Players looking for a cozy mystery with a supernatural twist have a new option arriving this November. Zombie Police: Midsummer Unhappy New Year sets up a unique premise where the protagonist investigates a modern digital scandal in a traditional rural setting. This blend of visual novel storytelling and investigation gameplay offers a distinct experience for fans of character-driven narratives. We can track the release details and pricing below.
Lob Studio's zombie detective mystery arrives on Steam for $10.99
Lob Studio developed the game as a single-player comedy and mystery visual novel. The story follows zombie detective Akemi Kabane as she investigates a VTuber incident in Shimofuri Village. This setup allows players to explore the clash between older traditions and newer ways of life. Lob Studio CEO Tsuyoshi Manabe stated that the game explores these ideas while providing fun characters and investigation-inspired gameplay mixed with a visual novel.
The game launches on PC via Steam on November 22. The standard price for the digital copy is $10.99. A Nintendo Switch version is scheduled for release at a later date. The staggered release schedule enables PC players to access the game first while the console version undergoes final preparation.
The narrative focuses on the tension between older traditions and newer values. Players engage in investigation-inspired gameplay that mixes visual novel elements with comedy. The protagonist, Akemi Kabane, navigates a VTuber incident within the rural Shimofuri Village setting. The game is available for purchase on Steam starting November 22.
Source: Zombie Police, Gematsu
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