"Crack the code of reality within a lost World War II computer archive."
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About
TR-49 is a unique hybrid of narrative deduction and audio drama set within the interface of a fictional 1950s computer. Players assume the role of Abby, tasked with navigating a digital archive to uncover a stolen book called 'Endpeace' that contains a world-changing secret. Blending the text-diving mechanics of 'Her Story' with atmospheric audio storytelling, it is a masterclass in digital archaeology.
Story
Deep in the crypt of Manchester Cathedral sits the TR-49, a machine built by Bletchley Park engineers to 'crack the code of reality.' Guided by your handler Liam via voice link, you must sift through fifty years of archived texts to locate the mysterious 'Endpeace'—a book rumored to bring the dead back to life at a terrible cost.
Gameplay
The entire game takes place on the retro-futuristic screen of the TR-49 unit. Gameplay revolves around reading documents, identifying key names, and cross-referencing records to unlock new files. It is a non-linear logic puzzle where your understanding of the narrative directly unlocks the path forward.
Key Features
- 150 interconnected historical texts to analyze
- 2Full audio drama performance featuring Rebekah McLoughlin & Paul Warren
- 3Immersive 1950s retro-computing interface
- 4Non-linear deduction mechanics
- 5Deep lore spanning decades of fictional history
- 6Integrated character biography system
- 7Optimized for Steam Deck play
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Exceptional narrative structure
- +Unique 'found footage' style interface
- +High-quality voice acting
- +Rewarding epiphany moments
Cons
- -Text-heavy gameplay may not suit everyone
- -Some deduction puzzles can be tricky
Game Ratings
Layered storytelling that rewards deep reading
Diegetic UI and superb audio drama elements
Logical deduction requiring attention to detail
Haunting crypt setting via retro interface
Player-driven discovery speed
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love piecing together fragmented data
Fans of deep lore and environmental storytelling
Those who enjoy radio plays and voice-led stories
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💡 Did You Know?
Inspired by Jon Ingold finding mysterious electronics in his great-uncle's attic
The creator's great-uncle actually worked at Bletchley Park during WWII
Contains exactly 50 distinct in-game texts to discover
Set specifically in the crypt of Manchester Cathedral
Released in January 2026 as inkle's latest narrative experiment
Latest Updates & Events
TR-49 - 10% OFF on Steam
TR-49 is currently featured on the Steam store!
“One of the finest examples of how video games can tell stories through player interaction.”— Gaming Bible (9/10)
“A book to bring a loved one back from the dead, to put an end to their peace.”— In-game Dialogue regarding 'Endpeace'
Game Ratings
Layered storytelling that rewards deep reading
Diegetic UI and superb audio drama elements
Logical deduction requiring attention to detail
Haunting crypt setting via retro interface
Player-driven discovery speed
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love piecing together fragmented data
Fans of deep lore and environmental storytelling
Those who enjoy radio plays and voice-led stories
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Inspired by Jon Ingold finding mysterious electronics in his great-uncle's attic
The creator's great-uncle actually worked at Bletchley Park during WWII
Contains exactly 50 distinct in-game texts to discover
Set specifically in the crypt of Manchester Cathedral
Released in January 2026 as inkle's latest narrative experiment
Latest Updates & Events
TR-49 - 10% OFF on Steam
TR-49 is currently featured on the Steam store!
The Interface
The game screen is the game world. You are staring at the glowing phosphor screen of the TR-49 unit. There are no inventory menus or maps—only the command line, the text reader, and the audio link to your handler.