High on Life 2 throws you into an unexpected murder mystery aboard the Pinkline Panacea cruise ship. After tracking down billionaire Larry Pinkstock, you’ll witness his dramatic “death” during a VIP party. Now you need to solve who killed him. Here’s your complete guide to finding all clues and correctly identifying the murderer—plus how to unlock the “Columbo in Space” achievement.
Do You Need to Solve the Murder Mystery?
Short answer: No, but you should!
You can skip the entire investigation by pressing the red button at the center of the room and selecting “Who Cares?” This progresses the story normally toward the final boss fight.
However, solving the murder mystery correctly unlocks the “Columbo in Space” trophy/achievement. Moreover, it’s one of the most entertaining missions in High on Life 2, so take the time to enjoy it!
Who Killed Larry Pinkstock? (Answer)
O.B. Oberon is the murderer. The perfume-wearing opera star killed Larry Pinkstock for revenge after he caused her brother’s death.
When you’re ready to accuse someone, bang the gavel at the center of the room. Then select these exact options:
Correct Accusation Sequence:
- O.B. Oberon
- “Because Pinkstock is responsible for her brother’s death”
- “She’s wearing a rosy perfume”
- “She won a shooting competition trophy”
- “Nobody else could have fired the shot”
Consequently, getting all five selections correct unlocks the Columbo in Space achievement and reveals the full truth behind Pinkstock’s staged murder.
All 13 Murder Mystery Clues and Locations
Before you can solve the case, you need to collect physical evidence scattered around the VIP room. Use the checklist below to track down every clue:
Clue Locations Checklist
Clue #1 – Music Class Photo
- Location: On the side table next to the stage where Pinkstock was murdered
- Significance: Shows O.B. Oberon’s connection to her brother
Clue #2 – Inhaler
- Location: Inside the giant cake (punch holes until you find it near the prince)
- Significance: Reveals medical information about suspects
Clue #3 – Stains on Body
- Location: Interact with Larry Pinkstock’s corpse on stage
- Significance: Yellow stains provide forensic details
Clue #4 – Detention Slip
- Location: Behind the evidence counter in the middle of the room
- Significance: Links suspects to past incidents
Clue #5 – Medical ID Card
- Location: On the toppled-over sofa near the middle (Edeline Moss’s card)
- Significance: Confirms medical backgrounds
Clue #6 – Crime Evidence Photo
- Location: Under the sofa near the middle (walk into it to move it)
- Significance: Shows Richard Twelfth the Eighth’s criminal history
Clue #7 – Admiral Sessions Military Order
- Location: Beside the cupboard near the middle sofa
- Significance: Reveals military connections
Clue #8 – 500,000 Peso Check
- Location: Right side of the counter behind O.B. Oberon
- Significance: Payment from Pinkstock to Oberon for closing a school
Clue #9 – Honorable Service Record
- Location: Back side of the counter behind O.B. Oberon
- Significance: Military experience documentation
Clue #10 – Milk Carton
- Location: Middle area near the entrance (spilled milk)
- Significance: Environmental detail
Clue #11 – Newspaper Clipping
- Location: Small table near the entrance
- Significance: Background on recent events
Clue #12 – Divorce Decree
- Location: Showcase shelf left of Admiral Sessions
- Significance: Personal motive information
Clue #13 – Sharpshooting Competition Trophy
- Location: Showcase shelf right of Admiral Sessions
- Significance: Proves firearm expertise
How to Solve the Murder Mystery
After collecting all 13 clues, follow these steps:
Investigation Process:
- Talk to all four suspects: Admiral Sessions, O.B. Oberon, Richard Twelfth the Eighth, and Edeline Moss
- Exhaust every dialogue option with each suspect
- Talk to them again—new dialogues appear based on other conversations
- Use Travis to detect who’s wearing the rosy perfume
- Connect firearm experience to the shooting competition trophy
- Link motives to the collected evidence
Furthermore, the game provides a helpful checklist called “Suit-O Assist” on the right side of your screen. This tracks relevant information as you discover it, making it easier to piece together the solution.
Key Evidence Pointing to O.B. Oberon
Why Oberon is the Killer:
- Rosy Perfume: Travis detects this scent near Pinkstock’s body, matching Oberon
- Firearm Experience: The 500,000 peso check reveals she’s connected to military/shooting backgrounds
- Motive: Pinkstock closed the school where her brother worked, leading to his death
- Opportunity: She had access to the VIP party and Travis (the murder weapon)
Additionally, the music class photo and newspaper clipping provide context about her brother’s tragic fate, establishing the revenge motive.
What Happens After You Solve It?
Once you correctly identify O.B. Oberon as the murderer, a major twist reveals that Larry Pinkstock is still alive—the corpse was only his clone. However, the Button’s Gluttons gang crashes the party, leading to the real boss fights against Tiffany and eventually Kreg Button.
Tips for Getting Columbo in Space Achievement
Achievement Requirements:
- Find all 13 pieces of evidence
- Talk to every suspect and exhaust all dialogues
- Select the correct killer (O.B. Oberon)
- Choose all five correct justification options in order
Moreover, the achievement description cheekily asks, “You didn’t cheat, right?” So make sure you’re genuinely solving the mystery rather than just following a guide on your first playthrough for maximum enjoyment!
Final Thoughts
The Larry Pinkstock murder mystery stands out as one of High on Life 2’s most creative missions. While you can skip it entirely, solving the case rewards you with the Columbo in Space achievement and a satisfying conclusion to an entertaining detective sequence.
Ready to put O.B. Oberon behind bars? Collect those clues, interrogate your suspects, and bring justice to the Pinkline Panacea!
Frequently Asked Questions
O.B. Oberon killed Larry Pinkstock. She wore the rosy perfume detected on the body, had firearm experience from a shooting competition, and murdered him for revenge after Pinkstock caused her brother’s death.
There are 13 pieces of physical evidence scattered around the VIP room, including photos, medical cards, a trophy, divorce papers, a check, newspaper clippings, and more. You must find all of them to solve the case correctly.
After selecting O.B. Oberon, choose these options in order: (1) “Because Pinkstock is responsible for her brother’s death,” (2) “She’s wearing a rosy perfume,” (3) “She won a shooting competition trophy,” (4) “Nobody else could have fired the shot.”
No, you need all 13 pieces of evidence and must exhaust all dialogue options with every suspect. Additionally, you must select O.B. Oberon with all correct justifications. Missing any element will prevent the achievement from unlocking.
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