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Vaudeville
Vaudeville is an experimental whodunit game based on the latest AI technologies to generate dialogues in real time. This tale of murder, suspense and absurdity unfolds as you play, and you are the protagonist.
All Reviews:
Mixed (217) - 56% of the 217 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
Jun 30, 2023
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Publisher:
BBS Games AB

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Features
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing
Connects to 3rd-Party Service for AI Content Generation: Inworld AI
Languages:
Interface Full Audio Subtitles
English ✔ ✔ ✔
French ✔
Italian ✔
German ✔
Spanish - Spain ✔
Japanese ✔
Korean ✔
Simplified Chinese ✔
Dutch ✔
Portuguese - Portugal ✔
Russian ✔
Ukrainian ✔
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Includes 12 Steam Achievements
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Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“This is a cutting edge game, that relies on technologies rarely tested in the gaming field.
The player has to find the culprit of a series of murders, by talking to different characters, whose dialogues are generated by an AI based on the instructions they have received from the developers.
It may take some time before we get everything right, therefore we want to have as much help and feedback from the community as possible.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The official release is scheduled for Q1 2024.
We were expecting to release the game earlier, but due to the great success and feedback we have received, we have decided to delay the release. More information on the exact date will be announced soon.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We are working to improve the quality of the dialogues based on the feedback we received during the Early Access period. We are improving the visuals, sounds and interactions. Adding more advanced features to our characters, such as the ability to remember previous dialogue and facts. We are adding elements that give a sense of progression to the game.
We are working to make the game playable for everyone, regardless of hardware, language, impairments, and with any type of control method.
We are also creating new stories and considering adding procedural features to increase the replay value of the game.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Currently, the player can interact with 12 NPCs and visit 9 different locations.
The player can obtain all the elements to solve the current mystery, which will be different in the final version.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“We want to give our Early Access users the best possible deal because we need their help.
The price of the base game will not change after the final release, but Early Access users will receive free or heavily discounted future content.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“The community can join our public discord server to brainstorm new ideas and give feedback on the current features of the game:
They can also select the BETA channel on the Steam client to test the latest iteration of the game.”
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Just Updated

2023-08-30: NOW WITH SPEECH RECOGNITION SUPPORTED IN 12 LANGUAGES

ENGLISH
CHINESE
SPANISH
ITALIAN
GERMAN
KOREAN
FRENCH
JAPANESE
PORTUGUESE
DUTCH
UKRAINIAN
RUSSIAN

About This Game

The answer is hidden in plain sight, you just need to ask the right questions.

Vaudeville is a groundbreaking, narrative-driven detective game that immerses you in the heart of Europe, in a bustling city renowned for its captivating charm. As the famed private investigator, Detective Martini, use your wit and intuition to uncover the intricate secrets lurking within this city's vibrant streets and shadowy corners.

In Vaudeville, you're thrown into a complex web of murder, deceit, and intrigue. And the innovation doesn't stop there.

Vaudeville uses advanced AI technology to create dialogues in real-time. You can interact with the city's intriguing inhabitants using natural language, either by typing or talking into the microphone. Every conversation, every interaction, is unique to your game, offering an unrivalled level of immersion.

Investigate the brutal murders of three individuals, each with their own harrowing story. As you explore, you'll encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own secrets to hide. From the enigmatic lion tamer, Monsieur Saxabar, the beguiling burlesque dancer, Marina H, the secretive widow, Mrs Potter, to the arrogant nobleman, Count Gravesen - everyone is a suspect.

Explore exquisite locales, from the enchanting Cabane Violette, the chaotic Circus Saxabar, the eerily beautiful Gravesen Manor, to the mysterious wilderness of the Blackwoods. Collect clues and engage in gripping dialogues to unveil the truth.

Step into Vaudeville, a world where art and music conceal a tale of murder and deceit.

The truth is just a conversation away. Can you solve the mystery before it's too late?

::: THIS GAME REQUIRES AN INTERNET CONNECTION TO PLAY :::

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

This game includes dialogues generated with the help of a conversational AI and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

System Requirements

Windows
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 and Windows 11
    • Processor: Intel Core i5 2.5 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1050 / AMD RX550
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: This game requires an internet connection to play
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 and Windows 11
    • Processor: Intel Core i7 2.8GHz / AMD Ryzen 7
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia RTX 1080 / AMD 6600
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: This game requires an internet connection to play
    Minimum:
    • OS: Ubuntu 12.04 or newer
    • Processor: Dual core from Intel or AMD at 2.8 GHz
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: AMD GCN+, NVIDIA Kepler+, or Intel HD 5000-series or newer
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 10 MB available space
    • Sound Card: OpenAL Compatible Sound Card
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