About This Game

The Case is Open. The Clock is Ticking. Can You Unmask the Wanted?

Step into the charming, colorful world of DETECTIVE 26, where every new game is a fresh, intriguing mystery waiting to be solved. This is your personal, quick and cozy investigative board game - designed to be the perfect blend of relaxing strategy and rewarding achievement. Whether you have five minutes between tasks or a quiet evening to solve a string of mysteries, this is your personal investigative retreat.

A Tabletop Experience

Experience the satisfying flow of a physical board game from a bird’s-eye view. Roll the dice to traverse a colorful, tile-based world where every move matters. Collect clues and uncover the evidence you need to solve the case.

Coffee-Break Mysteries

A full investigation in DETECTIVE 26 takes just 2 to 5 minutes. Perfect for short bursts of downtime. Whether you are waiting for dinner or a multiplayer lobby to fill - there is enough time to sneak in a case or two.

The Thrill of the Chase

A Wanted identity is hidden among a pool of suspects. Your mission is to gather enough evidence to identify it.

• Collect Clues: Find clue cards scattered across randomized maps, that reveal the target’s appearance, habits, or secrets.

• Eliminate Suspects: Use your deductive skills to cross-reference evidence and narrow down the field.

• The Turn Counter: Strategy is key, plan your moves! The clock is ticking down with every move. Will you find the final clue or take a calculated risk and accuse early?

Become a Master Investigator

Every successful accusation earns you points to increase your Investigator Rank.

• Unlock Content: Unlock new maps, abilities, cosmetic skins and many more.

• Fresh Challenges: Experience randomized map layouts and suspect placements in every session, ensuring no two cases are ever the same.

• Track Success: Monitor your win streaks and career statistics as you rise from a rookie observer to a world-class master of deduction and unlock achievements.

The next case is waiting for you…

Content Overview

• Maps: 10+ unique maps with random map generation, taking place across space and time: Small Neighbourhoods in 2026, Castles in 1426, …

• Suspects: 50 suspects and 10 suspect sets

• Abilities: 7 special abilities, each altering the way how the game is played

• Achievements: 10+ Steam achievements

• Player Models: 30+ models, like: Banana, Beer, Cow, Statue, Bubble Milk Tea, Car, Ramen Bowl, …

• More Customization: Colors, Carpets, Chairs, Tables, Decorative Props, Icons