Find the murderer in this AI-powered 1920s whodunit. Interrogate suspects with rich personalities and piece together clues in procedurally generated cases. Experience infinite replayability as you roleplay a detective in this unique blend of deduction, strategy, and AI-driven storytelling.
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We're utilizing cutting-edge AI services for our NPC dialogues, which adds an exciting but unpredictable element to our game infrastructure. Early Access allows us to gather crucial data on player engagement and service usage, helping us optimize our systems and ensure a smooth, enjoyable experience for all players upon full release.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate an Early Access period of up to 6 months. This timeframe should provide sufficient data to fine-tune our pricing model and infrastructure, ensuring the best possible experience for our players.”

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

“We are planning to continuously refine gameplay systems based on player feedback. To balance the ongoing costs of our AI services, we intend to implement a replenishable credit system in the future.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Our Early Access version is feature-complete and polished. Players can enjoy the full murder mystery experience with AI-driven NPCs, procedurally generated cases, and all planned gameplay elements.”

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

“Depending on the usage data we collect during Early Access, pricing may be adjusted. Our goal is to find the sweet spot that keeps the game accessible while covering our operational costs. We'll keep the community informed of any changes.”

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

“Community feedback is invaluable to us. We're keen to hear players' thoughts on NPC behavior, gameplay mechanics, and overall experience. This input will directly influence our refinements and help shape the final version of the game. We'll actively engage with our players through Steam forums, Discord, social media and email.”
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About This Game

Step into the glittering world of 1920s high society, where secrets lurk behind every champagne flute and murder is the latest fashion. Murder Mystery Mayhem AI is an innovative AI-enhanced detective game that puts you in the shoes of a seasoned sleuth tasked with unraveling deadly mysteries.

Overview

In this unique blend of classic whodunit and cutting-edge AI technology, you'll interrogate suspects, explore richly detailed environments, and piece together clues to catch the killer before they strike again. With procedurally generated cases, each playthrough offers a fresh challenge and infinite replayability.

Important: A constant internet connection is required to play due to the integration of third-party AI services.

Key Features

  • AI-Powered Characters: Engage in dynamic text-based conversations with suspects brought to life by advanced AI. Each character has a distinct personality, motives, and secrets to uncover.

  • Procedural Mysteries: Every case is unique, with randomized suspects, alibis, motives, and murder weapon. No two playthroughs are ever the same!

  • Retro Pixel Art Charm: Immerse yourself in beautifully crafted 2D top-down environments that capture the essence of the Roaring Twenties with a nostalgic pixel art style.

  • Roleplay Your Detective: Choose your approach - be a hardboiled investigator, a charismatic charmer, or anything in between. Your style affects how suspects respond to you.

  • Explore and Investigate: Search for clues in various locations set on a luxurious estate. Every detail could be the key to cracking the case.

  • Deduction Gameplay: Analyze contradictory statements, cross-reference alibis, and use your wit to piece together the truth.

  • Arrest the Culprit: When you think you've solved the case, make your accusation - but be sure you have the evidence to back it up!

Gameplay Experience

As you dive into each new case, you'll find yourself in a world where jazz plays softly in the background and danger lurks in every shadow. Explore meticulously designed levels, each with its own story to tell. Investigate the Grand Hall, the Gardens, and the Library, each filled with potential clues and suspects.

Your detective skills will be put to the test as you interrogate a colorful cast of characters, from flamboyant socialites to tight-lipped butlers. Engage in nuanced chat conversations where every word counts. Can you spot the inconsistencies in their stories?

As you gather evidence and testimonies, use your detective's journal to keep track of clues and form your theories. But be careful - the killer is watching, and time is running out!

A New Mystery Every Time

Murder Mystery Mayhem AI's procedural generation ensures that each case is a brand new challenge. The victim, killer, the cause of death, the gallery of suspects and other facts are all randomly determined, creating a unique puzzle for you to solve every time you play. Will you be able to see through the lies and misdirection to catch the culprit?

Dive into the glamour and intrigue of the 1920s, where every flapper has a secret and every gentleman has a motive. Can you unmask the killer before they strike again? Your adventure in Murder Mystery Mayhem AI awaits!

AI Generated Content Disclosure

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

When players interact with characters in the game, their conversations are processed through an AI system that generates responses in real-time.

While the majority of the game's visual elements, including all character designs, are created by human artists, some in-game images are generated using AI. These may be swapped for human created art in the future.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Murder Mystery Mayhem contains themes and content suitable for mature audiences. As a detective game set in the 1920s, it revolves around murder investigations and discussions of various criminal activities. The game includes cartoonish depictions of dead bodies and blood, which are shown in the intro and outro scenes. These scenes can be skipped for those who prefer not to view them. Given the historical setting, the game also features period-appropriate depictions of alcohol and tobacco use.
Throughout the gameplay, players will encounter mature themes including murder, deception, and other criminal activities. While the art style is retro and cartoonish, the subject matter is intended for mature players. It's important to note that there are no explicit depictions of sexual content, sexual assault, drug abuse, or self-harm in the game.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 or later
    • Processor: Dual-core CPU @ 2.0 GHz
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: OpenGL 2.1 / OpenGL ES 2.0 compatible
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 500 MB available space
    • Sound Card: Basic audio output device
    • Additional Notes: This game uses Godot's GL Compatibility mode and should run on most systems with basic OpenGL support. Performance may vary on older hardware.
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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