Detective 26

Steam News · Jun 23

Update 1.5 - Added Streamer Mode

Some more small additions for the game in time for a hot summer time:ChangesStreamer Mode: Game settings now contain a Streamer Mode setting. It will restrict audio to only play titles, which can be used without issues by content creators - at least in theory.Danny's English localization: Danny is now hoarding diamonds, not horting them anymore.

Steam News · Apr 7

Update 1.4 - More Points for the Clueless!

Another small update, but both topics are big.ChangesEarly guessing is now more rewarding: Guessing early will now guaranteed reward more points than using up the turns and collecting clues. From balancing point I hope this will not encourage players just to spam round 0 guesses for XP farming. Given that win chances are slim and the fun of such a strategy is limited, it should still remain more a...

Steam News · Apr 6

Game Is Too Easy? Too Difficult? The Choice is Yours!

Some think, it's too easy, some think it's too difficult - there is a solution for all of you!The first maps and suspect sets are naturally a bit easier to allow understanding the core game mechanics and getting into the game. Clues are placed closer to the player and winning the game should be easier early on...... still: it is a game where you need to find clues, compare it against the suspects,...

Steam News · Apr 1

Demo Update 1.3

The original demo was released a while ago, around xmas 2025. To make sure, that it reflects the latest state of the game, it was updated accordingly.This means the demo update of course does not add content, but everything else like bug fixes, graphical improvements, performance boosts and... LOCALIZATION!

Steam News · Mar 31

Update 1.3 - FPS Limiter vs VSync

When using VSync, the game will try to match the refresh rate of your display (and ignore the FPS limit). On the contrary, if you set an FPS limit, it will try to sync it to this specific FPS (and ignore VSync).To make sure this is properly communicated, the settings toggles will now act accordingly to reflect this.

Steam News · Mar 27

Update 1.2 - Achievements Update Part 2

The achievements sync with Steam is tricky for whatever reason, I made yet another approach for more syncs, which will hopefully grant the achievements more reliably during the game, not just after restarts. Fingers crossed...

Steam News · Mar 24

Update 1.1 - Allowing the 6 and Achievements

So much testing, and then it somehow slips through, that can't throw a 6, lol. Anyways, fixed that one and other thingsFixesFix dice rolls to allow throwing a 6Improve Steam server syncs during game and on game exit for better achievement syncsImprove card description box to allow longer texts, relevant for some localizationsMinor card description improvements

Steam News · Mar 23

We're Live Now!

It's time...... to claim the 26% release discount, go out into the world of Detective 26 and hunt the suspects, good luck! ːsteammockingːOut Now on Steam!

Steam News · Mar 16

1 Week Remaining Until Release, Clock is Ticking

Almost...The main development journey comes soon to an end, release is set for next week. Focus is now on getting the thing on track for a smooth release. The final steps...And then?Then it's time to play some relaxing rounds of DETECTIVE 26 and improve the game where necessary.If you haven't yet: Wishlist and play the Demo Now on Steam!

Steam News · Jan 31

Closing in on the Development Finish Line

Just small news this time...Wrapping things upThe development runs smoothly, according to plan. It is time now for the final stages to wrap things up, make final adjustments, make players happy in the Steam Fests, and prepare for an indie-worthy launch! The Board Game Fest is close to an end, and there is just one more thing in front of us...Next: NEXT Fest!Things are looking good, that the game w...