A murder mystery with a twist of humor and intrigue is here with Loco Motive, the latest comedy adventure from Chucklefish! Set aboard the luxurious 1930s Reuss Express, players are thrust into the middle of a whodunit when Lady Unterwald—eccentric heiress of the Wald-Bahn Rail Company—is found murdered. With a legacy and empire left in disarray, the question looms: who did it?
As prime suspects, you’ll need to clear your name, using the talents of three unlikely heroes—a no-nonsense lawyer, a mystery novelist turned amateur detective, and an undercover agent. Each brings their own flair to unraveling this deadly puzzle.
Gameplay Highlights
Players will dive into Loco Motive’s richly detailed pixel-art world, solving item-based puzzles and piecing together clues to find the real culprit. Along the way, you’ll meet a train full of quirky, fully-voiced characters, each adding their own charm and suspicion to the unfolding narrative.
And if you get stuck? No need to sweat! Call the Dirk Chiselton Hotline—a witty in-game hint system that offers spoiler-free guidance.
Key Features of Loco Motive:
- Murder, mystery, and laughs: A hilarious comedy-adventure steeped in smooth jazz vibes.
- Three protagonists, one mystery: Take control of three characters in an interlinked, twist-filled story.
- A cast of characters to remember: Interact with a train full of eccentric passengers who may—or may not—be involved.
- Clever puzzles, no hair-pulling: Item-based challenges that are tricky enough to feel rewarding but never unfair.
- Pixel perfection: Beautifully detailed visuals that bring the 1930s train setting to life.
- Phone a friend: A built-in hint system to keep you moving if you’re stuck.
- Full voice acting: An all-star cast breathes life into every character.
- Steam Deck Verified: Play it comfortably on the go!
All Aboard Now!
Loco Motive is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch for £14.99/$17.99/€17.99, with support for English and German languages. For the latest updates, follow the game on Twitter, and check out Chucklefish on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for more exciting indie game announcements!
Ready to solve the mystery? It’s time to hop aboard the Reuss Express and uncover the truth behind the untimely demise of Lady Unterwald! 🚂🕵️♂️