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The Posthumous Investigation

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First release
Mar 31, 2026
Publisher
CriticalLeap
Engine
Unity
Genres
Indie, Adventure, Puzzle · Mystery
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch

Travel to a noir Rio de Janeiro in 1937 and investigate the mystery behind the murder of Bras Cubas, the famed character created by Machado de Assis. Until the truth is out, you'll be trapped in a time loop, amidst a plot full of conspiracy and treason.

Also known as The Posthumous Investigation.exe

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Storyline
You've been hired by Bras Cubas, an influential entrepreneur of twentieth century's Rio de Janeiro, to find the culprit behind his own death. Even from beyond, Bras won't let you move on until you solve the case. Meet and interrogate multiple suspects, and uncover their ulterior motives. Delve into this imaginary take on Rio, gather clues, get in trouble, and find testimonies that will help you unravel this mystery.Read more

You've been hired by Bras Cubas, an influential entrepreneur of twentieth century's Rio de Janeiro, to find the culprit behind his own death. Even from beyond, Bras won't let you move on until you solve the case. Meet and interrogate multiple suspects, and uncover their ulterior motives. Delve into this imaginary take on Rio, gather clues, get in trouble, and find testimonies that will help you unravel this mystery.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Mar 31, 2026
Nintendo Switch
Sep 17, 2026
Age ratings
PEGI 7ESRB E10+
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Where to buy
Keywords
murder mystery, based on - book, brazil, male protagonist, machado de assis
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Languages

  • Englishinterface, subtitles
  • Português (Brasil)interface, subtitles
IGDB · recorded 28 Oct 2026
Also in 4 other languages

Language data: IGDB · recorded 28 Oct 2026