Publisher G-MODE Corporation and developers room6 and Game Studio have announced Next: The Portopia Serial Murder Case, a full remake of the 1983-released, Yuji Hori-created Famicom adventure game The Portopia Serial Murder Case. It will launch for Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam in 2027 in Japan. It will only support Japanese as a language option.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
First released for the PC-6001 by Enix (now Square Enix) in June 1983, the game was subsequently ported to many personal computers of that era.
On November 29, 1985, a port was released for the Family Computer, becoming a classic masterpiece as the console’s very first adventure game.
All-New Title: The Portopia Serial Murder Case
Supervised by executive director Yuji Horii, five new investigation files told from shifting perspectives have been added to The Portopia Serial Murder Case!
Set in 1980s Kobe, players can enjoy a completely new detective experience—investigating alongside a new cast of characters to uncover the secrets hidden behind the original murders.
Gameplay
This title is a menu-driven, command-selection text adventure game. Players utilize a variety of commands to navigate the investigation. By gathering witness statements and physical evidence, you will gradually uncover the truth behind the serial murders.
Staff
- Original Story and Executive Director: Yuji Horii
- Music: Shinya Kiyozuka
- Character Design: Kyoji Asano
- Plannimg and Production: ORION PROJECT
- Development: room6 and Game Studio
- Publisher: G-MODE Corporation
Watch the announcement trailer below.