Locked Room on Rails

About

A visual novel with puzzle elements, Locked Room on Rails follows Santiago Moore as he investigates a murder aboard a high-end train. Players piece together clues by examining the crime scene, interviewing passengers, and analyzing evidence. The story unfolds through dialogue and branching choices, with logic puzzles tied to key plot points. The train setting keeps suspects and motives contained, creating a classic whodunit structure with interactive twists. The game’s strength lies in its tight narrative and clever integration of puzzles. The confined environment amplifies tension, while the blend of dialogue and deduction prevents the experience from feeling passive. Early community feedback praises the writing and the way each puzzle feels essential to the mystery. With a runtime of 6-8 hours, it’s a self-contained mystery that plays out like a smartly scripted episode of a crime drama.

Storyline

After finishing his vacation, homicide detective Santiago Moore boards the luxurious express train, The Jacob's Ladder Express, to head back home. However, he's awoken by a sudden murder, and must figure out what happened in this Locked Room on Rails.