Desktop Detective Wiki
by Conradical Games · 2026
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An idle detective game that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.
- Released
- Aug 19, 2026
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- Genres
- Casual, RPG
- Achievements
- 111
At a glance
From Steam, checked
- Languages
- 8 languages
Language list
- English
- French
- German
- Spanish - Spain
- Japanese
- Portuguese - Brazil
- Russian
- Simplified Chinese
PC requirements
Minimum
- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD FX-4350 / Intel® Core™ i3-3210
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R7 260X (2GB VRAM) / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 750(2GB VRAM)
- Storage: 350 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
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About the game from Steam
Search for clues in this idle detective RPG that lives quietly in the corner of your screen.
Investigate crime scenes, gain clues, upgrade your stats, and grow stronger across ascensions while you go about your day.
Level up and unlock
Gain XP, level up, and earn rewards such as permanent upgrades or new crime scenes.
Hunt for loot
Find rare gear with huge bonuses. Equip the best and create broken builds.
Ascend and grow stronger
Reset your run to earn Ascendium, unlocking cross-ascension upgrades that boost your progress.
Always on, never in the way
Runs in a small corner of your screen so you can work, browse, or game while inspecting.
Customize your play
Adjust size and position to fit your setup. Stay passive or play actively. It's up to you!
