Game overview
Retro Mystery Club Vol.1: The Ise-Shima Chronicles is a murder mystery adventure game designed in the style of 8-bit retro classics. Set in modern-day Japan, the story begins in Tokyo after the discovery of an unidentified corpse. You take on the role of a detective who, along with your partner Ken, follows a trail of clues leading to the Ise-Shima region, where the investigation unfolds around the trade of rare black pearls.
Gameplay characteristics
The experience utilizes a traditional command-based interface inspired by Famicom-era adventure titles. You progress by interacting with a cast of characters and investigating detailed pixel-art environments. Gift gameplay elements include:
- Selection of commands such as "Talk", "Investigate", "Show", and "Move" to uncover information and evidence.
- Use of an in-game smartphone to take photos, search for information, and contact characters.
- A vertically scrolling action mini-game accessible via the smartphone interface.
- Character illustrations and art direction by Kiyokazu Arai.
- Atmospheric chiptune soundtrack that complements the retro aesthetic.
Included content
This product provides access to the full mystery adventure:
- The complete base game: Retro Mystery Club Vol.1: The Ise-Shima Chronicles.