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"Detective 26" Release Announcement

New Taipei City, Taiwan – 2026/03/23 – Independent solo developer TestOneDev is proud to announce the official release of DETECTIVE 26, a relaxing, turn-based mystery board game now available on Steam. Merging the strategic flow of tile-based exploration with the sharp logic of classic deduction puzzles, DETECTIVE 26 offers a "coffee-break" investigative experience designed to be solved in under five minutes.
 

In DETECTIVE 26, players take control of a detective navigating vibrant, low-poly maps. By rolling dice and traversing randomized tiles, players collect clue tokens that reveal traits of the "Wanted" person. With a ticking turn counter and a pool of 50 unlockable suspects, players must use logic to filter out the innocent and make a final accusation before time runs out.
 

“With DETECTIVE 26, I wanted to capture the tactile satisfaction of a physical board game and distill it into quick, rewarding sessions,” says Piotr ‘TestOneDev’ Gburzynski. “It’s a game for people who love the 'aha!' moment of solving a puzzle but only have a few minutes between tasks or want a relaxing way to wind down”.
 

Key Features of DETECTIVE 26:

 

  • Micro-Investigation Gameplay: Complete a full case in just 2 to 5 minutes. Perfect for short bursts of downtime or a "one more round" evening.

  • Strategic Turn-Based Movement: Roll the dice, use unique special abilities and choose your path carefully. Every move brings you closer to a clue, but further along the turn counter.

  • Vibrant Low-Poly Aesthetic: Explore a charming, fantasy-inspired world, featuring 10+ unique maps ranging from 1426 Castles to 2026 Neighborhoods.

  • Deep Customization: Personalize your investigation with over 30 player models. Play as a Statue, a Cow, a Ramen Bowl, or even a Banana.

  • Persistent Progression: Level up your Investigator Rank and unlock new cosmetics, maps, and special abilities that alter how you track down the Wanted.

  • High Replayability: Randomized map generation and clue placement ensure that no two cases are ever the same.
     

DETECTIVE 26 is available now on Steam for PC
 

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About TestOneDev:


Solo developer Piotr ‘TestOneDev’ Gburzynski is focused on creating engaging experiences that blend known game mechanics with modern, cozy aesthetics. Based in New Taipei City, TestOneDev aims to create accessible, logic-driven games for a global audience.
 

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