
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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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.
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.
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.
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?
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…
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
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Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
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The game delivers a great, relaxing indie board game experience. The rules are straightforward, making it easy to learn and understand. There’s also unlockable content, which makes the game even more replayable.
보드게임풍 주사위 게임으로, 주사위를 굴려서 단서가 있는 블록으로 이동하여 단서를 찾고(조사x,단편적으로 단서 공개함) 내 턴이 모두 끝나고나면 그 단서들을 조합하여 용의자를 맞추어 내는게임임 게임 설명만 보고 홀딱 반해서 정가주고 구매했음 어딘지 모르게 그리운 분위기를 풍기는 것도 그렇고 이런 풍의 추리게임이라니 정말 레어하잖음? 아이디어,컨셉 다 좋았는데 결정적으로 재미가 없음 이 게임의 문제 1 주사위를 통해 이동하라 라는 시스템이 유명무실함. 맵 곳곳에 단서가 군집 형식으로 퍼져있기 때문에, 주사위 뽀록이 여러번 터져봐야 결국 볼 수 있는 단서의 량=주사위 코인의 갯수와 크게 다를바가 없음 -> 한 번에 꽤 멀리 떨어진 단서군집으로 이동한다 치자. 그래봐야 그 다음 단서들은 1칸 범위로 옹기종기 모여있는데 여기서 6을 100번 뽑는다고 한들 무슨 의미가 있겠음? 그렇다고 큰 숫자 나왔다고해서 도착한 단서군락을 버리고 혼자 저 멀리 떨어져있는 단서 하나 먹으러 가기..? 차라리 단서에 '꽝'시스템을 없애고, 어디에 단서가 있는지 공개하지 않는 편이 훨씬 나았을거 같다 2 단서의 애매모호함 단서가 '이 사람은 패디큐어를 즐겨함' 이라고 적혀있다 침. 그치만 용의자들의 발은 딱히 안 보여줌 이걸 유머러스하게 추측하라 이건데.. 이 유머러스한 추측이 재밌으려면 ㄱ. 여럿이 멀티로 게임한다. 그래서 이걸 추측해서 주장하는 과정 자체가 너무 웃기다. ㄴ. 맞추면 무언가 리워드가 있어서 다음 라운드에 활용 할 수 있다. 등의 조건이 선행되어야 함. 주사위 7번 딸깍딸깍 하고 난 이후에 허구한날 똑같은 용의자 펼쳐놓고 단서카드는 1분만에 모앗는데 더 길게 머리 싸매고 '유머러스한 추측'을 할 기분이 별로 안 듦 얻은 단서의 퀄리티도 허접하고..그 허접한 단서 하나 얻을때마다 몇초씩 모션 나와서 딜레이 생기는게 이 게임 플타임의 50%정도는 잡아먹을듯 명절에 조카들 왔을 때, 폭력적이지 않은 게임or다 함께 즐길 수 있는 게임 찾아서 틀어주고 싶다. 이런 목적이면 사셈 확실히 오프라인에서 여럿이 같이하면 꽤 재밌을거 같음 혼자 즐기기엔 노잼임
After a long session playing stressful FPS games... This game is an awesome, relaxing way to end the night with friends. Lots of fun and aesthetically pleasing maps :) 10/10
Ersteindruck: Bisher finde ich es gut, für so ein nebenbei Spiel, wenn es mal schnell gehen muss. Vor allem finde ich es gut, dass man sich Sachen nach und nach freischaltet, so hat man Lust immer mal wieder rein zugehen um weiterzuspielen, damit man die nächste Maps freischaltet. Fazit: Nachdem ich es durchgespielt habe und auf max. Level bin, muss ich folgendes dazu sagen: Das Spiel hat mir sehr viel Spaß gemacht und graue Haare beschert, wegen dem ganzen nachdenken ;P . Ich werde immer wieder mal reinsehen und schauen ob ich es noch drauf habe, ein krasser Detective zu sein :D MfG
Detective 26 ist genau das richtige Spiel, wenn man mal runterkommen will, aber trotzdem etwas zum Nachdenken sucht. Die Runden gehen angenehm schnell, wodurch es sich perfekt eignet, einfach zwischendurch mal reinzugehen. Gleichzeitig sorgt das Sammeln von Hinweisen und Kombinieren dafür, dass man immer wieder „nur noch eine Runde“ spielen will. Besonders gut gefällt mir die entspannte Atmosphäre. Kein Stress, kein Druck einfach Hinweise sammeln, kombinieren und versuchen, die gesuchte Person zu identifizieren. Dazu kommt, dass man nach und nach neue Inhalte freischaltet, was die Motivation hoch hält. Für mich ist es eine richtig gelungene Mischung aus Brettspiel-Feeling und leichtem Rätseln. Perfekt für einen entspannten Abend oder als Ausgleich nach stressigen Games. Klare Empfehlung 👍
Detective 26 is a surprisingly relaxing and engaging experience. From the very beginning, the game creates a calm atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind while still keeping your mind active. The pacing feels just right — never too rushed, but never boring either. What really stands out is how the game manages to build tension in a subtle way. As you follow the clues and piece everything together, you can’t help but get drawn into the story. It’s the kind of game that makes you want to keep going just to see what happens next. The overall design supports this perfectly: simple, clean, and focused on the mystery itself. It doesn’t overwhelm you with unnecessary mechanics, which makes the experience feel smooth and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a laid-back detective game that still keeps you hooked, Detective 26 is definitely worth your time.
Guess Who meets Cluedo! Collect clues and find the culprit. The game offers an intuitive interface and friendly art-style. It successfully captures the "table game" vibe.
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Nice casual relaxing game with a cozy atmosphere!
This is a really fun game for young and old alike. It takes a good sense of humor to guess the right person. To me, it’s a perfect mix of a board game and a card game.
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