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About A Case of Fraud
A Case of Fraud is a short, non‑linear detective adventure that tasks you with uncovering the disappearance of a startup CEO. The game supplies a large collection of documents from the CEO’s home and office, letting you piece together identities, motives, and a fraudulent scheme.
The experience focuses on deep reading rather than hidden‑object hunting, allowing you to explore evidence in any order and form your own theories. Hand‑drawn art created in Procreate and the inclusion of cute pet companions add visual charm to the complex case.
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Open‑ended Narrative
The story is delivered through a set of documents instead of scripted scenes, so you decide which file to read first. This non‑linear delivery means progression exists in your mind rather than through forced sequences.
Because there is no hand‑holding, you must actively connect clues and construct deductions, mirroring the open‑ended style of narrative deduction games.
- Take brief notes on each document’s author and date to spot patterns.
- Cross‑reference overlapping details across files to reveal hidden links.
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Document‑Based Investigation
All clues appear as readable documents—emails, reports, personal notes—without hidden objects to hunt. The puzzle lies in interpreting the information that is provided.
Your task is to decipher these texts, identify missing identities, and assemble a logical chain that explains the fraud and the CEO’s disappearance.
- Highlight recurring names to track relationships.
- Watch for date or figure inconsistencies that may indicate deception.
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Freedom of Exploration
The game does not enforce a linear path; any folder or file can be examined at any time. This freedom encourages you to follow personal curiosity rather than a preset route.
Because the game is playable without timed input, you can take as much time as needed to read and reflect on each piece of evidence.
- Start with the most recent documents to establish a timeline.
- Revisit earlier files after new information emerges for fresh insights.
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Cute Pet Identities
Each employee has an adorable animal companion whose identity you must also deduce. These pets form a light‑hearted layer of the narrative puzzle.
Identifying the pets can provide additional context about staff members and may hint at hidden connections within the company’s culture.
- Match pet descriptions with employee profiles for clues.
- Notice any pet‑related references in emails or meeting notes.
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Accessibility and Comfort Options
The game includes Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, and a Mouse Only Option, offering a comfortable experience for a wide range of players. Save Anytime and Steam Cloud let you pause and resume without losing progress.
Family Sharing support means the game can be accessed by multiple accounts on the same library, extending its reach to households.
- Adjust color alternatives if visual strain occurs.
- Use the Mouse Only Option for precise document navigation.
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