Released in 2015 by Pilgrim Adventures and GrabTheGames Studios, The Deed is an adventure-RPG that ingeniously subverts traditional mystery narratives. This unique title was recently offered for free on Steam for a limited period, prompting players to act quickly to claim it.
During its brief free availability, The Deed could be claimed by all Steam users. Its core premise draws inspiration from the classic board game Clue, yet it introduces a compelling twist: instead of solving a murder, players embody the perpetrator, and their primary objective is to successfully evade justice.
Players step into the shoes of Arran Bruce, a character convinced he is the rightful heir to his family`s ancestral estate, Dunshiel House. However, his father`s decision to disinherit him in favor of his younger sister leads Arran to a drastic conclusion: his sister must die. The method of her demise is entirely left to the player`s strategic discretion.
The game provides ten distinct murder weapons, ranging from a rope and a candlestick to rat poison. The chosen weapon is crucial, as it directly influences the player`s strategy for framing an innocent suspect. Through meticulous planning and the clever placement of evidence, players can successfully implicate household servants or other members of Arran`s family.
Following the murder and the careful selection of a scapegoat, players confront a final, critical challenge. The police dispatch an inspector to investigate the crime and rigorously interrogate Arran. Failure to maintain a coherent and convincing alibi can lead to Arran`s swift arrest and imprisonment. The Deed boasts multiple endings, not all of which guarantee a favorable outcome for Arran.