Overview
Step into the year 1998 as a digital detective in The Roottrees are Dead. A catastrophic private jet crash has claimed the lives of the wealthy Roottree Sisters and their parents, leaving behind a colossal fortune. The twist? An eccentric great-great-grandfather's will dictates that this immense wealth must be redistributed among the remaining family members. Your mission is to sift through the digital debris of the past, using your trusty dial-up modem to unearth clues and determine who is truly a blood relative.
Highlights
- Genre-Defining Gameplay: Immerse yourself in a rich narrative-driven adventure with strong detective and puzzle elements.
- Atmospheric Investigation: Utilize a 1998-era dial-up modem to scour for photos, articles, and other evidence, piecing together a complex family tree.
- Single-Player Focus: Experience a compelling solo mystery developed and published by Evil Trout Inc., released on January 15, 2025.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy a deep, story-rich mystery that requires careful deduction and a keen eye for detail. If you appreciate point-and-click adventures with an atmospheric setting and a compelling narrative, you'll find yourself engrossed in the Roottree family's secrets.
Game Info
Developed and published by Evil Trout Inc., The Roottrees are Dead is a single-player adventure game that puts you in the shoes of an investigator tasked with untangling a complex web of family relationships. Set in 1998, the game challenges you to use period-appropriate technology to gather evidence and make crucial deductions. The game supports English, French, German, Spanish (Latin America), Simplified Chinese, Portuguese (Brazil), and Italian, with full audio support in English, Simplified Chinese, and Italian.
