Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1
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Kumitantei: Old School Slaughter Review
Kumitantei: Old School Slaughter is a review that praises its ability to both copy and iterate on its inspirations, though it criticizes a weak and poorly explained minigame. The game features a surprising zombie girl element.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
Kumitantei: Old School Slaughter – Episode 1 Review
Kumitantei: Old School Slaughter – Episode 1 is a visual novel heavily inspired by Danganronpa, featuring a cast of unique characters in a deadly experiment. The game blends exploration and investigation with trial segments where players use evidence to uncover the truth. While the soundtrack and voice acting are highlights, inconsistencies in trial logic and control schemes, along with occasionally unappealing visuals, detract from the experience.
Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode One Review - A Great Murderous Start!
Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode One offers a compelling start to its episodic killing game, featuring a memorable cast and a strong mystery narrative with an 80s aesthetic. Developed by Mango Factory, the game blends Danganronpa-style gameplay with new mechanics like card duels for trials, though these can feel clunky. Despite some underdeveloped systems, the intriguing worldbuilding and character interactions make it a promising indie title.
Murder Mystery Visual Novel Traps Players in Deadly School Game
The first episode of the murder mystery visual novel Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter has been released on PC via Steam by developer riv otter. Players are trapped in a deadly school game where they must solve murders to survive, with the game featuring an episodic structure and a community-driven approach through a Discord server.
Episode One of Murder-Mystery ADV Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Releases On PC Today
Episode One of the murder-mystery ADV card battler Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter, developed by Mango Factory and published by Akupara Games, is now available on PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and Epic. The game challenges players to survive a deadly trial with sixteen other students, utilizing deckbuilding and detective skills in a narrative inspired by classic Japanese mystery-adventure games and '80s anime.
Kumitantei Episode 1 Review – A Strong Danganronpa-Style Murder Mystery
Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1 is a murder mystery visual novel that heavily draws inspiration from the Danganronpa series. Players take on the role of the Absolute Barista, trapped in a killing game with other "Absolutes" and forced to participate in deadly trials. Despite some minor frustrations and a lack of clear tutorials, the game offers an engaging story, likeable characters, and intriguing mysteries for future episodes.
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Kingdom’s Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster, PRAGMATA for Switch 2, more
This week's Japanese game releases include Kingdom's Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster and PRAGMATA for Nintendo Switch 2. Other notable titles launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC include Kiln, Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, and Tides of Tomorrow.
Monthly Video Game Releases: April 1st to 30th | Console Creatures
Console Creatures provides a comprehensive list of video game releases scheduled for April 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Meta Quest, iOS, and Android. The article details full game releases, DLC, expansions, and early access titles, with a preview of major May 2026 releases.
The Absolute Class of ‘89 Begins Session This April in Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter
Mango Factory and Akupara Games announced that Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter will launch on PC on April 23rd. This episodic murder-mystery adventure draws inspiration from classics like Danganronpa, tasking players with investigating murders and building trust with classmates within the Janus Institute.
Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1 Launches April 23 on PC
Mango Factory and Akupara Games announced that Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1 will launch on April 23, 2026, for PC. The murder-mystery adventure game draws inspiration from titles like Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, featuring investigation, courtroom-style debates, and relationship building within the mysterious Janus Institute.
Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1 launches April 23
The Danganronpa-inspired murder mystery adventure game, Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Episode 1, is set to launch for PC on April 23. The game features an old-school aesthetic and promises a compelling narrative.