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  • TRUTH IS A DISEASE — PSYCHO-SLEUTH UNLEASHES COGNITIVE HORROR MURDER MYSTERY TODAY

    TRUTH IS A DISEASE — PSYCHO-SLEUTH UNLEASHES COGNITIVE HORROR MURDER MYSTERY TODAY

    Imagine a world where the evidence vanishes if you look left. Where every face is a stranger’s. Where nobody can tell a lie — and that makes everything more dangerous. Today, developer PHOSEPO alongside publishers Thermite Games and Smilegate STOVE releases Psycho-Sleuth — a psychological mystery where the rules of reality itself are the killer’s weapon — on PC via Steam, STOVE, and Epic Games Store.

    This isn’t just another whodunit. It’s a game where the very way you see, hear, and understand the world is twisted, broken, and infected — and only your wits can stitch it back together.

    THE TRIAL OF THE AFFLICTED

    A cult calling itself Li has seized control of reality. Their edict is unflinching: commit murder without being unmasked, and you shall ascend to godhood. Thirteen “Afflicted Ones” are gathered — each carrying a rare, potent cognitive disorder that doesn’t just affect them — it spreads, warping perception, rewriting testimony, and erasing facts from the world itself.

    These aren’t just flavour text — they are the mechanics of murder:

    • OCD / Absolute Truth — No one in this room can lie. Every statement is fact. And yet, someone is still dead. How?
    • Spatial Neglect — The entire left half of existence ceases to register. Clues vanish in plain sight; bodies are halved; rooms are incomplete.
    • Prosopagnosia — Faces dissolve into blurs. You can’t recognise your allies — or identify the killer.
    • Alien Limb Syndrome — A hand moves of its own accord. Did the victim strike the blow themselves? Or was it guided?

    Each disorder doesn’t just flavour the story — it reshapes the investigation. The killer wields these distortions actively, manipulating what you see and how you interact with the scene. The crime scene is never what it appears — and neither is the truth.

    DEBATE MODE — REASON AGAINST MADNESS

    When testimony warps and facts dissolve, you enter Debate Mode — the game’s pulse-quickening interrogation system. Here, you weigh every statement, spot the fractures in perception, and strike back with evidence that cuts through the fog. It’s not just about finding contradictions — it’s about understanding how someone’s mind is broken so you can find the truth beneath the distortion.

    The game pushes beyond standard visual-novel fare: distortions can affect your controls, your interface, and your understanding of the timeline. You aren’t just solving a puzzle — you’re fighting a psychological infection in real time.

    A WORLD BREATHING MADNESS

    Psycho-Sleuth delivers a staggering volume of crafted narrative:

    • 500,000+ characters of branching script
    • Full voice acting across key scenes
    • 40+ high-quality CGs and dozens of 3D environments
    • Live2D animations that let you read the flicker of fear, defiance, or deceit in every portrait
    • 50+ original music tracks scoring the descent into chaos

    Every character is fully realised, with their own motives, fears, and unique “Afflicted Power” — and their punishment, when judgement falls, is shaped by their own disorder. No two runs are identical; choices ripple through the cast, and multiple endings await — some revealing truths darker than the lies you started with.

    AVAILABLE NOW — WHERE TO PLAY

    Psycho-Sleuth is out today, 5 November 2026, across three major PC platforms:

    • Steam — https://store.steampowered.com/app/3432860/PsychoSleuth/
    • STOVE — store.onstove.com/en
    • Epic Games Store

    The game launches fully localised in English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean, with full controller support and accessibility options including adjustable difficulty, custom volume controls, and subtitle options.

    System requirements are welcoming — Intel Core i3 / GT 1030 minimum — meaning nearly any modern gaming PC can step into the distortion.

    FINAL THOUGHTS

    Psycho-Sleuth doesn’t just ask “who did it?” — it asks “can you even trust the question?” By weaving real cognitive conditions into core gameplay, PHOSEPO and team have crafted something genuinely singular: a mystery that attacks your perception as well as your logic. It’s tense, it’s unsettling, and it’s deeply, thrillingly clever.

    If you’ve ever wanted a detective story where the hardest clue is believing your own eyes — this is your game.

    The truth is contagious. Don’t catch the wrong one.

    Find out more here: Psycho Sleuth

    #PsychoSleuth #PHOSEPO #ThermiteGames #Smilegate #STOVE #MysteryGame #PsychologicalHorror #VisualNovel #Detective #IndieDev #PCGaming #Steam #EpicGamesStore #Techmash

  • YOUR PEN IS YOUR WEAPON — DEATH AT FLEMING MANOR LAUNCHES ON STEAM, BACKED BY 120,000+ WISHLIST INVESTIGATORS

    YOUR PEN IS YOUR WEAPON — DEATH AT FLEMING MANOR LAUNCHES ON STEAM, BACKED BY 120,000+ WISHLIST INVESTIGATORS

    The case is open — and the world is watching

    Investigators, report for duty. Death at Fleming Manor — the forensic mystery adventure from indie studio SUPERTHUMb — is officially live on Steam. And the reception has been extraordinary: more than 120,000 players added the game to their wishlist ahead of launch, making it one of the most anticipated detective titles of the year.

    Set in 1959 at a secluded country estate outside London, this is not a game of chasing suspects or spotting jump scares. Your job is to write the death certificate. And every word matters.

    How you solve the case — no hand-holding, pure deduction

    When a series of unexplained deaths strikes Fleming Manor, you arrive as the investigating officer. There are no glowing clues, no automatic correct answers, and no one to tell you if you’re right until you submit your findings:

    • Examine the scene — freeze-frame locations rendered in stunning hand-drawn Ligne Claire artwork, inspired by 1960s European mystery comics
    • Study the evidence — inspect bodies, surroundings, and statements to determine identity, cause of death, and manner of death: accident, suicide, or murder
    • File the official report — complete death certificates and emergency reports with precise details. Get it wrong, and the case stays unresolved
    • Connect the dots — residents may be hiding things. Every discrepancy is a thread to pull until the full picture emerges

    The game draws favourable comparisons to beloved deduction titles Return of the Obra Dinn and The Case of the Golden Idol, but carves its own niche with its forensic focus: documentation is the gameplay.

    Why the buzz? — A labour of love from day one

    SUPERTHUMb, the indie studio behind the project, has shared every step of the journey publicly:

    • 100% hand-drawn — no generative AI used; the team has published behind-the-scenes videos showing their Clip Studio Paint workflow
    • Period-perfect atmosphere — original score evokes classic British detective dramas
    • Fully localised — interface and subtitles in English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean
    • Play at your own pace — no quick-time events; accessible input options including mouse-only and touch support
    • Free demo available — featuring the prologue and first chapter, with Very Positive reviews from players who’ve tried it

    Full pricing & launch details

    DetailInfo
    Release date3 November 2026
    PlatformsWindows 10+ / macOS 12+ (Apple Silicon compatible)
    Base price$17.99 / £14.99 / €17.99 / ¥1,840
    Launch discount10% off — ends 17 November 2026
    Storage2 GB available space
    RAM8 GB minimum
    Steam AchievementsYes
    Steam CloudYes
    CommunityDiscord server live; developer actively engaging with players

    Don’t let the discount expire

    The 10% launch offer runs for exactly two weeks — expiring 17 November 2026. After that, the price returns to full. With over 120,000 investigators already waiting, the manor’s secrets are about to be uncovered by many — will you be among them?

    Play Death at Fleming Manor on Steam now — search the title or visit the store page to claim your discounted copy.

    #DeathAtFlemingManor #SUPERTHUMb #IndieDev #MysteryGame #Detective #Forensic #PointAndClick #SteamDeals #ReturnOfTheObraDinn #IndieAdventure #TechMash

  • Type the Truth — BANJIHA GAMES & Sandyfloor Unveil Cold Case, a Text Driven Detective Mystery Landing on Steam in Early 2027

    Type the Truth — BANJIHA GAMES & Sandyfloor Unveil Cold Case, a Text Driven Detective Mystery Landing on Steam in Early 2027

    Some evidence doesn’t just hide — it burns. And only the right words can bring it back.

    BANJIHA GAMES, the acclaimed South Korean studio behind Seoul?2033 and FAKEBOOK, has partnered with publisher Sandyfloor to officially announce Cold Case — a text?based detective adventure built entirely around digital forensics, reconstructed truth, and the quiet, gripping work of uncovering what others wanted erased. It’s heading to Steam in the first half of 2027.

    The Premise — What Burns Never Truly Vanishes

    The story opens with a devastating fire at the home of Inspector Kimball — a veteran investigator who carried the files on eight unsolved cases right to his front door. When the flames died down, the physical records were gone — but the digital fragments survived. As the investigator assigned to pick up the pieces, your job is to recover what remains, piece together the evidence, and answer two questions:

    • What really happened in those eight cases?
    • And what killed Inspector Kimball?

    There are no shootouts, no car chases, no fists to throw. Just words, clues, and your own power of deduction.

    How You Play — Every Word Is a Key

    Cold Case rethinks the detective genre by making text itself your primary tool. The gameplay loop is elegant, immersive, and entirely unique:

    • Search by keyword — Type specific terms into your digital forensic system to restore burnt, incomplete files. Enter the right word, and the missing text fragments reappear. Guess wrong, and the trail stays dark.
    • Rebuild the record — As statements, reports, and notes piece together, the story of each case takes shape. Every recovered fragment might reveal another keyword — and another layer of the truth.
    • Restore the visuals — Clues aren’t only in writing. Recovered text unlocks damaged photographs, revealing visual details that change how you read the evidence.
    • Answer the Chief — Periodically, you’ll face direct questions from your superior. You must dig through what you’ve uncovered and quote or reference the actual text to prove your conclusions. No multiple choice — your own reasoning is the only correct answer.

    Eight Cases, One Larger Truth

    The game features eight distinct cold cases to solve — each with its own victims, suspects, and tangled history. But as you work through them, you’ll begin to see connections. The cases aren’t isolated — they’re threads in a single, dangerous web that leads straight to the late Inspector Kimball himself.

    It’s a structure that rewards careful reading and pattern recognition — ideal for players who love games like Return of the Obra Dinn, Tacoma, or What Remains of Edith Finch, but with a system entirely its own.

    From the Makers of Seoul?2033 — A Legacy of Text?Driven Storytelling

    BANJIHA GAMES has built a reputation for crafting text?heavy, narrative?rich experiences that respect the player’s intelligence:

    • Seoul?2033 — a text?based survival thriller that won three awards including Best Indie Game at the 2019 Google Play Indie Game Festival
    • FAKEBOOK — a mystery played out through a simulated social media interface, proving the studio’s knack for turning digital spaces into storytelling tools

    Cold Case takes that philosophy forward — applying years of text?crafting expertise to a forensic detective framework where clarity, precision, and attention to detail are your greatest weapons.

    Release & Platform Details

    DetailInformation
    DeveloperBANJIHA GAMES
    PublisherSandyfloor
    PlatformPC — Steam (Windows & macOS)
    Release WindowFirst half of 2027
    Steam Store Page[store.steampowered.com/app/4942330/Cold_Case](https://store.steampowered.com/app/4942330/Cold_Case)
    LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Korean, Simplified & Traditional Chinese
    PricingTo be announced

    Why Cold Case Stands Out

    In a gaming landscape often dominated by explosions and spectacle, Cold Case is a bold reminder that the most powerful mysteries are found in the quiet spaces between sentences. It doesn’t hand you answers — it teaches you to hunt for them. It doesn’t rush you — it asks you to read carefully, think clearly, and respect the evidence.

    If you’ve ever wanted a detective game where the real investigation happens in your head, not on your trigger finger — this one’s for you.

    The files are damaged. The truth is waiting. All you have to do is type the right words.

    Find out more on Cold Case

    #ColdCase #BANJIHAGAMES #Sandyfloor #DetectiveGame #TextBased #IndieGame #Steam #MysteryGame #DigitalForensics #TechMash

  • Hear the Mystery — Sublustrum Playtest Extended, Dive Into Sound & Memory Until November 9

    Hear the Mystery — Sublustrum Playtest Extended, Dive Into Sound & Memory Until November 9

    Good news for anyone who loves atmospheric puzzles and haunting stories: HypeTrain Digital and Brickworks Games have extended the open playtest for Sublustrum, their evocative first-person psychological narrative adventure. Originally set to close October 25, the playtest will now run through November 9, 2026 — giving you extra time to explore the mystery, shape the game, and experience where sound itself becomes a clue.

    What Is Sublustrum?

    A full reimagining of the cult classic 2008 title, Sublustrum casts you into a world of disappearance, fragmented memory, and uncanny science — where you arrive at your brother’s home to find him gone and his work unravelling into something strange and surreal.

    It’s not just what you see that matters — it’s what you hear. Every creak, hum, and resonance could hold the answer. The game’s signature mechanic weaves audio directly into puzzles: listen closely, distinguish layers of sound, and let what you hear guide you through environments that shift, reveal, and transform.

    In the playtest, you’ll experience Chapter One — exploring the opening locations, picking up the trail of your missing sibling, and facing the first puzzles that reward careful observation and even more careful listening.

    Why the Extension?

    The response so far has been outstanding, with players eager to dig into the world and share their thoughts. The team also wanted to align with the Point and Click Steam Showcase running November 2–9, so even more curious players can join in.

    Feedback already rolling in has already shaped improvements — from movement responsiveness to clearer hints — proving your voice truly helps build the final game.

    How to Join

    It’s simple and free:

    • Head to Sublustrum’s Steam page
    • Hit “Request Access” — approval is instant
    • Download the build and play Chapter One whenever suits you before November 9

    Mark Your Calendar

    • Playtest now available through: November 9, 2026
    • Steam Point and Click Showcase: November 2–9, 2026
    • Full release: Planned for Q1 2027

    Don’t let this chance slip away — step into a world where every sound tells a story, every memory holds a piece of the puzzle, and nothing is quite as it seems. The clock is ticking, the house is waiting — and your brother’s trail is still warm.

    Find out more on Sublustrum here

    #Sublustrum #HypeTrainDigital #BrickworksGames #Techmash #PsychologicalHorror #IndieAdventure #SteamPlaytest #SoundDesign #MysteryGame #PointAndClick #GamingNews

  • Break Out — Back to the Dawn Escapes to PS5 Today

    Break Out — Back to the Dawn Escapes to PS5 Today

    The walls won’t keep you quiet forever.

    Publisher Clouded Leopard Entertainment, together with developer Metal Head Games, has officially launched Back to the Dawn on PlayStation 5 — available right now via the PlayStation Store for $34.99. This gritty, story-rich prison-break RPG casts you into a maximum-security facility seething with corruption, factions, and buried conspiracies — and it’s up to you to survive, uncover the truth, and get out.

    Two Lives Behind Bars

    You’re not just choosing a character — you’re choosing why you’re locked up. Two distinct protagonists, two separate stories, each with over 20 hours of narrative:

    • Thomas the Fox — an investigative journalist wrongfully convicted for digging too deep. Trapped in Boulderton Prison while his attorney fights on the outside, he must gather evidence from the inside to expose the conspiracy that framed him and save the city.
    • Bob the Panther — a seasoned undercover agent tired of the game. Drawn back for one last mission by personal tragedy, he infiltrates the prison to root out rot from within — and walks away with his life if he can.

    Every choice matters. With over 500,000 words of dialogue, 100+ handcrafted quests, and 47 uniquely written inmates, the prison feels alive — and dangerous.

    The Prison Is Your World — and Your Weapon

    Boulderton Prison isn’t just a backdrop — it’s a sprawling, living system you must learn to manipulate:

    • Navigate the power struggle — three rival gangs run the blocks. Ally, oppose, exploit, or play them against each other. Build alliances or rule through fear; the choice is yours.
    • Gather evidence in secret — snoop files, overhear conversations, and piece together what the authorities are hiding. Do it well, and you unravel the truth. Get caught, and you’re punished.
    • Grow your way — brute force, stealth, charm, or cunning. An open skill system lets you shape your approach: fight your way out, pick every lock, or talk your way past guards.
    • Craft your escape — fashion tools from scrap, dig tunnels, bribe guards, or engineer chaos. Multiple escape routes, each with distinct risks and rewards, lead to several possible endings — no two breakouts play the same.

    PS5 — Polished & Ready to Play

    The PS5 edition delivers the full experience, fine-tuned for Sony’s hardware:

    • Demo save transfer — already tested the free demo? Your progress carries straight over
    • Full localisation — English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil)
    • PS Portal cloud streaming supported for PS Plus Premium subscribers
    • 2-hour full game trial available exclusively for PS Plus Premium members
    • Accessibility — clear text, readable UI, and controller refinements

    Already praised on PC, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms, Back to the Dawn arrives on PS5 as the definitive version — polished, complete, and ready for new players to discover.

    Ready to Run?

    • Out Now ? PlayStation Store — $34.99
    • Free Demo ? Available to download immediately
    • Playtime ? 20–30+ hours per character
    • One Player — a deeply personal story of survival and truth

    The guards think they’ve silenced you. The gangs think they own the place. They’re wrong.

    Plan smart, trust carefully, and break free. Dawn is coming.

    More Info: Back To The Dawn

    #BackToTheDawn #CloudedLeopardEntertainment #Techmash #MetalHeadGames #PS5 #PrisonBreakRPG #StoryDriven #IndieRPG #MysteryGame #PlayStation5 #BreakOut

  • Current Flowing — The House of Tesla: Definitive Edition Powers Up on Mobile Today

    Current Flowing — The House of Tesla: Definitive Edition Powers Up on Mobile Today

    The genius of Nikola Tesla is now in your pocket. Developer and publisher Blue Brain Games, the team behind the acclaimed The House of Da Vinci series, has officially released The House of Tesla: Definitive Edition for iOS and Android — bringing the critically praised puzzle adventure to mobile devices for the very first time.

    Wardenclyffe Awaits — Step Into the Inventor’s Shadow

    Set within the real-life, abandoned Wardenclyffe Tower facility — Tesla’s unfinished dream of global wireless electricity — this atmospheric puzzle adventure spans five meticulously crafted chapters rooted in actual locations and the inventor’s blueprints. You’ll explore deserted laboratories, decipher forgotten machinery, and wield a unique Prototype Device that lets you visualise and manipulate the flow of electrical current to unlock secrets and open new paths.

    The Definitive Edition rebuilds and elevates the entire experience:

    • Completely overhauled final chapter — new puzzles, visuals, and narrative flow for a satisfying, impactful conclusion
    • Enhanced presentation — upgraded textures, lighting, sound design, and models across every scene
    • Deeper storytelling — expanded diary entries and a dynamic flashback system that weaves Tesla’s vision into the mystery
    • Over 10 hours of thoughtful, challenging gameplay with a refined hint system

    Built for Touch — Optimised for Every Device

    This isn’t a rushed port — the interface and controls have been reimagined from the ground up for touchscreens, making every connection, rotation, and discovery feel natural on phones and tablets.

    • App Store (iOS): One purchase unlocks the game on iPhone, iPad, AND Mac — cross-platform access included
    • Google Play (Android): Available now as a standalone release
    • Price: $6.99 / €6.99 / £6.99 — premium experience, no ads, no in-app purchases
    • Languages: Full voice acting in English and Czech; interface/subtitles in 10 languages including French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish

    From PC to Pocket — A Growing Legacy

    Originally launched on PC in September 2025, The House of Tesla quickly earned a following for its intelligent puzzles, rich atmosphere, and respectful inspiration from history. The Definitive Edition arrived earlier this year on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG — and now, with the mobile release, Tesla’s mystery reaches its widest audience yet.

    Blue Brain Games has also hinted the story may continue: “We believe this story isn’t finished yet,” promising future updates and follow-ups.

    The current is flowing. Wardenclyffe is waiting. Will you uncover what Tesla left behind?

    More Info: The House Of Tesla

    #TheHouseOfTesla #BlueBrainGames #PuzzleAdventure #MobileGaming #iOS #Android #Tesla #IndieDev #PremiumGaming #MysteryGame #Techmash

  • Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Publisher Yogscast Games and Bristol-based indie developer Gilded Rune Games have officially announced that Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction — the genre-bending single-player social deduction roguelite — arrives on SteamThursday 15 October 2026, with a 20% launch discount available at release.

    What Is Dupery? — Everyone Is a Suspect. Most Are Lying.

    Social deduction games usually need a group of friends — one of whom is definitely lying. Dupery brings that tension entirely to single-player. You’re a detective in a noir city infiltrated by a criminal syndicate. Every case drops you into a grid of suspects who make statements — but Innocents tell the truth, Underlings lie, Traitors deceive, and Meddlers muddle the facts. Compare statements, spot contradictions, and arrest the guilty — but get it wrong, and your reputation tanks. Too many mistakes, and you’re fired.

    The Core Hook

    • 175+ handcrafted roles across four categories: Innocent, Meddler, Underling, Traitor
    • Procedurally generated cases — no two investigations play the same way
    • Reputation system — preserve your standing; wrongful arrests cost you progress
    • 3 distinct regions — each with unique mechanics, quirks, and dedicated role pools
    • In-game notation toolkit — build your own crime board, track alibis, and mark contradictions
    • Roguelite structure — fail, reset, learn patterns, and take down the syndicate one case at a time

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperGilded Rune Games (Bristol, UK — 3-person indie studio)
    PublisherYogscast Games
    Release Date15 October 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Launch Offer20% discount at launch
    Price£TBD / $TBD (discount applied automatically)
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today
    DemoAvailable now on Steam

    Why It Stands Out

    Social deduction is traditionally a multiplayer space — Among Us, Secret Hitler, Town of Salem. Dupery is the first to fully translate that suspicion-and-trust loop into a compelling solo experience. Every suspect has a role that dictates how they communicate — some lie outright, others omit, some accidentally mislead. Decoding that web of deceit entirely on your own is a uniquely satisfying mental workout.

    The game built buzz through the Tiny Teams Festival and a community ARG that had players solving puzzles before release. Early previews call it “Minesweeper where half the numbers are lying” — tense, replayable, and endlessly clever.

    The syndicate runs the city. Only you can untangle the lies. Will you arrest the guilty… or will you get duped?

    More Info: https://s.team/a/3845070

    #Dupery #SoloDeduction #YogscastGames #GildedRuneGames #Roguelite #MysteryGame #IndieDev #BristolGames #Steam #PCGaming #TechMash

  • THE CASE IS OPEN: Psycho-Sleuth Demo Out Now!

    THE CASE IS OPEN: Psycho-Sleuth Demo Out Now!

    Think you have what it takes to get inside the mind of a killer?

    We are thrilled to be talking about the Psycho-Sleuth Demo, which is officially live! Step into the shoes of an elite investigator where the crime scene is only half the story. To catch the culprit, you’ll have to master the art of psychological profiling and see what others miss.

    What’s in the Demo?

    • The First Chapter: Experience the chilling opening case that sets everything in motion.
    • Deep Analysis Mechanics: Use our unique “Sleuth Mode” to dissect witness statements and find the hidden truth.
    • Atmospheric Gameplay: Immersive environments designed to keep you on the edge of your seat.

    Your Mission:

    1. Download the demo.
    2. Investigate the evidence.
    3. Survive the mind games.

    The truth is hiding in plain sight. Can you find it before time runs out?

    Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/OkPAl

    #games #gaming #gamers #videogames #PsychoSleuth #IndieDev #GamingNews #MysteryGame #DetectiveVibes #DemoRelease #PHOSEPO