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Unravel a Post-War Conspiracy: The Ratline - A Detective Thriller

Dive into The Ratline, a gripping detective game where you'll investigate a tangled web of secrets and lies in 1971. A murdered priest in Budapest uncovers a list of escaped Nazi war criminals, leading you on a transcontinental hunt for justice. This narrative-driven mystery demands sharp wit and keen observation to expose the truth behind a covert network.

As an investigator in this gritty detective thriller, you'll piece together fragmented clues, analyze historical documents, and interrogate shady contacts across the globe. This is more than a game; it's an immersive experience where your deductions matter. The Ratline offers a unique blend of puzzle-solving and narrative exploration, testing your skills as a true sleuth.

Acclaimed Detective Gameplay

The Ratline is praised by industry veterans:

“I loved every minute of the demo” - Lucas Pope, Return of the Obra Dinn

“Delivers layers of clever puzzles and satisfying reveals all the way through to the end” - Jeremy Johnston, The Roottrees are Dead

“Roottrees fans will really enjoy sleuthing in The Ratline” - EvilTrout, The Roottrees are Dead

“If you love the Golden Idol games, you'll love the Ratline” - Will Ackerman, Lead Designer, Rise of the Golden Idol

Key Investigative Features:

• Examine meticulously crafted documents, revealing photographs, and authentic artifacts to uncover crucial evidence. Sharpen your skills in historical investigation.

• Make independent deductions without hand-holding, relying on your intellect and intuition to solve the case. This is pure deductive reasoning at its finest.

• Act like a proper sleuth, cultivating contacts and shaking down sources from Rome to Buenos Aires. Explore a rich world filled with complex characters in this noir-inspired mystery.

• Hunt down your marks - piece together their identities, verify your conclusions, and ultimately bring them to justice. Experience the satisfaction of solving cold cases.

The Ratline is brought to you by Owlskip, the acclaimed creators of narrative detective games like Family, Rivals, Conspiracy, Echo Beach, Life & Crimes, and Riley and Rochelle.

Prepare to delve into a dark chapter of history in The Ratline. The war may be over, but the reckoning awaits. Put your investigation games skills to the test!

Compatibility Note:

For the optimal experience with The Ratline, especially for the best puzzle game performance, it's recommended to use a mouse and keyboard. The game is not currently optimized for Steam Deck.