As a devoted admirer, I’m thrilled to share that the esteemed Publisher Good Smile Company and visionary developer IzanagiGames have unveiled a fresh trailer for their upcoming “authentic mystery adventure” game titled “Dark Auction“. The intriguing tagline “Story, Mystery, and Bidding” hints at an immersive experience that I can’t wait to dive into!
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
Experience a captivating, enigmatic journey through time and space, penned by Rika Suzuki, renowned for her masterpieces Another Code and Hotel Dusk: Room 215. This thrilling tale will be brought to life with captivating character designs by Kohske, creator of the popular series GANGSTA., and a stirring soundtrack composed by Yuko Komiyama, known for her work on the Monster Hunter franchise.
- Search freely within an ancient castle across a 3D map
- Apply reason and analyze the possibilities using keywords found in word clouds
- Join an auction where the truth is revealed about the past
West Germany, 1981.
At eighteen, I’m still grappling with the ghostly recollections of my mother leaving me behind at an early age. Sharing a life with just my father, Leonardo – a writer whose dreams never quite took flight and who harbors an unusual fascination with Hitler research – has become my daily reality. Though I yearn for him to divert his attention towards less peculiar interests, Leonardo remains steadfast in his pursuit, disregarding the financial struggles we face as a result.
One day, a notice comes regarding an auction showcasing artifacts linked to Hitler. Disregarding Noah’s reservations, Leonardo decides to go and makes his way towards the historic castle hosting the event. Upon his return, he assures Noah that he will share every detail of the experience.
However, it was always Leo who failed to return home as scheduled. With no more word from his dad, Noah took matters into his own hands and journeyed to the castle. There, he chanced upon an incredibly disturbing scene.
Swiftly, Noah discovers himself locked within the castle alongside fellow bidders. At the behest of the auctioneer, he also gets involved in the enigmatic proceedings.
Staff
- Original Story / Scenario: Rika Suzuki (Another Code and Hotel Dusk: Room 215)
- Character Design: Kohske (GANGSTA.)
- Soundtrack: Yuko Komiyama (Monster Hunter series)
This game narrates the story of a group of youths determined to work towards a peaceful tomorrow once they’ve learned about their past. Occasionally, memories of historical wars serve as recurring themes, but this game is not meant to celebrate or endorse the atrocities of war in any manner.
Dark Auction is due out for PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC via Steam in 2025.
Watch the trailer below.
Story, Mystery, and Bidding Trailer
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2025-06-13 16:46