Crime Lab: Body of Evidence DS box art

Nintendo DS · Adventure

Crime Lab: Body of Evidence

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2010
GenreAdventure
DeveloperCI Games S.A.
PublisherCI Games S.A.
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by CI Games S.A., Crime Lab: Body of Evidence arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2010 as an adventure game.

It landed about 6 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2010 include Dragon Quest IX, Golden Sun: Dark Dawn and Ōkamiden.

CI Games S.A. also made Art of Murder: Cards of Destiny for the DS.

Crime Lab: Body of Evidence is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Crime Lab: Body of Evidence is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Crime Lab: Body of Evidence gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Crime Lab: Body of Evidence walkthroughs & guides

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Crime Lab: Body of Evidence FAQ

When did Crime Lab: Body of Evidence come out on the DS?

Crime Lab: Body of Evidence was released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.

Who made Crime Lab: Body of Evidence?

It was developed by CI Games S.A..

Is Crime Lab: Body of Evidence multiplayer?

No. Crime Lab: Body of Evidence is a single-player game.

How long does Crime Lab: Body of Evidence take to play?

As an adventure game, Crime Lab: Body of Evidence typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Crime Lab: Body of Evidence on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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