Tales From The Arcade: Starship Murder - AI Detective Roguelite

8/30/2026, 5:20:07 PM

Release date: 9/11/2023

Tags: #interactive-fiction #roguelite #artificial-intelligence #investigation #time-management #choose-your-own-adventure #space #robots

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Score: 94%Positive
Review Count: 32 reviews
Fetched At: 8/30/2026, 5:20:07 PM

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¥ 350 (JPY)

Steam JP

$2.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 350
Global Price: $2.99
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Key highlight

Investigate a changing murder mystery from the perspective of a ship's AI in Tales From The Arcade: Starship Murder, a roguelite interactive fiction game released in September 2023.

Who this is for

Recommended for players seeking a novel murder mystery experience where the killer changes each time, and for those intrigued by the challenge of unraveling a ship's secrets as an AI.

Details

Overview

Tales From The Arcade: Starship Murder plunges players into an experimental murder mystery where the culprit is never the same. You awaken as the on-board AI of the astro hauler SS Persephone, a ship falling into disrepair. Your primary directive is to make the necessary repairs, but the crew's stories about the captain's mysterious death—and the convenient erasure of your own memory banks—raise immediate suspicion. Is the crew telling the truth, or are they merely buying time to complete a sinister plan?

Highlights

Unique AI Perspective: Experience the investigation from the viewpoint of the ship's artificial intelligence, tasked with both repairs and uncovering the truth.
Dynamic Murder Mystery: The killer and their motives change with each playthrough, offering a fresh challenge and a truly roguelite murder mystery experience.
Interactive Fiction & Roguelite Blend: Combines narrative-driven choices and investigation with the replayability and emergent gameplay of a roguelite.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy narrative-rich experiences, detective work, and the thrill of replayability. Fans of interactive fiction, choose-your-own-adventure stories, and roguelite mechanics will find a unique blend of genres here. If you're looking for a mystery that keeps you guessing and a game that offers endless possibilities, Starship Murder is worth investigating.

Game Info

Developed and published by My Next Games, Tales From The Arcade: Starship Murder was released on September 11, 2023. It features a compelling mix of interactive fiction, roguelite elements, and artificial intelligence themes, all wrapped in a space-faring murder mystery. The game supports Steam Achievements and Family Sharing, and is available in English. It is a paid title that has seen discounts.