Cold Case: The Red Dress Murder
A desktop-detective mystery where you’re tasked with investigating an unsolved murder. Scour case files and use logic and deduction to discover the truth of a thrilling story.
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A woman in a red dress was found murdered and the trail has gone cold. It’s been 16 years and the killer was never caught. Now it's the year 2000, and the investigation just caught a lucky break: You.
Use your state-of-the-art computer to examine a series of case files and search databases to gather information. Then, using keywords you find in your investigation, piece together statements that explain what really happened. Evidence doesn’t lie, and it’s up to you to read between the lines to discover the truth.
Good luck, Detective.
Uncover the truth one word at a time
Each case file will require you to make a conclusion of what happened, how it happened, and who was involved. Use the information and keywords you've gathered to complete each statement to unlock new case files.
Information hidden in plain sight
Utilize databases to extend your investigation to discover key information not found elsewhere.
Investigate to the beat of your own drum
Get into the detective mindset with a music player full of themed music to help you focus.
