- DevLog 33. - 19 July 2026
Hello, this is Alpheratz*. In this devlog, I would like to share the launch results of Connected Clue, news of our release on STOVE, preparations for our next project, and my personal reflections looking back on the past development period.- STOVE Indie Release & Discount Event Following Steam, Connected Clue has officially launched on STOVE Indie as well! If you are interested in the game but haven't purchased it yet, a 20% discount event is ongoing until the 29th, so please take this opportunity to check it out. The warm, supportive reviews you leave after playing give me a lot of strength! :) STOVE Store Link: https://store.onstove.com/games/104815- Preparing for the Next Project, Protocol: Stitch While working on the Nintendo Switch and mobile ports for Connected Clue, I have also begun developing a new project: a horror adventure game titled Protocol: Stitch.I do not plan to upload…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.002.01) - 25 June 2026
Patch Notes (ver 1.002.01)Bug FixesFixed interaction failures after using the magnifier UI and resolved control issues where the player froze after ESC-skipping.Fixed an issue where the camera locked when losing focus during NPC dialogue and resolved control UI remnants after closing newspapers.Resolved graphical errors including dialogue UI remaining during chapter transitions, the beer bottle in Lina’s house, and the dark flashing effect in the gallery.\ Fixed the grandfather interrogation event trigger failure and resolved an issue where the character could move during events.\ Fixed an issue where the phone booth event did not trigger under certain conditions and resolved a movement freeze after talking to the child.\ Fixed a bug where the victim's photo disappeared from the Detective Wall during a replay after game clearance, and corrected dialogue typos.\ Fixed an issue where the…
- Chinese (Simp/Trad) Translation Beta Now Available! - 7 May 2026
Hello, this is Alpheratz Games, the developer of .Seeing so many Chinese-speaking players enjoying the game and leaving wonderful reviews, I wanted to repay your support as soon as possible. Therefore, I have implemented AI-driven translations for both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.Please note that this is not yet a final professional translation. You can experience the Chinese localized version through the Beta Test branch.\Path: Steam Library → Right-click → Properties → Betas → Private BetaEnter Code: langtest1234If you encounter any awkward expressions or errors while playing, please join our Discord channel and let us know! Attaching a screenshot of the specific sentence would be extremely helpful for our corrections. (Example: 相对观察 -> 观察对手)Discord: https://discord.gg/GN8hHAHfUpAfter collecting translation reports for about two months, I plan to officially update the game on J…
- [Notice] Regarding Save Data Loss and Recovery Instructions - 27 April 2026
Hello, this is Alpheratz Games. First, I would like to apologize for the delay in game updates due to my poor health recently.While the current version has been patched, we have identified an issue where save data was lost for some users who played between April 18th and April 26th after updating. I sincerely apologize to everyone whose precious hours of gameplay were affected by this error.If you have experienced this issue, please follow the steps below to recover your data.Option 1: If you haven't closed the game yet (Steam Cloud)If you noticed your save file is missing but have not yet closed the game, you can download your previous data from Steam Cloud.Go to the Steam Cloud Link (https://store.steampowered.com/account/remotestorageapp/?appid=1777200) and log in.Download the PlayerInfo.sav file corresponding to your OS:Mac: ConnectedClue.app/Contents/SaveFolder/PlayerInfo.savWindow…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.001.06) - 18 April 2026
Patch Notes (ver 1.001.06)Bug FixesEngine Migration: Upgraded to Unity 6 for enhanced performance and stability.Graphic Renewal: Refined the SCG (Standing CG) graphics to a more detailed Pixel Art style to enhance the game's aesthetic.System Optimization: Fixed issues where narration wouldn't display or QTE mashing speed was abnormally fast on certain PC environments.Loading Fixes: Resolved intermittent errors during data loading and fixed logic errors related to door objects.Event & Direction: Fixed a sequence break when skipping chapter-end narration and resolved an issue where players could move during the Chapter 1 shop event.Interaction & Logic: Strengthened character movement restrictions after the Detective Wall (Chapters 4, 5) and the safe puzzle (Chapter 8).Map Design: Fixed wall clipping in the Theater Manager's room and an issue where players could pass through locked doors o…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.001.04) - 21 March 2026
Patch Notes (ver 1.001.04) Bug Fixes 1. System & StabilityFixed Soft-locks: Resolved an issue where the game would freeze during the final chapter QTE when choosing "Grab the secretary's arm."Input Optimization: Fixed a conflict where keyboard/mouse inputs were not recognized during mash QTEs if a gamepad was connected.Auto-save Feature: Added an auto-save function that triggers upon the conclusion of major events.Narration Polish: Fixed a bug where skipping the end-of-chapter narration caused the save folder to appear and disrupted the scene flow.2. Quests & LogicChapter 10 Improvements: Fixed various logic errors, including the "New Game" text bubble appearing incorrectly during investigations and optimized loading points.Rachel's Basement: Removed the unnecessary right passage and fixed a progression block that occurred when entering the office without key clues.Interaction Fixes: Re…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.001.03) - 17 March 2026
Patch Notes (ver 1.001.03)Bug Fixes & Improvements\Tutorial Skip: Improved the system so that previously viewed tutorials will no longer appear when starting a "New Game."Newspaper Interaction:Fixed a bug to ensure that the scrap function can be used with any controller, regardless of whether the initial interaction was made via keyboard or mouse.Added a notification message when attempting to scrap a newspaper that has already been scrapped.Item Description Text: Fixed an issue where the text "New Game" was incorrectly displayed at the top of the magnet description when obtaining it at the office or inn if missed during the bank incident.\Restricted Movement During Events: Fixed issues where players could move during evidence presentation, trait investigation, or specific dialogue choices (e.g., Grandmother in the Restaurant, Sailors in Chapter 10).Interaction Conflict: Resolved a soft…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.001.01) - 14 March 2026
In this update, I’ve addressed several issues that were reported but had been difficult to track down. A huge thank you to everyone who helped me identify these bugs! Please feel free to share your feedback anytime while playing!Patch Notes (ver 1.001.01)Bug Fixes & Improvements\Item Acquisition Logic: Fixed an issue where the text incorrectly displayed "New Game" when obtaining the magnet in the Detective Office if it was not acquired during the Bank stage.Streetlight Quest Improvements:Fixed a localization error where Japanese and English dialogue were swapped in certain sections.Fixed a bug where one of the quest items failed to appear in the evidence list.Improved gameplay flow so players can skip the mini-game if all clues have already been found.Outfit Requirements: Relaxed the restrictions in Chapters 7 and 10, allowing players to visit suspects' houses without having to wear the…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.001.00) - 13 March 2026
Patch Notes (ver 1.001.00)Bug FixesFixed an issue where progress would not be saved if the "Saved successfully" message was closed using the Esc key.Fixed an issue in the "Spot the Difference" mini-game at the Painter's House where correct answers were sometimes marked as incorrect (X).Fixed an issue where the "Fresh Sunshine" evidence was not obtained upon reloading if the "Spot the Difference" game was failed via skipping.Fixed an issue where keyboard and mouse controls were unresponsive during the "Eating Contest" if a gamepad was plugged in.New FeaturesAdded a feature to review obtained tutorials within the Detective's Notebook.Updated the "Broken Streetlight" evidence to show the remaining count; changed to show clear-specific options when talking to the police.Changed the "Nuns' Mini-game" in Chapter 4 to include a confirmation prompt for accepting the quest.
- Patch Notes (ver 1.000.03) - 12 March 2026
Bug Fixes & ImprovementsBug FixesSoft-lock Fixes:Fixed an issue where the game would freeze when skipping speech bubbles immediately after retrieving an item with a magnet.Fixed a progression-blocking bug in the restaurant where clicking the correct answer on the menu before dialogue appeared would cause the event to hang upon closing the dialogue window.Fixed an issue where the story would not progress if the player cleared the refutation system while wearing the maid outfit.Fixed a freeze issue caused by a function error when attempting to skip an event via ESC while simultaneously clicking the mouse.QTE & Direction:Fixed a bug in the Bank QTE where selecting "Drop the vase" prevented further progression.Fixed a bug in the Bank QTE where selecting "Hide in the restaurant" resulted in the restaurant door remaining locked.Fixed an issue where speech bubbles would appear if Enter was pre…
- Connected Clue Official Release! - 9 March 2026
Hello. This is Alpheratz*.Connected Clue Official Release! Connected Clue, which has been in preparation for about three and a half years, has finally been officially released on Steam today at 0 AM! I sincerely thank everyone who has waited for and supported us until now. Meet Connected Clue, a mystery adventure filled with the sensibility of 19th-century classic detective novels, on Steam now!Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1777200 Launch Celebration Review Event & Donation PledgeI am waiting for your precious feedback to celebrate the launch. Also, I want to share a small promise to repay the love I've received from you all.❤️ Sharing Pledge: I have always admired social contribution through donation, and since 2022, I have been making small donations to prevent school violence and cyber violence, and to support community soup kitchens.If we reach 10,000 sales by…
- Patch Notes (ver 1.000.00) - 9 March 2026
Bug FixesLocalization: Fixed issues regarding Japanese voiced sound marks (Dakuten).Tutorial: Fixed an issue where incorrect key prompts were displayed during the movement tutorial when using a controller.Interaction: Fixed a bug where players could interact with "hiding desks" through walls.Adjusted text scroll speed in speech bubbles and dialogue windows for a more comfortable reading pace.Slightly reduced the speed of QTEs (Quick Time Events).Improved overall mouse control responsiveness and fixed the unresponsive newspaper part-time job button. Reduced the rotation speed of items during detailed evidence inspection for better control.Added a feature where room-related evidence will now guide you to the inn's location.Display settings will no longer be synced to Steam Cloud to account for different device environments.Fixed an issue where using an external controller with the Steam D…
- DevLog 32. - 8 March 2026
Hello. This is Alpheratz*.As of March 7, Connected Clue has reached #5 on Steam's "Popular Upcoming" list! Also, I am incredibly grateful that many Japanese Vtubers have enjoyed playing Connected Clue.Thanks to your love and interest, I am off to a great start ahead of the official release. Thank you so much for your support! I look forward to your continued interest at launch.Steam Official Release D-1Launch Celebration EventOffline Game Show Attendance News4-Panel Comic Series OngoingFuture Service PlansHomepage: https://www.connected-clue.com/ Steam: Goods Shop: https://marpple.shop/kr/alpheratz4869- Steam Official Release D-1Tomorrow (March 9) at 00:00 AM, the Steam version of Connected Clue will finally be officially released!Major Japanese game media outlets such as Famitsu, 4Gamer, and Dengeki Online have also covered the news of Connected Clue's release. I am sincerely grateful.…
- [Connected Clue] Official Demo Playthrough | Steam Next Fest 2026 - 23 February 2026
Step into the shoes of a 19th-century detective!Watch the official demo playthrough of \, a solo-developed mystery adventure. Join me as I investigate crime scenes, gather clues, and hunt for the truth during the Steam Next Fest.🎮 Play the Demo on Steam: ✨ Wishlist Now to support the developer! 💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/M2e67SPsnQ
- Patch Notes (ver 0.997.04) - 19 February 2026
Patch Notes (ver 0.997.04)Bug FixesLocalization: Fixed an issue where the game would default to Korean on non-Korean operating systems.Input: Fixed a bug where Korean double consonants (tense sounds) were not triggered by Tab or Ctrl keys.Narration UI: Fixed an issue where the skip icon appeared before the narration text finished during episode transitions.Log UI: Resolved a collision issue where the overlap between the log close area and the skip button prevented clicking.Gameplay: Added a "I have things to do" notification when attempting to leave during the bank robbery event.Save System: Fixed a bug where the save window would reappear if the click location for skipping messages overlapped with the save button.Dialogue: Fixed typos and adjusted various lines of dialogue. Collection: Ensured that collected record data is properly preserved after loading a save.Shop: Fixed a bug that…
- Patch Notes (ver 0.997.03) - 13 February 2026
Patch Notes (ver 0.997.03)Bug FixesQuests: Fixed an error in the "Church Jam Giveaway" quest when clicking the next jam too quickly.Investigation: Fixed an issue where evidence could be collected from the back side during detailed inspection.Investigation: Dialogue logs are now hidden during detailed inspections for better visibility.Fixed a missing door image at 25-15 Oliver Street.Fixed a missing wall section between Inn rooms 201 and 202.Fixed miscellaneous minor graphical glitches.Fixed an issue where the "Always Run" setting was not being saved.Improved Case Reconstruction UI: Clues that don't match the answer are now displayed in dark gray.Removed the loading bar.Added a "Reset to Default" button in the settings menu.Fixed name creation allowing names consisting only of blank spaces.Fixed typewriter navigation: Shift + Move now functions correctly.Fixed an issue where Katakana wou…
- Patch Notes (ver 0.997.02) - 12 January 2026
Bug FixesStore items will now display as "Sold Out" and cannot be repurchased if they are already in your inventory.Updated the text "Empty Safe" to "Items inside the Empty Safe."Fixed a UI display issue occurring at 3440x1440 resolution.Added a toggle for controller vibration in the settings.Restricted the ability to exit to the title screen via the menu while purchasing a newspaper.Fixed an issue where the character would remain in the hiding animation if an event was triggered while hiding.Fixed a bug where the player would move immediately after an event ended if the mouse was being held down for the "Skip" function.Fixed an issue where save slots would not disappear if the mouse was held down for "Skip" during chapter transitions.Fixed a bug where pressing ESC after interacting with a quick-slot object via mouse caused a re-interaction instead of allowing movement.Fixed a localizat…
- DevLog 31. - 10 January 2026
Hello, this is Alpheratz*. In this developer diary, I bring you news of the official Steam release and upcoming offline exhibitions!Official Steam Release Date ConfirmedDemo Version Update & Availability Schedule'Game Pavilion' (Japan) Exhibition AnnouncementOriginal Soundtrack Preview Release4-Panel Comic SerializationOther NewsWebsite: https://www.connected-clue.com/ Steam: Merch Shop: https://marpple.shop/kr/alpheratz4869Official Steam Release Date Confirmed The official Steam release of Connected Clue has been confirmed for March 9th at 5 PM! Major Japanese gaming media outlets such as Famitsu, 4Gamer, and Dengeki Online have also covered news of our game's release. I are sincerely grateful.Famitsu: https://www.famitsu.com/article/202601/62655Dengeki Online: https://dengekionline.com/article/202601/626804Gamer: https://www.4gamer.net/games/965/G096511/20260107010/I sincerely apologi…
- Patch Notes (Ver 0.997.01) - 21 December 2025
Patch Notes (Ver 0.997.01)Bug Fixes- Modified doors that require items so they cannot be closed again.- Updated map controls to allow WASD movement and selection of the current location via mouse.- Fixed an issue where the dialogue log was inaccessible in the Detective Agency.- Fixed a bug where the "Select" button could still be clicked while a message window was open during a save file load.- Added a hover effect where the yellow highlight moves when hovering over text on the title screen.- Restricted access to the inner bank area after Inspector Collin arrives.- Fixed issues where the character could clip through certain walls.- Fixed a bug where the right Shift key was not recognized during name entry on the typewriter.- Fixed an issue where numbers and special characters could only be entered via the Numpad during name entry.- Modified name entry to hide the ink ribbon effect when…
- Patch Notes (Ver 0.997) - 12 December 2025
The game has been updated to reflect the valuable feedback sent by many people! Your feedback can make the game smoother and more enjoyable. If you have any feedback, please feel free to tell us via DM, email, or Discord anytime!Bug FixesModified walking to be the default movement, with running activated by holding Shift.Adjusted door collision detection to be slightly more lenient when using keyboard controls.Fixed an issue where sentences were mixed up in the dialogue box displayed at the bottom.Fixed several minor graphical bugs.Modified all of Lina's dialogue options to be displayed from the start.Removed the delay when transitioning from the Title screen to other menus.Revised some English localization expressions.Enlarged the size of the Detective Note to ensure evidence descriptions are clearly visible even on small screens (like Steam Deck).Fixed a bug in the Number Lock puzzle…
