Zombie Police: Midsummer Unhappy New Year announced for PC

Lobstudio has revealed that they are working on a new visual novel titled “Zombie Police: Midsummer Unhappy New Year,” which serves as a sequel to the game “Zombie Police: Christmas Dancing with Police Zombies” released in 2024. The upcoming game is scheduled for release on PC through Steam in the year 2026.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

“Old Tradition VS Zombie = ???”

“Detective Zomby” tackles a mysterious case in the freezing midsummer!

Akemi Kabane, a woman known for her exceptional problem-solving skills and bold actions, finds herself paired with Yasu Tamura, an ordinary man fascinated by detective series, who unwittingly becomes entangled in her fast-paced investigations.

The unusual pair embarks on a fresh journey within Sanjusanda City, which is where Tamura hails from. Notably, they encounter Shimofuri Village, an enigmatic location that remains perpetually winterized even during the height of summer.

Behind the veil of secrecy in the village, and beneath the surface of the enigma surrounding the case, lies the true account of the calamity that transpired during a live stream by a Virtual YouTuber. What truly happened during that fateful broadcast?

Are you ready to challenge the freezing midsummer mystery with the detectives?

A character-driven detective adventure game, Zombie Police: Midsummer Unhappy New Year.

How to Play

  • Unique Interrogation Through the Special Ability “Zombie Dive”!
    • Dive into witnesses’ minds to investigate cases as a Detective Zomby.
    • Jump into people, objects, and even museum exhibits!
    • Beetles? Woolly mammoths? Is that really okay?
  • Complete the “Journal” to Advance Your Investigation!
    • Work with Tamura, a crime drama enthusiast, to organize information from collected testimonies.
    • Build up his case notes called the “Journal” and piece together your deductions to uncover the full picture of the case!
  • Gather Evidence, Deduce, and Corner the Culprit!
    • Experience the satisfaction of analyzing evidence and testimonies to uncover the truth behind each case.
    • Your choices change the story’s ending – aim to discover all possible conclusions!

Key Features

  • The Immortal “Detective Zomby” – Because I’m… a zombie, after all! Reckless investigation with an undying body!? Removing her head, sleeping in freezers, drinking poison in one go (!?) to test theories… Solving cases with unconventional methods!
  • Comedy Meets Serious! – While this odd-couple duo engages in amusing banter, a gruesome case unfolds behind the scenes. Your emotions will swing with this perfectly unique atmosphere! Enjoy the comedy-mystery that only “Zombie Police” can deliver.

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2025-04-23 17:02