DETECTIVE 26 is a relaxing, turn-based mystery board game for 5-minute investigations. Roll dice and traverse low-poly maps to gather clues. Use logic to unmask the Wanted before turns run out! Level up your rank, unlock new content, and master the art of being a true detective!

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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

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10+
    • Processor: Intel/AMD 2.4GHz and above
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Onboard GPU
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10+
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or equivalent
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Dedicated GPU
    • Storage: 1 GB available space

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