by visual novels like Danganronpa. Interestingly, it comes from the same studio behind titles like Brotato, showcasing a significant departure in genre.
Want to Learn More?
Unsure if Methods is for you? Read Jack Brassel's review of the first installment to get a feel for this unique blend of crime thriller and visual novel. It offers a quirky take on the genre and is well worth checking out.