The worlds of immersive tech and true crime games have collided in compelling ways, thanks to augmented reality (AR). A fascinating development in digital storytelling, AR-powered true crime games allow users to step into historical crime scenes.
Then they can uncover evidence as if they were real-life detectives, without ever leaving home. Or in some cases they can move around the city solving crimes from the past.
True crime has long captivated audiences, offering both chills and the comfort of distance. But AR is changing the game by letting users feel closer to the crime than ever before—literally.
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True Crime Games: History, Mystery, and Innovation
Based in Melbourne, Australia, True Crime Games has pioneered this genre with titles like Eastern Market Murder and Misadventure in Little Lon.
The company has received acclaim for its innovation, winning multiple awards including the Digital Storytelling Victorian History Award, and support from Film Victoria, the State Government of Victoria, and the City of Melbourne.
