The Posthumous Investigation

About This Game

Step into the shoes of a detective in trouble

You’ve been hired by Bras Cubas, an influential entrepreneur of twentieth century’s Rio de Janeiro, to find the culprit behind his own death. Even from beyond, Bras won’t let you move on until you solve the case.
Meet and interrogate multiple suspects, and uncover their ulterior motives. Delve into this imaginary take on Rio, gather clues, get in trouble, and find testimonies that will help you unravel this mystery.

Use the loop to your advantage

Bras imprisoned you in a time loop against your will, but you can use it to your favor. On the day after the victim’s demise, friends and foes alike may exhibit… “peculiar” behavior. You can follow them, learn their actions, and use the acquired information to confront them. In some cases, this can even cause them to deviate from their known routine. What critical events can occur when pushing for the truth? Find out all of the possibilities!

Discover an unusual adaptation of the works of Machado de Assis

Machado de Assis is considered by many to be the greatest Brazilian writer. In this game, some of his most acclaimed work have been reshaped and blended into a new and unexpected narrative, but still referencing the source material with all the sarcasm, wit, humor and social commentary. The Posthumous Investigation is an interactive homage to one of the world’s most celebrated authors.