Korean developer Narrowdeep has announced that its Lovecraftian mystery thriller visual novel Inquisitor Shepherd will receive a free demo on Steam on November 11, 2026. The demo will include Japanese voice acting, offering players an early look at its investigation and heresy trial mechanics. The full game is currently scheduled for release in 2027.
Set in the religiously fervent country of Vucrium, Inquisitor Shepherd puts players in the role of an inquisitor dispatched to a remote village following reports of escalating heretical activity. As the investigation unfolds, players must uncover the truth behind the villagers’ rumours, secrets and conflicting accounts while navigating a world filled with fear and religious authority.
Players can investigate specific locations, examine objects, collect evidence and solve puzzles to advance the story. Once enough evidence has been gathered, players must interrogate suspected heretics and determine whether their statements are truthful. Each case concludes with a verdict of either Guilty or Innocent, directly determining the accused person’s fate and influencing the narrative’s direction.
Inquisitor Shepherd is currently in development for PC via Steam, with its full release planned for 2027. The demo arrives on November 11, 2026.
