Homonym: GUMSHOE (Detective)
GUMSHOE is a tabletop role-playing game designed for mystery and detective storytelling. Players take on the roles of investigators, using their skills to solve cases and uncover clues. The game emphasizes narrative and character development, allowing players to engage in collaborative storytelling.
The system is built around a unique mechanic that focuses on gathering information rather than combat. Players use a point system to activate their investigative abilities, making it easier to piece together the mystery. GUMSHOE is popular among fans of detective fiction and has inspired various adaptations and expansions, including settings like Trail of Cthulhu and Ashen Stars.