
Methods: The Canada Files
A downloadable visual novel for Windows, macOS, and Linux
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In the last few stages of the Canadian detective competition, Detective Larika Downs is determined to find out who could be running such a questionable contest. Joining her are Detectives Tads, Anadyne, Struess, and Viu. By working together, will they find out the truth?
Methods: The Canada Files is a prequel visual novel to Methods: The Detective Competition. It features a new style of mystery-solving gameplay designed to present more of a challenge than the first game.
Playing Methods: The Detective Competition first is highly recommended, but not required to understand the story.

- Solve crimes with five unique methods
- Refute faulty theories with evidence
- Chinese translation
- Original soundtrack
- Get to know your teammates better with Hangouts!
| Updated | 4 days ago |
| Status | In development |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Rating | Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars (4 total ratings) |
| Author | LockedOn |
| Genre | Visual Novel |
| Made with | Ren'Py, Adobe Photoshop |
| Tags | Detective, Female Protagonist, methods, Mystery, Story Rich |
| Average session | A few hours |
| Languages | English, Chinese (Simplified) |
| Inputs | Keyboard, Mouse |
| Accessibility | Subtitles |
| Links | Homepage, Blog, YouTube |
| Content | No generative AI was used |
Purchase
In order to download this visual novel you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $19.99 USD. You will get access to the following files:
Download demo
Development log
- The Canada Files Is Complete!14 days ago
- Devlog 65: Nearing the End45 days ago
- Devlog 64: Locking In77 days ago
- Devlog 63: ArchitectureNov 26, 2025
- Devlog 62: And Now For Everything Else!Oct 31, 2025
- Devlog 61: Writing SixSep 16, 2025
- Hangouts Four & Five Released!Aug 23, 2025
- Devlog 60: Crashing WaveJul 25, 2025












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