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Desktop Detective

Conradical Games · Aug 19, 2026

An idle detective game that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.

Casual Indie RPG
Last tracked players
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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!

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System requirements Windows · macOS

Windows

Minimum

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

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: MacOS 10.15 (Catalina)
  • Processor: 2.3 ghz dual-core intel core i5 or apple m1
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: intel iris plus graphics 640, amd radeon pro, or apple silicon gpu
  • Storage: 350 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Any
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Playsaurus
Brazilian rating
10
Steam Germany rating
6
Achievements
111
Features
Single-player, Steam Achievements, Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, Mouse Only Option, #category_playable_at_your_own_pace, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Touch Only Option, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese
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Buy Verdict

Watch — $3.99.

Decent deal at 20% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.

▲ ~13 days until next sale

Update Momentum

Moderate Updates — 0 patches in last 30 days.

7 patches and 7 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.

▼ No recent patches

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Desktop Detective worth buying right now?
Watch — $3.99. Decent deal at 20% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
When does Desktop Detective go on sale?
Decent deal at 20% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
Is Desktop Detective still getting updates?
Moderate Updates — 0 patches in last 30 days. 7 patches and 7 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.
Is Desktop Detective free to play?
Desktop Detective costs $3.99 on Steam.
What genre is Desktop Detective?
Desktop Detective is a Casual, Indie, RPG game.
Who developed Desktop Detective?
Desktop Detective was developed by Conradical Games and published by Playsaurus.
What platforms does Desktop Detective support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.