14 August 2026 08:31 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
* Improved the Simplified and Traditional Chinese localization overall. We will continue to refine it based on feedback from our players.* Localization in several other languages has also been partially improved.* Fixed some typos.
4 August 2026 11:18 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
* After the ending, the “Credits” button will be enabled on the title screen.* Adjusted the location of a branch point in Act 1. This change only applies when creating a new branch point.* Partially revised the animation of a certain character in Act 3.* Changed the contents of one clue used in Act 3.* Corrected the coordinates of one location used in Act 5.* Replaced some Shutterstock-licensed images used in the UI with other images.* Fixed various typos. * Progression is now also possible with the E key.
31 July 2026 10:01 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
* The original soundtrack DLC for Staffer Retro is now available. * Players who already own the base game can also purchase the soundtrack at a 5% discount through the bundle containing the base game and soundtrack. * The music video for the main vocal track, Theia, has been released on Studio EIM's YouTube channel!
29 July 2026 12:00 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
* You can now enter previously reached branch points directly from the Act Select screen.* Some text has been partially revised in several languages. * Progression is now possible with the numeric keypad Enter key as well as the main Enter key. * Increased cursor movement speed when using the Left Stick.* Reduced cursor movement speed when using the D-Pad. * The animation of one character appearing in Act 3 is scheduled to be revised.* Additional quality-of-life features are under consideration.
28 July 2026 16:39 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
The vocal track “Theia,” featured in 『Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest』, has been released. ※ Please be aware that it contains spoilers.The track will also be included in the soundtrack coming soon to Steam. * Improved localization in several languages. We will continue to make further improvements.* Fixed an issue where a certain character in Act 3 looked unnatural when horizontally flipped. (Further improvements are planned.)* Added an option to disable the typing sound played during dialogue.* Improved the RESTORY-RETRO tutorial.* Fixed a bug that allowed saving in situations wh
24 July 2026 05:45 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Hello, this is Team Tetrapod. In this announcement, we would like to share the 1.1.1 patch notes, along with information on improvements currently under discussion and our plans to improve the Simplified Chinese translation. Patch Notes Display-related 1. Fixed typos reported on the release day (July 23). 2. Improved the readability of Emilia's name display. 3. Adjusted the placement of some UI graphic resources. 4. Fixed several text errors. 5. Fixed an issue in the Act 1 opening where the dialogue order was reversed in certain languages. Issue Resolution Fixed an issue where the settings scr
22 July 2026 14:57 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Hello, this is Team Tetrapod. Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest is now officially available on Steam! In an island town where supernatural powers are part of everyday life, join Verita Retro as she traces past incidents tied to the mysterious tools known as ‘Staff’. Investigate and combine more than 100 clues and documents, uncover contradictions, and reveal the truth hidden behind the predetermined ending. We hope Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest lets you experience a unique mystery world shaped by supernatural powers, as well as the joy of “true deduction,” where playe
21 July 2026 10:39 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Hello, this is Team Tetrapod. There are now less than 30 hours left until the release of Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest. The Steam version will launch on July 23 at 00:00. Ahead of release, the final trailer is now available on YouTube. If you have not seen it yet, be sure to check it out. In addition, Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest has entered Famitsu's Gold Hall of Fame. Release is almost here. Thank you for your continued support all the way to launch.
2 July 2026 06:47 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Hello, this is Team Tetrapod. Starting today, pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch digital version of Staffer Retro : A Supernatural Mystery Quest are now available on Nintendo Switch eShop. At the same time, a demo featuring Chapter 1 of the game is also now available. In addition, the Nintendo Switch physical edition is also available for pre-order. We have also revealed the list of store-exclusive bonuses, so please be sure to check them out.Play Nintendo Switch™ version Demo Now!The demo featuring Chapter 1 of the game is also now available. In the demo, you can play content corresponding to
29 June 2026 07:23 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Patch Notes 0.10.V5 Improved the readability of some fonts (Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese). Fixed missing kanji in the settings menu (Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese). Further improved some animations. Fixed various typos and minor bugs.
23 June 2026 02:02 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Patch Notes 0.10.V4 Optimized some cutscenes. Act 2 has been removed after the event period and can no longer be played. (Existing save data can be used after the full release.) Fixed some typos. Adjusted duplicate correct answers and the timing of certain information updates. Improved the readability of handwritten fonts included in some documents.
17 June 2026 05:49 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Patch Notes 0.10.V3 Fixed some typos. Fixed an issue where character animations would temporarily stop under certain conditions.
16 June 2026 07:12 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Patch Notes 0.10.V2 Fixed translation errors in English choice text. Fixed an OBS crash that occurred under certain conditions. Improved some interface and sound issues.
12 June 2026 01:00 UTC · Community Announcements · LinkStar
Steam Next Fest ParticipationHello, everyone!In our previous announcement, we shared that Staffer Retro will launch on July 23. Time has flown by, and the day when we can finally share the story we've been creating with all of you is now just around the corner.Over the past months, our team has continued development while taking on new challenges and meeting new people through our crowdfunding campaigns in Korea and Japan, our participation in BitSummit and PlayX4, and the launch of Nintendo Switch package pre-orders. Most importantly, we've been encouraged every step of the way by the support
7 May 2026 02:11 UTC · Community Announcements · Team Tetrapod
Demo Voice Update Complete! & Crowdfunding NewsHello, this is Team Tetrapod.The Staffer Retro demo has been updated to Version 0.9.V1.This update includes the long-awaited Japanese voice acting, along with preparations for our upcoming crowdfunding campaign.Main Cast Preview VideosPatch NotesJapanese voice acting addedUI / UX improvementsEnhanced character and background presentationAdded animations to selected cutscenesAdditional dialogueBug fixesUpdated visual direction and effectsAdjustments to selected eventsSave Data NoticeSave data from previous demo versions is not compatible.Many featu
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