CSI: NY

About

Take on the role of a crime scene investigator in the concrete jungle of New York City. You'll work through five distinct cases involving murder, fraud, and missing persons. Each case requires collecting physical evidence, interviewing witnesses, and piecing together timelines through forensic analysis. The interface is point-and-click with occasional mini-games for lab work and surveillance. Clues are hidden in detailed environments that mirror real-world NYC locations. The game leans heavily on the CSI brand's reputation for procedural mystery but delivers a streamlined experience compared to other entries in the series. With 2008's tech limitations, the visuals are functional but not striking. Players who enjoyed the methodical investigation loops of earlier CSI titles will find familiar ground here. It sits at 67% on Metacritic, reflecting decent but not impressive design choices. The PC port runs smoothly on modern systems with basic settings.