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The Case of Maneki

The Case of Maneki is a Detective game about a Maneki Neko, or lucky cat, following his adopted guardian to find the truth that is hidden between a series of gruesome murders.

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Zmakesgames
Publisher
Zmakesgames
Release
March 20, 2022
4 years and 136 days ago
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The Case of Maneki is a Detective game about a Maneki Neko, or lucky cat, following his adopted guardian to find the truth that is hidden between a series of gruesome murders.
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You play as Kichiro and Nobutoshi, the detective and the apprentice of the city. With murders being committed at every corner, it is up to you to solve this case that traces back to years ago.


  • Explore different worlds and learn about each of their cultures
  • Meet many colorful characters of all kinds
  • A compelling and custom artwork
  • Notebook updates when solving cases and meeting new yokai
  • Uncover and solve cases on a variety of different yokai
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