Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3894590 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 22 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $4.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $4.99 |
| Current price USD | $4.99 |
| Release date | Oct 22, 2025 |
| Developer | Domestic Black Cat |
| Publisher | Studio Amateur |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Very Positive |
| Positive review percent | 88% |
| Positive reviews | 58 |
| Negative reviews | 8 |
| Total reviews | 66 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 22 |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | Yes |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3894590/ |
Short description
As a private detective, you’ll crack word clues left by a mysterious informant, gather evidence, and uncover the truth hidden in the shadows.
About this game
Detective Worden is a narrative-driven word puzzle game set in a noir world, inspired by Wordle and classic detective fiction . Each word brings you one step closer to the truth. A mysterious informant sends you cryptic clues in the form of single words. Through deduction, pattern recognition, and a touch of intuition, you'll sift through layers of language to piece together the full picture. Whether you're pursuing the truth in Story Mode, practicing freely in Free Mode, or testing your skills against others in the Daily Challenge, the game rewards careful thought and calm reasoning. Features A unique blend of word puzzles and detective storytelling Story Mode : investigate a single case as each clue draws you deeper into the truth Free Mode : practice freely with customizable word length, difficulty, attempt limit, and time constraints Daily Challenge : take on a new puzzle every day and compete with players around the world in logic and speed Stats & History Tracking : review your past answers, performance, and overall progress Retro typewriter-style interface with immersive sound design and nostalgic visuals
Supported languages
English * , French, German, Spanish - Spain, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese * languages with full audio support