Karisvale - Gameplay, Reviews & Similar Games

Your next job awaits in Karisvale, detective. Will you fulfill your duty? Or become lost in the mystery... Explore a retro top-down world, question its citizens, and collect hidden items to uncover Karisvale's dark secret.

Developed by Brendan Tighe · Published by Brendan Tighe

Karisvale has about 183 positive and 12 negative player reviews out of a total 195. We'll add a detailed breakdown here when there are more reviews.

94%

positive of 195 player reviews

From the Devs

Karisvale is a narrative-driven top-down mystery game where you assume the role of Shaymus O’Malley, a seasoned detective who has been summoned by the mayor of Karisvale to find a missing citizen. You must explore the town of Karisvale, question its citizens, and piece together what exactly is going on in this uncanny game.

A Plethora of Interesting Characters, Each with Unique Motives

Every citizen features branching dialogue paths that allow you to form your own conclusions in this gripping, cryptic narrative. Karisvale tells a non-linear story and it is up to you to piece it together.

Unravel the Lore Through Collectibles

Exploring Karisvale will net you hidden Dead Flowers that contain information on the history of where they were found. Find Dead Flowers in hidden rooms, through puzzles, and by talking to the townsfolk. I wonder what might happen if you collect them all...

Additional Features

A mesmerizing original soundtrack

Authentic 2D art style with modernized twists

Beautiful handcrafted locations to explore

A short but condensed game, suitable for a single sitting

Created mostly by one person, in the Unity engine, in the past year

Inspirations include the Lavender Town creepypasta, Doki Doki Literature Club, and the film, Shutter Island

Runs perfectly on Steam Deck!

Back of the Box

Platforms	Windows
Achievements	11
Age ratings	ClassInd (Brazil) L IGRS (Indonesia) 3 Steam (Germany) 0
Controller support	Xbox
Controller required	No
DLC / extras	1 listed on Steam
Website	Official website