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Out nowGamePC, 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.

Release date
March 31, 2026
Developer
Mother Gaia Studio
Publisher
CriticalLeap
Genre
Puzzle, Adventure, Indie

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PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
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Nintendo SwitchWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource

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Release date history

  1. Date announced: September 17, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

  2. Date announced: March 31, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

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When does The Posthumous Investigation release?

The Posthumous Investigation released on March 31, 2026.

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Which platforms is The Posthumous Investigation on?

The Posthumous Investigation is releasing on PC, Nintendo Switch.

Has The Posthumous Investigation been delayed?

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