15 February 2026 13:09 UTC · Community Announcements · smithbodie
New, limited edition, Golden Idol merch has dropped! Get the Golden Idol Saga pin collection from Makeship, featuring three not-so-mysterious designs:Put suspects into a frenzy with the Masked Grousereveal your shock at the murder with Peter Battleyand keep your enemies in check with your very own Golden Idol. The Makeship campaign is live from today until March 9th - if the campaign is fulfilled then the pin collection will ship. If not, it will be buried in the annals of history, hidden from detectives forever. Pre-order your limited edition Golden Idol Saga pin collection now, and show your
6 February 2026 18:30 UTC · Community Announcements · smithbodie
We're pleased to announce that The Case of the Golden Idol has returned to mobile! You can now get The Case of the Golden Idol on Apple App Store and Google Play Store - play the first two cases for free and then unlock the full game and both DLCs for a one time purchase! Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: Where can I purchase the game?A: You can buy the game on Apple App Store or Google Play Store.🍎The Case of the Golden Idol - Apple App Store🤖The Case of the Golden Idol - Google Play Store Q: What is included in the app?A: The first two cases in the game are available to play for free. You can
16 July 2025 15:43 UTC · Community Announcements · ebony.green
Detectives 🔎Our first ever Golden Idols franchise sale has begun! Get ready to delve into more mysteries with some of the deepest discounts we've ever offered. The sale runs from July 15th to July 22nd, ending at 6 PM BST. Here's what you can investigate:50% off Case of the Golden Idol40% off Case of the Golden Idol soundtrack20% off Rise of the Golden Idol15% off Golden Idol Mysteries: The Lemurian Vampire15% off Golden Idol Mysteries: The Spider of Lanka10% off Golden Idol Investigations: Sins of New Wells10% off Golden Idol Investigations: The Lemurian PhoenixCheck out the full sale page h
12 November 2024 18:16 UTC · Community Announcements · Shawn (Playstack)
The award-winning detective saga returns! The Rise of the Golden Idol is a standalone sequel set 200 years after the events of The Case of the Golden Idol. Dust off your detective skills to make sense of a grand mystery that unfolds across an age of hallucinogens, disco, fax machines and parapsychology. The Rise of the Golden Idol is available now with a 10% launch discount for the first week so get it while its hot! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2716400/The_Rise_of_the_Golden_Idol/
12 October 2024 00:53 UTC · PCGamesN · editor@pcgamesn.com
I could never hack it as a detective but I like to think my sleuthing skills have been somewhat honed through years of playing puzzle and adventure games. The true test for these faculties, other than titles like Discworld Noir or Return of the Obra Dinn, is The Case of the Golden Idol. Two years after launch and ahead of its sequel's release this detective sim has been spruced up with a brand new free upgrade that makes it much smoother to play. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Hit adventure game The Case of the Golden Idol to get big free update
10 October 2024 16:59 UTC · Community Announcements · Shawn (Playstack)
Last week we announced a new update coming to The Case of the Golden Idol - called Redux. Learn more about that announcement here: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1677770/view/4677641741933164088 The update is available today for all current (and future) owners of The Case of the Golden Idol. You should be prompted to update the next time you launch the game, and choose either the classic or Redux version to launch. While this update features no new playable cases or scenarios, it introduces a number of new features that make it a smoother experience overall. We understand that some pl
6 October 2024 22:16 UTC · PC Gamer · Jonathan Bolding
In a truly pleasant bit of worthy good news The Case of the Golden Idol will receive an update to a more definitive edition this week—on October 10—as The Case of the Golden Idol Redux. The edition will be free to everyone who owns it on Steam and incorporates several years of updates made since its 2022 release and 2023 DLCs—not to mention its release on consoles and mobile... Read more.
3 October 2024 18:37 UTC · Community Announcements · Shawn (Playstack)
Hello Detectives, A lot has happened since the original release of The Case of the Golden Idol back in 2022. Outside of two DLC expansions, we released home console ports on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Additionally, through our partnership with Netflix, we brought all available Golden Idol content to mobile devices. Along the way, a lot of improvements were made to the original game as a result of porting the game to a new engine. An overhaul to the UI, a new hint system, 13 new localizations, readability and save improvements, and dozens more quality-of-life changes make
4 September 2024 16:23 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41022700/23a70bf53fcc603d7f94803a933460c62c462285.jpg Hello Detectives, We’ve got some thrilling news for you! Introducing our brand-new Eye Spy Bundle—a perfect duo for mystery lovers. This bundle includes The Case of the Golden Idol base game and The Operator. Grab the bundle today with an exclusive 10% discount! Don’t miss out! https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/44617/Eye_Spy_Bundle/
9 June 2024 21:56 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
We are thrilled to announce that the sequel - The Rise of the Golden Idol, now has a brand-new demo available! 🌟 👉 Play it now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2716400/The_Rise_of_the_Golden_Idol/ ABOUT THE RISE OF THE GOLDEN IDOL: The Award-winning detective saga returns. Uncover the truth behind 15 strange cases of crime, death and depravity in the 1970s. The world has changed dramatically - the sins of humanity have not. If you enjoy the demo, don't forget to Wishlist The Rise of the Golden Idol to stay updated on all our latest news and release info!
2 May 2024 17:17 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
Hi everyone, Get ready for thrills! The Case of the Golden Idol is now included in Playstack's groundbreaking Publisher Sale, offering an incredible 40% off discount on the base game and 15% off on the DLCs! Dive into our exceptional games at their most affordable prices yet! Whether you're a puzzle whiz or a fan of roguelike adventures, there's excitement in store for everyone. Don't miss out – grab your preferred titles or look forward to exciting upcoming releases! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41022700/896e9c967dcff2aa81722bcc639e3cc05fc742a3.png AMAZING DEALS: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1677
14 March 2024 17:29 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41022700/635947d8ff8387a9af8479125ce162a9102821c9.png Hello Detectives, Get The Case of the Golden Idol now at a whopping 35% off during the Steam Spring Sale and experience an epic adventure filled with mystery and excitement. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1677770/The_Case_of_the_Golden_Idol/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/32365/The_Case_of_the_Golden_Idol__Complete_Edition/ Also, if you missed the previous announcement, we just announced that the sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol, The Rise of the Golden Idol is coming! Be sure to check out the page and wish
21 December 2023 18:01 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
Hello Detectives, Enjoy The Case of the Golden Idol 30% OFF during Steam Winter Sale! Time to spending winter time solving cases! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1677770/The_Case_of_the_Golden_Idol/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/32365/The_Case_of_the_Golden_Idol__Complete_Edition/ Also, if you missed the previous announcement, we just announced that the sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol, The Rise of the Golden Idol is coming! Be sure to check out the page and wishlist the game! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2716400/The_Rise_of_the_Golden_Idol/
8 December 2023 00:43 UTC · Community Announcements · Shawn
300 years have passed since the series of tragedies befell the Cloudsley bloodline. Stories of the iconic Golden Idol have all but become myths and legends. Those who once coveted the Idol and the supernatural power it possesses are gone - but not entirely forgotten. While the rest of the world is distracted by the lights and music of the 1970s, a tenacious relic hunter listens to the whispers of stories rarely told of an artifact that can reshape the world - and the trail of destruction it leaves in its wake. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2716400/The_Rise_of_the_Golden_Idol We could not
29 September 2023 16:13 UTC · Community Announcements · LizPlaystack
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41022700/f728e9aa7bd12852ee2b53f13bee35fd2ff9639f.gif Hey Detectives! We are excited to share that we are nominated by Golden Joystick Awards for Best Game Expansion! 👏 We are very honoured to be nominated along with all the great titles and are grateful to the judges for nominating us. Now we need the community's help. We'd like to ask you to put your vote for the game in this year's Golden Joystick Awards for "Best Game Expansion" VOTE HERE 👉 https://www.gamesradar.com/goldenjoystickawards/ Thanks so much to everyone who has supported us along the way!!
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