Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3875890 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 4 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $7.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $7.99 |
| Current price USD | $7.99 |
| Release date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Developer | IM/MORTAL Studios, Pierce Papke / Ekpap |
| Publisher | IM/MORTAL Studios |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Very Positive |
| Positive review percent | 96% |
| Positive reviews | 65 |
| Negative reviews | 3 |
| Total reviews | 68 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 16 |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | Yes |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3875890/ |
Short description
The King Mere is dead. Once the leader of diplomacy in the Dog Empyre, now a bloodstain on snow. You are the Apprentice, sent by the Master Detective to the City of Ink, to uncover who really murdered the King at the edge of the world.
About this game
The King Mere is dead. His brother stands accused. Journey to the City of Ink in Darkway: Murder of King Mere , a captivating painterly-pixelated murder mystery where the fate of the Dog Empyre rests in your paws. King Mere, once a beacon of diplomacy for the Dog Empyre, now lies a bloodstain on snow. His brother, August, has been swiftly convicted. As the Master Detective's Apprentice, you arrive four days too late to the crime scene. Is the King's brother the true murderer? Or has the truth been redacted in ink? A young dog, training under the Master Detective at the academy. Featuring : Non-Linear Story and Exploration Every Apprentice will have a different journey as they solve the murder. Investigate, convict, and pry for information from whoever you want, whenever you want. Over 20 Endings You can convict everyone - except the crow. The correct conviction has 5 endings! A Gripping Murder Mystery Delve into a complex narrative where every conversation, clue, and observation brings you closer to the truth behind King Mere's death. Was it a simple act of regicide, or a conspiracy that threatens the entire Empyre? Challenging Parkour Traverse the intricate architecture of the City of Ink, leaping across castle walls, scaling towers, and exploring hidden paths as you gather evidence. Your agility will be as crucial as your intellect in uncovering secrets. 20+ Fully Voiced and Illustrated Characters Interact with a diverse cast, each brought to life with full voice acting . Uncover their secrets, manage relationships, and gain their trust to unlock vital information. Stunning Painterly-Pixel Art Style Dynamic Story & Consequences Your investigations and choices will directly influence the narrative's progression and outcome. Both your own fate, and that of the City of Ink's rests in your paws. Beyond the Investigation Explore the rich lore of the Dog Empyre and Darkway, uncover ancient cults, and piece together the history that led to the King's demise. Collect evidence, challenge assumptions, and ultimately decide who is truly responsible for the Murder of King Mere. Will you uncover what really happened? Will you die trying? Or will you find…
Supported languages
English * * languages with full audio support