Scrutinized

Scrutinized puts you in the shoes of Luna Youngman, a skilled criminal analyst who spends her days sorting through evidence and her nights fighting to survive. By combining methodical casework with nerve-wracking home defense, the experience demands attention to detail, quick thinking, and the ability to remain calm under constant pressure. What begins as a desk job quickly becomes a psychological battle, testing your ability to stay focused while knowing danger is never far away.

Investigate with Precision

Each session begins with a series of cases requiring in-depth review. You’ll sift through public records, analyze photographs, and connect suspicious behavior to potential crimes. Every choice matters — mark someone as dangerous without enough proof, and you risk wasting precious time. Let a threat slip through unnoticed, and the consequences could arrive at your doorstep. Staying organized is crucial, as cases may contain misleading information designed to throw you off balance. The more you learn to recognize patterns and discard irrelevant data, the faster and more accurately you’ll work.

• Cross-reference evidence: Match reports, IDs, and witness accounts to confirm or dismiss threats.
• Prioritize tasks: Not all cases are equally urgent — focus on the ones that matter most.
• Balance speed and accuracy: Hesitation wastes time, but rushing can lead to fatal mistakes.
• Spot false leads: Some evidence is intentionally misleading, forcing sharper judgment.

Survive the Night

Once darkness falls, the game shifts from quiet analysis to immediate danger. Your home becomes a target, and you must secure every point of entry while continuing to process cases. Listen for footsteps, watch for movement in the shadows, and act fast before intruders breach your defenses. Every sound is a potential clue, and your ability to read the environment can mean the difference between life and death. This creates a constant back-and-forth between investigation and survival, where even a few seconds of inattention could be fatal.

1. Lock doors and windows: Regularly check them as intruders can reopen them without warning.
2. Monitor security cameras: Catch threats early and plan your next move.
3. Use light strategically: Darkness hides you, but it also hides them.
4. Listen for audio cues: Creaks, knocks, or rustling may signal a nearby intruder.

Dynamic Threats and Replayability

No two runs are identical. The identities, patterns, and behaviors of suspects change each time, making prediction difficult. The procedural case system keeps investigations fresh, while the survival aspect adapts to your playstyle, ensuring escalating tension and unpredictability. You may master one run only to find the next is entirely different, with new suspects, altered break-in patterns, and varying difficulty spikes. This unpredictability rewards adaptability and persistence, keeping you engaged long after your first case is solved. If you thrive on solving puzzles under pressure while your safety hangs in the balance, Scrutinized delivers an experience that will test both your intellect and your nerves.