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Retirement Holmes

Sneak, Scheme, and Sabotage your way through this sandbox detective adventure as the latest member of the OAP PD - A crew of vigilante pension-claiming detectives. Identify and capture criminals hiding in plain sight whilst collecting clues to solve a procedurally generated mystery.

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Tom Jakubkis
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Ad-Lib Games
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Coming Soon
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About the Game

IDENTIFY NOTORIOUS PETTY CRIMINALS HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT

Anyone can be a criminal - The forgetful cleaner that hates the outdoors? Criminal. The mechanic that’s always late and loves the gym? Law-breaker. The dance machine of a lifeguard that loves to bury his head in books? Vagabond. Luckily for you, your nephew has gathered intel on the most notorious petty criminals in Harmony Bay. Use his clues to build a description of your target, and investigate the behaviours of the general populace to find your match.

But don’t rely on past experiences, each character you meet on your journey harbours a random selection of traits, altering their daily routines and the way they behave.    

CAPTURE YOUR TARGET BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY

Once you think you’ve identified your target it's up to you to apprehend them. Take on odd jobs to gain access to restricted areas, devise ingenious plans to entrap your target, learn the habits of the people you meet, avoid detection through disguise and deceit, and earn favours from the characters you meet on your journey - you never know when they may come in handy. 

Most importantly however…

DON'T GET CAUGHT

The local police force don’t look kindly on your noble cause. Find a way to manoeuvre your target off the premises without attracting heat in order to continue your quest.

EXPLORE THE VIBRANT TOWN OF HARMONY BAY

Plot your own journey through Harmony Bay on a roguelite inspired adventure, balancing risk and reward to unearth a sinister conspiracy fueling the unsavoury changes to the town you love.

Every playthrough has a unique mystery to solve. Pay close attention to the clues you collect throughout each playthrough and finally answer the question, what happened to Harmony Bay?

Features

  • Local  Co-op – Team up with a friend to share intel, coordinate plans, and take down criminals together—or split up to cover more ground.

  • Identify Hidden Criminals – Use clues to build a profile and track down notorious petty criminals hiding in plain sight.

  • Randomised Suspects – Each character has a unique mix of traits and behaviors, ensuring no two playthroughs are the same.

  • Investigate & Infiltrate – Observe AI-driven routines, take on odd jobs, earn favors, and devise clever plans to get close to your target.

  • Apprehend with Strategy – Set traps, use disguises, and manipulate your surroundings to capture your suspect without getting caught.

  • Explore Harmony Bay – Navigate a roguelite-inspired town, uncover hidden secrets, and piece together a conspiracy threatening your home.

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