Desktop Detective

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Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG
Released
19 Aug, 2026
Developer
Conradical Games
Publisher
Playsaurus

Where will you play?

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  1. SteamBest price -20% $3.99 $4.99 Get Deal

About this game

Search for clues in this idle detective RPG that lives quietly in the corner of your screen.

Investigate crime scenes, gain clues, upgrade your stats, and grow stronger across ascensions while you go about your day.

Level Up and Unlock

Gain XP, level up, and earn rewards such as permanent upgrades or new crime scenes.

Hunt for Loot

Find rare gear with huge bonuses. Equip the best and create broken builds.

Ascend and Grow Stronger

Reset your run to earn Ascendium, unlocking cross-ascension upgrades that boost your progress.

Always on, Never in the Way

Runs in a small corner of your screen so you can work, browse, or game while inspecting.

Customize Your Play

Adjust size and position to fit your setup. Stay passive or play actively. It's up to you!

Trailer

Screenshots

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Screenshot
Use the ← → keys

PC system requirements

Minimum

OS *
Windows 7
Processor
AMD FX-4350 / Intel® Core™ i3-3210
Memory
4 GB RAM
Graphics
AMD Radeon™ R7 260X (2GB VRAM) / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 750(2GB VRAM)
Storage
350 MB available space
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card

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