The Colour of Murder

About

The Colour of Murder follows Carol Reed as she investigates a murder mystery in Sweden tied to a troubled family and a century-old secret. Playing as the young sleuth you navigate forests tunnels and abandoned military sites using point-and-click interactions to gather clues interview suspects and solve layered puzzles. The story unfolds over four days leading up to Midsummer’s Eve blending personal stakes with historical intrigue. Dialogue choices and environmental exploration drive the investigation with no combat or time pressure, just careful observation and logic. The game builds on the series’ reputation for clever writing and atmospheric settings. With over 500,000 hours logged on Steam it appeals to fans of methodical mysteries and cozy sleuthing. The absence of action or profanity keeps the focus on character-driven storytelling while the mix of eerie locations and royal intrigue adds depth. Puzzles require attention to detail but avoid frustrating trial-and-error, a balance that’s earned the series a dedicated following over nearly two decades.

Storyline

You play the role of Carol Reed, a young English woman in her twenties who lives in Sweden. When the game starts, Carol has plans for her fourth Midsummer's Eve in Sweden, which is only three days ahead. Little does she realize that during the next few days she will encounter an adventure involving more challenging and intricate puzzles than she has overcome in any of her previous cases. It all begins when a neighbor at her allotment approaches Carol. This man suspects that his son is somehow involved in a murder. This adventure takes Carol through dark tunnels, abandoned military areas, derelict mines, and beautiful places of historical importance, leading all the way up to the Royal Family. Join Carol in uncovering the truth behind this mystery whose roots stretch back nearly 100 years! Approach the solution step by step as you uncover quirky characters and question them, enabling Carol to assemble the pieces of this singular puzzle.