Occult Mysteries Awaits in Inkblood
CRITICAL REFLEX and Hey Bird! have officially announced Inkblood, a new occult detective adventure set in a world where strange forces quietly erode reality. Revealed during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted, the game introduces a hand-drawn gothic setting shaped by atmospheric puzzles and unsettling mysteries.
In the game, players step into the role of the Inquisitor, summoned to confront a rising corruption that has already claimed the career of a previous investigator. The realm is slipping into chaos as sorcery spreads through its people and places. Every clue pulled from the shadows brings you closer to understanding the threat growing beneath the surface.
Inkblood features ten individual cases that rely on escape room-style puzzles and thoughtful problem-solving. The investigation centers around your carriage, which serves as a layered environment filled with hidden details inside and out. Each case unfolds in a non-linear structure inspired by titles such as The Room, The Case of the Golden Idol, and Strange Horticulture. This approach encourages careful observation and steady exploration as you work through each mystery.
The world of Inkblood carries an eerie sense of familiarity mixed with growing unease. Every solved case reveals another part of the truth, yet the deeper story suggests that not every mystery wishes to be uncovered. The journey invites players to engage with the unknown while navigating a realm shaped by both logic and the supernatural.
Inkblood is planned for release in 2026 and is now available to wishlist on Steam.