PUBLSH has partnered with Turkish developer Elyzio to publish Pera Coda, an episodic psychological murder mystery currently in development for PC. The game is the first announced title from PUBLSH and is scheduled to begin its episodic release on Steam in 2027.
Developed by Elyzio’s internal Falan Studio division, Pera Coda follows Deniz, a disgraced criminal defense lawyer who becomes involved in what initially appears to be a straightforward murder investigation. His investigation eventually takes him into a wider conspiracy involving underground figures, businessmen, celebrities, and other people caught up in the case.
The game is set in a dark interpretation of Istanbul, presented as a city before the widespread use of mobile phones and the internet. Players will explore recognizable locations while investigating crime scenes, examining clues, and navigating conversations that can influence how the story develops.
Pera Coda combines classic point-and-click investigation with psychological storytelling and branching choices. Players can make decisions that affect relationships, opportunities, and events throughout the story, while Deniz’s emotional state can also influence what he is able to say or do.
The investigation extends into Deniz’s own mind through a Mental Reconstruction system, allowing players to revisit crime scenes and piece together events from collected clues. Another system lets players explore Istanbul through Deniz’s senses, using sights, sounds, smells, and other sensory details to uncover memories and connections.
Players will also be able to shape aspects of Deniz’s personality by selecting traits that influence how he approaches situations. The game features puzzles with multiple solutions, branching dialogue, and choices that are intended to have lasting consequences across the episodic story.
PUBLSH will serve as the game’s global publisher, working with Elyzio as the Turkish developer. According to PUBLSH CEO and co-founder Ben Granados, the publisher selected Pera Coda after considering a competitive group of projects for its new publishing approach.
Pera Coda was previously revealed by Elyzio and is now available to wishlist on Steam. The first episode is planned for release in 2027, with additional platforms to be confirmed at a later date.
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