Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4994410 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 0 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Oct 8, 2026 |
| Developer | Thought Detectives |
| Publisher | Fachhochschule Salzburg GmbH, MediaCube Games |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Not available |
| Positive review percent | Not available |
| Positive reviews | 0 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 0 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | Not available |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4994410/ |
Short description
Explore, converse with passengers, solve handcrafted puzzles and connect clues on an interactive deduction board in this narrative-driven mystery adventure set aboard a luxury train line in 1925.
About this game
Every clue tells a story. Every connection brings you closer to the truth. Train of Thought – Murder on the Silver Line is a narrative-driven detective mystery game that combines exploration, puzzles and logical deduction into a handcrafted whodunit experience. As you jump into the role of Maeve Ashford, a renowned detective from London, search for interactables, converse with a cast of memorable passengers, solve intricate puzzles, and organize your findings on an immersive deduction board as you unravel your presence aboard a luxurious 1920s train heading to Budapest. Inspired by classic detective fiction and modern narrative adventures, Train of Thought rewards careful observation and critical thinking. Rather than simply collecting evidence, you'll analyze, connect and interpret every piece of information yourself. Every statement, every object and every discovery could become the missing piece of a puzzle. As for the state of ACADEMIC VERSION, this game was created as part of the study program at FH Salzburg and released here with it's latest build. The passionate team behind this project will work on a further developed game, so stay tuned and enjoy this version! Investigate a Living Mystery Freely explore beautifully crafted train carriages filled with secrets. Gradually reveal the truth behind some suspicious activity aboard the train. Question Everything Talk to a diverse cast of passengers, uncover contradictions and gather new information through dialogue. Listen closely, everyone has something to hide, and some may also lie in order to keep appearances. Solve Challenging Puzzles Progress through the environment by completing a variety of handcrafted puzzles, from logical deduction challenges and observation-based riddles to environmental interactions that put your detective skills to the test. Your Suitcase Is Your Greatest Tool At the heart of the investigation lies an interactive deduction board stored inside your detective suitcase. Pin clues, write notes, draw connections between pieces of evidence and organize your theories however you see fit. Your board evolves alongside your investigation, becoming a visual representation of your own…
Supported languages
English * * languages with full audio support