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Murders on the Yangtze River Brings Its Acclaimed Detective Mystery to Xbox
The acclaimed detective mystery game, Murders on the Yangtze River, has now launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring Play Anywhere support. Previously released to an overwhelmingly positive reception on Steam, the game challenges players to uncover evidence, interrogate witnesses, and piece together a series of interconnected cases set against a historical Chinese backdrop. Developed by OMEGAMES STUDIO and published by NiuGamer, it offers a unique detective adventure experience with a distinctive Chinese ink painting art style.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
Mind Diver announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Playism and Indoor Sunglasses have announced that the detective adventure game Mind Diver will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 27, 2026, for $17.99. Players will explore a woman's subconscious to solve the mystery of her boyfriend's disappearance by piecing together fragmented memories and conversations. Lead developer Victor Breum cited Return of the Obra Dinn as an inspiration.
Murder on the Disorient Express Pulls Into Console – A Whodunit You Can Shape?
Murder on the Disorient Express, an interactive detective adventure game, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £2.49. Developed and published by Infinite Zone, the game challenges players to solve a murder on a train before its destination, with player choices significantly impacting the unfolding story and leading to over a dozen possible endings.
OCCULT DETECTIVE ADVENTURE INKBLOOD DEBUTS NEW TRAILER & STEAM PLAYTEST IN SECOND WIND GAMES SHOWCASE
CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Hey Bird! revealed a new trailer and a Steam playtest for their occult detective adventure game Inkblood during the Second Wind Games Showcase. The playtest allows players to investigate two cases in a hand-animated world inspired by 19th-century Eastern Europe. Inkblood is set to officially release later this year.