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Mute

"Mutes" is a live-action mystery game. From a third-person perspective, you will make critical choices, engage in deductive reasoning to communicate for the protagonist, and perform quick-time reactions to survive a murder mystery.

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January 9, 2026
205 days ago
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About the Game

"Mute" is a live-action mystery game. Its distinctive black-and-white visuals justify the "Colorless" title, while the "Silent" concept is revealed through gameplay. From a third-person perspective, you will make critical choices, engage in deductive reasoning to communicate for the protagonist, and perform quick-time reactions to survive a murder mystery.

Deduction

Players need to examine and search for various clues to uncover the truth of the entire event.

Choices

At key decision points, players must make choices that determine the direction of the story.

Judgment

During certain stages, players must decide how to respond to progress the plot.

Gestures

Throughout the game, players must learn sign language to solve puzzles at critical moments.