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Recursive Games LLC · Published by Recursive Games LLC · Official site ↗
Content notice: We have designed Dead On Arrival to be a crime scene investigation game that focuses on gathering evidence and solving crimes. Despite the theme of violent crimes, we have made a deliberate decision not to include explicit violence or gory scenes within the game's visuals. Instead, we want to emphasize the strategic and analytical aspects of crime scene investigation, encouraging players to use their critical thinking skills to solve complex cases.
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Step into the shoes of a CSI in Dead On Arrival, the ultimate crime scene investigation game. Analyse scenes, collect evidence, and use real-life forensic tools to solve cases. Test your problem-solving skills and uncover the truth to catch the killer. Do you have what it takes to crack the case?
Adventure, Simulation, Strategy, Casual · More free games
Step into a CSI’s role in Dead On Arrival, where you analyze evidence and solve cases using strategy and logic. Test your problem-solving skills in this adventure game that combines simulation and casual gameplay to uncover the truth.
About this game
About Dead On Arrival
Dead On Arrival is an immersive crime scene investigation game where you step into the shoes of a CSI. Your job? Analyse crime scenes, Collect critical evidence and use real life scientific methods to solve a variety of cases. With each case, You'll use forensic tools used by real life crime scene investigators to uncover clues and evidence left at the scene. Examine every detail and piece together the truth to put the killer behind bars. Created and designed to challenge your problem solving and analytical skills, Dead On Arrival offers an experience that tests your ability to think like a forensics expert. Can you gather all the evidence and crack the case using forensic science?
Gameplay Features
Immersive Experience: Dead On Arrival offers an immersive experience that challenges players to gather evidence and solve complex cases like real crime scene investigators. With realistic sounds and mechanics, players become fully immersed in the game's world.
Evidence Gathering: To convict the correct suspect, players must use various items that real crime scene investigators use to search crime scenes for evidence. The game challenges players to think critically and analyse the evidence collected to identify the suspect.
Equipment: Players use equipment like fingerprint kits, forensic lights, blood test kits and evidence bags & markers to gather and analyse evidence. With challenging cases that test their problem-solving skills, players must use all their CSI tools to find and analyse the evidence that will lead to the correct verdict.
Upgrades: Players can use money earned from completing crime scenes to upgrade their laboratory and equipment for more efficient evidence collection. This feature adds a new level of customization and incentive for players to complete more cases and become top Crime Scene Investigators.

Choose Your Own Unique Playstyle
Locations: Dead On Arrival offers a constantly changing experience with randomly generated crime scenes across multiple different maps, providing players with an engaging challenge every time they play.
Challenges: A variety of challenges to test players' skills and provide a competitive experience. With difficulties and daily/weekly challenges, players can earn rewards and recognition by completing cases. These challenges add an extra layer of excitement and engagement to the game.
Teamwork: In Dead On Arrival, there is an emphasis on teamwork, allowing players to collaborate and solve cases together with up to 3 friends. Players can search for evidence themselves or take photos of the scene, making for an engaging experience that encourages communication and cooperation.

Run & Customise Your Laboratory
Your Lab, Your Way: Make your laboratory truly your own! Customize everything including furniture and décor, creating a workspace that suits your style and needs.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10, 64 Bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070ti
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Game Disk space may vary, please keep into account that this could also change with updates!
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10, 64 bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-10700
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2070
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Forced Entry Inspection
In Dead On Arrival, you have to consider every possibility. Using the inspection view mechanic, you can examine windows and doors for signs of forced entry, be it broken glass, damaged framing, or locks that have been tampered with. Forced entry can reveal multiple key pieces of evidence in an investigation, so make sure you dust door handles for fingerprints, photograph all damage and points of impact, and measure and cast shoe impressions from the entry point and surrounding areas. Every bit of evidence you find uncovers another piece of the puzzle, and it's your job to put it all together!Read full article on Community Announcements (Recursive Games)AnnouncementsOfficial
Dead On Arrival: Fulton Heights Teaser
An apartment complex tucked away amidst the bustling city streets. Welcome to Fulton Heights, investigator.Read full article on Community Announcements (Recursive Games)AnnouncementsOfficial
Dead On Arrival Gameplay Teaser
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