A $9.99 mystery game concept — purchase-intent survey

We are considering a text-first mystery where you question suspects in your own words.

The proposed game contains one authored case with a fixed culprit, evidence, solution, and win/loss rules. AI generates suspect dialogue only; it does not invent the culprit, canonical evidence, or solution.

The current concept targets 45–60 minutes, with three suspects and up to 60 questions in total. Internet access would be required. No voice, 3D graphics, unlimited chat, or personalized case-writing service.

Proposed one-time price: US$9.99.

This game has not been built. This is a voluntary, non-binding survey—not a checkout, preorder, reservation, or promise of release. No payment or contact details are requested.

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Are you aged 18 or over, comfortable reading English, and willing to take this voluntary concept survey?

Yes, all three apply.

No.

In the past 12 months, have you personally paid for a mystery, deduction, or interactive-fiction game? Exclude free downloads, gifts, and subscription-only access.

Yes, one game.

Yes, two or more games.

No.

Not sure / prefer not to answer.

Have you already submitted a response to this exact survey?

No.

Yes.

Not sure.

Based only on the concept described above, which best reflects your current willingness to spend US$9.99 of your own money on one completed case?

I would choose to buy one case for US$9.99, assuming it works as described.

I would need a playable demo or independent reviews before deciding.

I might buy it, but only at a lower price.

I would try it only if it were free.

I would not choose it, even if it were free.

I am unsure.

What is the main reason you would not currently choose this at US$9.99?

I need evidence that the mystery and dialogue work well.

The price is too high for one short case.

I do not want AI-generated dialogue.

The question limit is too restrictive.

I prefer voice, graphics, or another presentation style.

I do not want an internet-dependent game.

I already have alternatives I prefer.

I am not interested in this type of experience.

Another reason / prefer not to say.

If the same mystery used a fixed menu of questions instead of letting you type your own questions, how would that affect your willingness to pay US$9.99?

I would be much less willing to pay.

I would be somewhat less willing to pay.

It would make no difference.

I would be more willing to pay.

I cannot judge.

Separately from paying: if a free demo of this concept existed, would you want to try it?

Yes.

No.

Unsure.