Sometimes we need a break from blasting enemies with a controller rumbling away, and a great way to do that is to play the best point and click games available on Switch and mobile platforms. Here you’ll find detective games, mysteries, sci-fi adventures, and more to keep you entertained. The world of point-and-click games offers unique storytelling and engaging puzzles that challenge your mind while providing a fun escape from traditional gaming.
If you’re not sure what to play next, fear not! We have more recommendations for you. Why not explore some of the best hidden object games or puzzle games to keep your brain engaged? Or for something a bit different, dive into city builder games on Switch that let your creativity run wild. Here are our top picks for the best point and click games on Switch and mobile.
Lil’ Guardsman – Switch
If you fancy a fun, well-animated, and humorous experience, we recommend Lil’ Guardsman. It’s akin to a Cartoon Network-ified version of Papers, Please, where you take on the role of a city guard, vetting any visitors who wish to enter.
Check out our Lil’ Guardsman review for a deeper look at the game, where a cupboard of tools is at your disposal, along with key court members – but be careful not to get on their bad side!
Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery – Switch
If you want an easy, funny, and relaxing point-and-click game, look no further than Frog Detective. The Switch game bundles together all three episodes of the Frog’s adventures, where he’s enlisted to help crack some wacky cases.
Travel to a haunted island, a mysterious woodland, and a cowboy-themed desert town to solve the problems hounding the inhabitants. The gameplay is super simple; you wander around as your froggy self, using a magnifying glass to search for clues, click on them, and investigate.
Thimbleweed Park – Switch and Mobile
A point-and-click game this may be, but it’s not a walking simulator, according to the official description. Puzzles await at every turn as you interact with your surroundings and unravel the story of Thimbleweed Park.
You’ll play as five different characters, switching between them to see various perspectives and access new areas. Each character is drawn to the town, yet they have never met before, and it’s up to you to discover the connections and mysteries that lie within.
Return to Monkey Island – Switch
Head back to the acclaimed Monkey Island series with the aptly titled Return to Monkey Island. Guybrush Threepwood is back to tackle swashbuckling puzzles and click your way across the islands.
However, something is different – new leaders on the islands mean that all is not well, and crime is increasing. Your mission is to uncover the secret of Monkey Island while dodging rival pirate crews.
Lost in Play – Switch and Mobile
Lost in Play boasts a delightful art style reminiscent of beloved cartoons, perfectly matching the game’s whimsical nature. The story follows a brother and sister duo trying to find their way back home, encountering friends, foes, and fantastical settings along the way.
The game isn’t too long, but you’ll lose yourself in puzzles and mini-games with your sibling, trading items with the people you meet. Lost in Play is available on Switch and all mobile platforms, making it perfect for on-the-go fun.
The Room – Switch and Mobile
The Room is a cornerstone of puzzle games, offering a simple yet engaging way of playing. Use the touchscreen on the Switch to manipulate objects and solve the mystery of intricate boxes.
If you want to know more, check out our The Room review from ten years on. If one game isn’t enough, there are sequels available for you to enjoy as well!
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective – Switch
Perhaps you want to be a detective but don’t want to be a frog – then Ghost Trick may be for you! You must solve your own murder after being shot and waking up as a ghostly detective.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a fantastic remake of a classic puzzly game. You only have a few hours as a ghost to figure out what happened, using objects and even manipulating time to find all the clues.
Wolf Among Us – Mobile
Telltale Games’ classic Wolf Among Us is available on mobile through the Netflix Games service. Set in the 80s around New York, you take on the role of Sheriff Bigby Wolf, who investigates a murder mystery involving modernized versions of classic fairytale characters.
As you navigate different areas and crime scenes, you’ll gather clues to uncover what truly happened in Fabletown.
Nowhere House – Mobile
Even though Nowhere House is part of the Hidden Town Escape games by Dark Dome, you can play it in any order. The legend tells of an abandoned house that welcomes anyone who enters with peril, once home to an old witch who cursed the area.
As you venture into the house, you’ll embark on a point-and-click adventure spanning three parallel worlds, helping people trapped inside find their way to freedom.
Grim Fandango Remastered – Switch
Grim Fandango Remastered brings the classic adventure to modern consoles with upgraded textures and lighting. You play as Manny Calavera, a travel agent assisting souls on their final journey while unraveling a conspiracy that leads into the afterlife.
The game draws inspiration from classic film noir and features a unique Dia de los Muertos influence in its characters and setting.
Oxenfree – Switch and Mobile
Oxenfree takes you on a thrilling journey with a group of friends who set out for a party on an island but end up investigating a ghostly rift in spacetime. Your decisions can lead to different outcomes, making each play
