In Criminal Chronicles, you play as a hard-boiled private detective named Max Marlowe in the gritty city of Duskport. When a prominent city official is found murdered under mysterious circumstances, it's up to you to navigate the dark underbelly of the city, interrogate suspects, unravel conspiracies, and solve a web of interconnected crimes. Prepare yourself for a thrilling journey laden with danger, suspense, and unexpected twists.