Killed Until Dead

About

Killed Until Dead is a text-driven murder mystery game where you play a detective figuring out a whodunit through dialogue and deduction. Released in 1986, it tasks you with exploring a grid-based layout, questioning suspects, and collecting evidence to piece together the killer’s identity. The gameplay leans heavily on logic puzzles and careful note-taking, requiring you to cross-reference alibis and physical clues. While the interface is minimal, text commands with basic graphics, the core loop of investigate, hypothesize, and test theories remains sharp. The game stands out as one of the earliest digital adaptations of Cluedo-style mysteries, offering a lean but challenging experience. Its retro charm and reliance on pure deduction appeal to fans of old-school logic puzzles. Though not widely discussed today, it holds a niche spot in early adventure gaming history. The lack of modern comforts like save states makes it a test of patience, but the satisfaction of solving the case with only your own reasoning feels earned.