Staffer Retro: Unravel a Supernatural Mystery in an Island Town

8/21/2026, 8:19:12 AM

Release date: 7/22/2026

Tags: #detective #mystery #visual-novel #2d #singleplayer #thriller #story-rich #logic

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Score: 90%Very Positive
Review Count: 1,107 reviews
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Reference prices

Japan

¥ 3,500 (JPY)

Steam JP

$24.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 3,500
Global Price: $24.99
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Key highlight

Embark on a supernatural mystery quest in "Staffer Retro," a 2D detective adventure where you help an ordinary girl unravel past secrets and resolve debts on a mysterious island town. Released July 22, 2026.

Who this is for

For those seeking a captivating narrative experience blending the supernatural with deep mystery, "Staffer Retro" is a must-play. Unravel hidden truths alongside Verita, where your choices shape the unfolding story.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

better than Intel i5 8400 or AMD ryzen 5 2600

Comfortable play target

61,363 pts(~130% above spec of 47,202 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus60,860 pts AMD Ryzen 9 7950X62,136 pts AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D62,302 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

Better than GTX 1050

Comfortable play target

6,564 pts(~130% above spec of 5,049 pts)

Parts near this range

Radeon RX Vega M GH6,557 pts Intel Arc 140T GPU6,601 pts Intel Arc Pro 140T GPU6,601 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

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Details

Overview

Step into the shoes of Verita, an ordinary girl running a second-hand shop named Shop Retro, in a world where supernatural abilities are a known, albeit often hidden, part of life. "Staffer Retro: A Supernatural Mystery Quest" is a detective adventure game developed and published by Team Tetrapod, with additional publishing by GamePia Co., Ltd.

The narrative plunges players into an island town shrouded in mystery, where the mundane facade of daily life conceals a history intertwined with supernatural phenomena and peculiar tools known as 'STAFF.' Verita finds herself entangled in a significant debt, propelling her on a quest to uncover the truth behind past events, resolve contradictions, and make crucial decisions that shape the unfolding story.

The game promises a rich narrative experience, filled with hidden stories and intricate plot devices.

Highlights

Developed and published by Team Tetrapod, with GamePia Co., Ltd. also publishing, this title offers a unique blend of mystery and supernatural elements.
Players will engage in detective work within a visually distinct 2D environment, focusing on a rich, story-driven experience.
Released on July 22, 2026, the game supports full controller input and offers custom volume controls for a personalized player experience.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences, particularly those who appreciate detective stories, intricate mysteries, and supernatural themes. Fans of visual novels with a strong emphasis on plot and deduction will find "Staffer Retro" particularly engaging.

The game's focus on logic and uncovering hidden truths makes it a great choice for puzzle and mystery enthusiasts.

Game Info

"Staffer Retro: A Supernatural Mystery Quest" is a single-player adventure game that falls under the visual novel and mystery genres. It features a 2D art style and is designed to be a story-rich experience.

The game includes Steam Achievements and offers full controller support, along with custom volume controls. While the core narrative revolves around solving mysteries, the content descriptor notes that it contains non-graphic references and implied depictions related to crimes, murder, death, bodily injury, and corpses as part of its mystery narrative.

The game is available in multiple languages, including English, Korean, Japanese, and Simplified/Traditional Chinese, with full audio support for some of these.