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As Richard Elmstat, investigate your murdered father's case by exploring locations, collecting clues, questioning people, and solving puzzles.
Released 10 Feb 2020
Investigate Father's Murder
Search for Clues
Solve Inventory Puzzles
Metaphobia is an investigative mystery game in the style of classic 1990’s point-and-click adventures. Take control of Richard Elmstat in his journey to solve his father's murder.
Developed by Digital Mosaic Games · Published by Digital Mosaic Games





Richard Elmstat takes up the investigation into his father Carl’s murder after the case is seemingly closed with a thief’s conviction. Richard suspects his father’s political rival and sets out to uncover what happened.
Explore locations, inspect objects, gather clues, speak with characters, and solve point-and-click puzzles to move the investigation forward.
The story is presented with retro pixel graphics, rotoscoped animations, a full voice cast, and a soundtrack as Richard follows the case toward its hidden truth.
Players who enjoy Metaphobia often praise its pixel art and animation, voice acting, music, and suspenseful mystery. Some also find the puzzles satisfying and the story engaging, while other reviews criticize puzzle solutions as unclear and the story’s pacing or ending as disappointing; reactions to the writing and voice performances vary.
| Platforms | Windows |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 6 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Website | Official website |