Collider ranks nine video games that use noir themes, from direct detective stories to more surreal or comic interpretations. The article argues that noir’s moral ambiguity, cinematic atmosphere and intricate plotting have translated effectively across genres including action, adventure and role-playing games.

– ‘Killer7’ (2005) is ranked ninth for its surreal assassin narrative, unconventional controls and subsequent cult reputation.
– ‘Discworld Noir’ (1999) is eighth, combining Terry Pratchett-style humour with parodies of classic films such as ‘Casablanca’ and ‘The Maltese Falcon’.
– ‘L.A. Noire’ (2011) is seventh; set in 1947 Los Angeles, its detective investigations and film-inspired presentation made it the first game selected for the Tribeca Film Festival.
– The ranking treats noir as a flexible influence rather than a fixed game genre.