Loco Motive Pulls Into The Station on Nintendo Switch and PC

Written by Brandon Hofer on November 21, 2024

News: A new murder mystery has arrived where you must solve the mystery of a murder aboard the Reuss Express.

Robust Games and Chucklefish have revealed that their point-and-click comedy adventure Loco Motive is now available on Nintendo Switch and PC. Early adopters will be able to save a little bit of money with a launch sale of 10% off on both platforms until November 27th.

An eccentric heiress has been murdered aboard the Reuss Express, and you're the main suspects! Cut down in her prime at the tender age of 89 years old, Lady Unterwald of the Wald-Bahn Rail Company leaves behind a legacy, an empire and a whole lot of questions...

Loco Motive tasks players with proving their innocence after the untimely murder of Lady Unterwald aboard her very own Reuss Express. Using the distinctive talents of a strait-laced lawyer, a novelist-turned-amateur-detective, and an undercover agent as they attempt to absolve themselves.

Along the way, players will encounter a fully voiced cast of eccentric and memorable characters, solve satisfyingly challenging puzzles, and piece together clues to prove their innocence. Enact justice and uncover the culprit.

What's more, when players get stuck, they can always give the Dirk Chiselton Hotline a call. Loco Motive features its own in-game tips hotline, gently guiding players towards solutions without any unwanted spoilers.

“We’re thrilled to get Loco Motive into the hands of players!” said Adam Riches, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Robust Games. “From the humble origins of a simple game jam to a fully fledged adventure in its own right, the last few years have been a whirlwind”

"My brother and I always wanted to create something together, and we're very grateful to have had that opportunity," said Joseph Riches, Technical Director and Co-Founder of Robust Games. "There was an unrelenting drive to make Loco Motive happen, and it's our hope that players will see our passion and love for the genre reflected in this game.”

Some of the key features in Loco Motive include:

A comedy adventure that hits like smooth jazz, set onboard a 1930s express train.

Take control of three playable characters, in an interlinking comedic adventure.

Uncovering a deadly mystery, full of twists, turns and sharp wit!

Meet a train-full of quirky and somewhat suspicious fellow passengers.

Stop at nothing to solve item-based puzzles, that won’t leave your head scratching for hours.

Beautifully detailed pixel art bursting with charm and character.

A little nudge in the right direction when needed. Telephone for assistance with an in-game hint call-line!

Full Voice Acting with an all-star cast.

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Loco Motive is available in English and German on PC and Nintendo Switch for £14.99/ $17.99/ €17.99. Be sure to check out the trailer to see if Loco Motive is the game for you.