"Solve macabre mysteries in America's 34th most haunted city."
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[Upcoming] The Darkside Detective A Fumble in the Dark - Free on Epic Games
2026년 2월 12일
Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 6 cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.
소개
Delve back into the pixelated paranormal with Detective Francis McQueen and his somewhat oblivious partner, Officer Dooley. This point-and-click adventure sequel delivers six new distinct cases (plus three bonus chapters) filled with supernatural phenomena, witty banter, and occult oddities. Set in the Twin Peaks-inspired city of Twin Lakes, the game balances spooky atmosphere with laugh-out-loud comedy.
스토리
Picking up where the original left off, McQueen must rescue Officer Dooley, who has gone missing in the ethereal Darkside dimension. The narrative unfolds episodically across diverse locations—from a haunted funfair to an amateur wrestling circuit and a retirement home. While dealing with ghosts and demons, the heart of the story remains the endearing 'buddy cop' dynamic between the sharp-witted McQueen and the bumbling Dooley.
Gameplay
A modern take on classic LucasArts-style adventure games, players navigate static screens, collecting items and combining them to solve logic-based puzzles. The mechanics are streamlined—no 'moon logic' here—focusing on narrative flow and exploration. Interaction is simple, utilizing a cursor to investigate the environment, with options to play via mouse/keyboard or controller.
Key Features
- 19 total episodic cases (6 main + 3 bonus)
- 2Charming high-detail 8-bit pixel art style
- 3Point-and-click puzzle mechanics without the frustration
- 4Witty, humor-driven dialogue system
- 5Atmospheric soundtrack by Thomas O'Boyle
- 6Controller and Keyboard support
- 7Interactive node highlighting to prevent 'pixel hunting'
Highlights
장단점
장점
- +Exceptional writing and genuine humor
- +Logical puzzles that reward observation
- +Fantastic audio design and music
- +Charming retro aesthetic with modern polish
단점
- -No voice acting (text-based dialogue)
- -Short runtime per case (approx. 1 hour each)
- -Retro style may not appeal to 3D graphic fans
Game Ratings
Consistently funny and witty writing
Logical, accessible, and satisfying
Spooky yet cozy pixelated vibes
Strong episodic storytelling
Masterful use of 8-bit aesthetic
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of LucasArts and Sierra classics
Looking for low-stress brain teasers
Here for the jokes and character banter
Similar To
Humor & Duo Dynamic
Sam & Max Hit the Road
match
Visual Style
Thimbleweed Park
match
Themes
Grim Fandango
match
💡 Did You Know?
Twin Lakes is officially ranked as America's 34th most haunted city.
Despite the 8-bit look, the game features convincing body language animations.
Includes 3 'bonus' cases that act as DLC included in the package.
The game is strictly PC/Console, offering a premium experience unlike mobile puzzle games.
Many puzzles require switching between the Real World and the Darkside.
Latest Updates & Events
[Upcoming] The Darkside Detective A Fumble in the Dark - Free on Epic Games
Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 6 cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.
“America's 34th most haunted city.”— Game Tagline
“A breezy and fun way to spend about six hours.”— Critical Reception
Game Ratings
Consistently funny and witty writing
Logical, accessible, and satisfying
Spooky yet cozy pixelated vibes
Strong episodic storytelling
Masterful use of 8-bit aesthetic
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of LucasArts and Sierra classics
Looking for low-stress brain teasers
Here for the jokes and character banter
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Twin Lakes is officially ranked as America's 34th most haunted city.
Despite the 8-bit look, the game features convincing body language animations.
Includes 3 'bonus' cases that act as DLC included in the package.
The game is strictly PC/Console, offering a premium experience unlike mobile puzzle games.
Many puzzles require switching between the Real World and the Darkside.
Latest Updates & Events
[Upcoming] The Darkside Detective A Fumble in the Dark - Free on Epic Games
Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 6 cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.
Case Locations
- •Twin Lakes Police Station
- •A Haunted Funfair
- •Local Retirement Home
- •Amateur Wrestling Circuit
- •The Darkside Dimension
Game Details
- Developer
- Akupara Games
- Publisher
- Akupara Games
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Adventure, Puzzle +1
- Atmosphere
- whimsical/mysterious/retro