Framed for Murder at Girls' Boarding School: Was It You?

Why would anyone choose to send their child to a boarding school? Between the peer pressure, the loneliness, and the general air of snobbery, it's a tough sell. And if that's not enough, there's the added risk of being pushed out of windows! Of course, that's not the norm everywhere, but it's certainly the case in Expelled!, the latest release from inkle, the creators of Overboard.

In Expelled!, you step into the shoes of Verity Amersham, a seemingly innocent schoolgirl at Miss Mulligatawney's School for Promising Girls in 1922. When a prefect is pushed out of a window, Verity finds herself accused of attempted murder. Your mission? Clear your name by any means necessary within a single school day, as characters move and act independently around you, creating a race against time. Whether you choose to uncover the real culprit, frame someone else, or resort to using your hockey stick to clear your path, the choice is yours!

**An Inkleing** It's incredibly easy to recommend Expelled!, and that's before even mentioning Catherine Dellosa's glowing review. Inkle, the studio behind my all-time favorite mobile game, 80 Days, has once again struck gold with this murder mystery visual novel. While Expelled! features a less sinister protagonist than Overboard, you can still choose to play it straight, pin the crime on someone else, or unleash your inner teenage vigilante. And, there's a twist—you might not be as innocent as you initially appear.

You'll have to play Expelled! to uncover the full story. And if you're eager to stay updated on the best upcoming releases, you're in the right place. We've already compiled a list of the top games to look forward to in 2025, ready for you to explore!