Loco Motive News

Hey everyone!

We really appreciate your passion and support since the launch—it means a lot to us. Patch 1.0.4 is now live on PC and Nintendo Switch* - This is our first update, and it addresses many of the bugs and issues you've reported since release.

*(17/12/2024) The patch is now available on Nintendo Switch, thank you for your patience!

Thanks to all of your helpful feedback and reports, we believe we’ve pinpointed the cause of the soft-locking issues. These should now be resolved, and we can’t thank you enough for your patience while we worked on these fixes!

Here’s a rundown of the changes:

[STABILITY]

• fixed soft locks caused by incorrect handling of cancelled interactions
  
• fixed soft lock that could occur when clicking multiple times on don's broken door
  
• fixed rare soft lock when interacting with sister Gretchen and brother Jared in chapter two
  
• fixed soft lock where the band could get stuck in a loop when entering green room in chapter four
  
• fixed threading issue that could occur when interacting with the band members
  
• fixed soft lock that could occur when rapidly clicking on the casino patrons
  
• fixed potential threading issues when showing the perfumed note to characters
  
• fixed threading issue when talking to the highrollers in the casino
  
• fixed potential threading issues when leaving dialogue trees
  
• fixed soft lock due to erroneous character positioning during chapter six
  
• fixed threading issues when interacting with characters whilst drunk
  
• fixed a crash on certain windows system languages when looking at the medical records
  
• fixed null reference exception when an active controller is disconnected due to low battery
  
• fixed background sequences being stopped when an interaction is cancelled
  
• fixed soft lock when loading into chapter six from an autosave
  
• fixed a soft lock when talking to the chefs in chapter three
  
• fixed threading issues during unhandled fall-back interactions with characters, inventory items & props
  
• fixed soft lock when giving the briefcase to the twins in chapter two
  

[DIALOGUE]

• fixed german eszett character not appearing for lines displayed in all caps
  
• fixed dialogue text rendering off screen when using certain settings
  
• fixed issue where Lady Unterwald displayed incorrect dialogue options at beginning of chapter four
  
• fixed subtitle dialogue continuing to show after the twins escape from the vent in chapter four
  
• fixed accessibility text settings not being applied to background sequence dialogue
  

[VISUAL]

• fixed doctor Hirsch being very shy and facing the wall during handshake cutscenes in chapter four
  
• fixed Diana rendering underneath the motorbike in the test yard
  
• fixed Don remaining invisible if you leave the casino without following him
  
• fixed visual bug when showing Ron the detective badge at the dining table
  
• fixed the quartermaster from disappearing when using the hint line in the test yard
  
• fixed issue where Herman could show the detective badge to characters while in disguise
  
• fixed visual issues when giving the briefcase to the twins in chapter two
  
• fixed visual issues when giving the sketches to doctor Hirsch in chapter two
  
• fixed Philately Stamp visual issues during the mansion lobby cutscene in the finale
  
• fixed issue where Don appeared in the post credits cutscene
  

[GAMEPLAY]

• added specific calls for combining the various knife state items with the slippery mixture
  
• fixed Arthur not walking towards brother Jared when interacting whilst drunk
  
• fixed Arthur not walking towards Belle when giving her an item
  
• fixed suction boots remaining active when using them on the ladder in chapter four
  
• fixed incendiary pencils remaining active when using them on the firebox in chapter five
  
• fixed hearing horn background sequence continuing when leaving the room
  
• fixed Don's betting sequence being triggered if you enter the casino whilst he's leaving for the dining carriage
  
• fixed Don and Bergmann background sequence continuing when leaving the room
  
• fixed publisher pigeon background sequence continuing when looking at the in-tray
  

[SAVES]

• fix for save states affected by erroneous character positioning in chapter six
  
• fixed handshake club lights issue on initial autosave after Arthur drinks the rosebud
  
• fixed autosave icon not disappearing if an action was cancelled by the player
  

[UI]

• updated credits list
  
• fixed the console being accessible on release builds
  
• fixed tutorial popups not disappearing if an action was cancelled by the player
  

We encourage you to keep sharing your feedback and thoughts on forums and social media. We’re actively reading your comments and taking note of areas where we can improve in future updates. If you come across any more issues, please report them! This helps us investigate your specific case and implement fixes more quickly.

Thank you so much for your continued feedback, passion, and support during this time!

To all of you that have picked up Loco Motive at launch, thank you for playing!

In just a few days we became one of the highest rated new releases on Metacritic, and achieved the “Very Positive” rating on Steam! This kind of response really means the world to us!



We already picked up some glowing Steam reviews from you at launch:

“A true gem for point and click adventure lovers. From the art style to the story and voice acting, this game had me grinning from ear to ear and giggling at my desk. I am so happy I waited patiently for this! I highly recommend for fans of the genre - you won't be disappointed!” - André Conti

“It's well written (actually funny and high quality writing) and the voice acting is top tier for the genre. The art and animations are stunning. The puzzles are good. It works great with mouse/kbd or a controller (I've played 100% with controller so far and it's a great implementation). The music is just fantastic. This has to be one of the top point and clicks in the last few years.” - GeorgeBroussard

And a number of great reviews from press outlets::

Try Hard Guides - 10/10

"With its beautiful pixel art, great humor, and outstanding voice acting, Loco Motive is a captivating blend of next-gen and yesteryear, taking everything we love about classic point-and-click adventures and giving it a fresh, modern spin."

Adventure Game Hotspot - 9.5/10

“Loco Motive is the full package. Grab a ticket, put on your thinking cap, and hop on the Reuss Express, as this is one of the finest cartoon point-and-click adventures ever created.”

GameLuster - 9/10

"Loco Motive is a worthy successor to the classic point-and-click pixel adventures, featuring a twisty mystery and a cast of memorable, hilarious characters."

If you’ve been enjoying Loco Motive then please consider leaving a Steam review! It really helps us out in terms of visibility on the store, and as a small indie we could use all the help we can get!



The Road Ahead:

We've been keeping an eye on all of your feedback, and wanted to take a minute to share what we're working on these upcoming weeks.

Starting this week, we've been working to address a few issues that have been reported to us, namely with a focus on stability. We’ll be looking into fixes for crashes and the occasional soft-locks that players have reported.

Once we’ve addressed things that need our immediate attention, we will start looking at some further Quality Of Life features, but more on that to come!

Just know that we’re committed to continuously improving your experience with the game, and that we deeply appreciate all of your feedback and support so far!

If you want to chat to us directly about the game, come join our community discussion over on Discord!




https://store.steampowered.com/app/1709880/Loco_Motive/

*BING BONG* Weeeeelcome aboard the Reuss Express! This is a non-stop hype train that will take you all the way through an ambiguous European locale. For your own safety, we kindly ask that you keep your arms, legs, and important legal documentation inside the carriage at all times. Please keep your belongings on your person, including any toilet plungers, overly-perfumed love letters, and novelty-sized hearing devices. Any unattended items may be pocketed and later used to solve seemingly unrelated puzzles, and therefore we cannot guarantee their safe return. We hope you have a pleasant journey *BING BONG*

Hey everyone!

Loco Motive the comedy point n’ click adventure is out right NOW! 🚂

Jam-packed with twists, turns, capers, jokes, japes, hijinks and belly laughs. 🌍Playable in English & German for $17.99 / £14.99 / €17.99 PLUS cheeky -10% launch discount until 27/11/2024 to say a big thank you to all those early supporters. As kids in the 1930s would say, thanks homies. 

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“Loco Motive is a must play.... The set-up, characters, pixel art, slapstick humor, voice acting, animation – everything is fantastic."

- GamesRadar+



Loco Motive takes place on the Reuss Express where a passenger has been murdered, and you’re the prime suspects! Uncover a thrilling mystery and solve satisfying puzzles to prove your innocence! It’s absolutely CRAMMED full of deadly surprises, slapstick adventure, shocking twists and larger than life characters!

• A (roughly) 15 hour comedy adventure that hits like smooth jazz, set onboard a 1930s express train
  
• Beautifully detailed pixel art animations and cutscenes
  
• Take control of three playable characters, in an interlinking comedic adventure
  
• Meet a train-full of quirky and somewhat suspicious fellow passengers
  
• Fully voiced with a star studded cast!
  
• Uncover a deadly mystery, full of twists, turns and slapstick humour
  
• Stop at nothing to solve item-based puzzles, that won’t leave you head-scratching for hours
  
• Need a little nudge in the right direction? Telephone for assistance with an in-game hint call-line!
  
• Choose how you play - take direct interactive character control, or opt for a classic point and click experience
  
• With the slinky sounds of composer Paul Zimmermann (Wildfrost, Space Haven)
  
• No-blood ‘confetti’ mode & a suitably suspenseful Noir mode
  
• Font and text accessibility options
  
• Fully compatible with Steam Deck!
  

We’re pumped for you to get stuck into the nutty adventure and mystery that awaits you in Loco Motive! Thanks to all of you who’ve been following this title since the original proof of concept from AdvXJam 2020!

Shine your shoes, press your tux as it's time to jump full steam ahead into the world of Loco Motive! 🚂

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1709880/Loco_Motive/

Hello lovely people!

You might’ve caught wind of this earlier last week but we’ve got some exciting news…
[h3]Loco Motive is fully Steam Deck Verified!🥳[/h3]


Whether you’re on the go, cozying up on the sofa, or perhaps riding a 1930s steam train, you can now immerse yourself in this captivating mystery adventure without being tethered to your PC! ⛓️‍💥

We're delivering the same rich puzzles, charming visuals, and witty dialogue you’d expect on any other platform, but in a punchier form factor! 🤏

With Loco Motive in your hands, you can bring the thrill of the Reuss Express and the antics of its eclectic cast of characters anywhere. So pack up your Deck, grab your detective’s hat, and get ready to solve a murder mystery on-the-go when Loco Motive launches on November 21st!🕵️

Loco Motive will be just $17.99 / 17,99€ / £14.99 and as a thank you to early supporters, Loco Motive will also be available for 10% off from launch for 1 week only!

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If you’re a streamer and keen to get early access to keys when they’re available you can request access by going to our Press Engine Loco Motive page. You’ll also find answers and basic info about the game in our handy FAQ.

Lastly, if you’re as excited about Loco Motive as we are, come join the community discussion over on our Discord, sign up to our Community Newsletter, or follow us on X for more Chucklefish gaming news!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1709880/

-Robust Games + Chucklefish

Hi everyone!

Firstly, thank you to everyone who played Loco Motive during Steam Next Fest, and shared kind comments and feedback. It was amazing to see so many of you loving the voice acting too!

Which leaves us only one thing… the release! We’re pleased to announce that Loco Motive is officially pulling into the station on November 21st! Prepare your wits, sharpen your sleuthing skills, and pack your bags for a journey aboard the glamorous 1930s steam train, the Reuss Express 🚂☁️☁️

Loco Motive will be fully playable in English & German (with English voice acting), and yours for just $17.99 / 17,99€ / £14.99 and is coming to Steam, Nintendo Switch, GOG & STOVE. We’ll be pressing the big red ‘Out Now’ button on all platforms at 11:00 GMT / 12:00 CET / 03:00 PST / 06:00 EST.

As a thank you to early supporters, Loco Motive will also be available for 10% off from launch for 1 week only!

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Loco Motive is a comedy point-and-click adventure, bringing a modernised twist to the beloved genre with captivating puzzles and an all-star fully voice acted cast of colourful characters. If you love a compelling murder mystery with an off-the-wall sense of humour, Loco Motive is your ticket to a world of adventure!


[h3]What’s in Store on the Reuss Express?🚂[/h3]

Loco Motive takes players into the heart of a murder mystery, putting you in control of three unique characters! You’ll play as Arthur Ackerman, a bumbling, heart-of-gold lawyer, Diana Osterhagen, ambitious secret agent, and Herman Merman – a self professed ‘detective extraordinaire’!

As a nod to the late, great Agatha Christie and other classic mysteries, Loco Motive fills every carriage and corridor with interest & intrigue, interjected with a good dose of humour and mischief to spice things up! Solve item-based puzzles, uncover shocking secrets (some soup-related, some not), and get ready to suspect everyone… maybe even yourself?

You might even learn a thing or two, like how to cheat at roulette, or fuel a motorbike with pencil lead - you know, all the good stuff!

• 15+ hours satisfying point-and-click adventuring
  
• Fully voice acted with an all-star cast
  
• A deadly mystery to solve, full of twists, turns, and slapstick humour
  
• Steam Deck verified
  
• Beautifully detailed pixel art animations
  
• In-game hint support system, call the Dirk Chiselton Hotline 📲
  
• Choose how you play, with direct character control options
  
• No-blood ‘confetti’ mode & a suitably suspenseful Noir mode
  
• Font and text accessibility options
  
• Featuring the slinky sounds of composer Paul Zimmerman (Wildfrost, Space Haven)
  

[h3]Save the Date for November 21st!📅[/h3]

Ready to hop aboard the Reuss Express? Loco Motive will be available on PC & Nintendo Switch for $17.99 / 17,99€ / £14.99 on November 21st!

Whether you're a seasoned sleuth or just looking for an unforgettable adventure, Loco Motive promises a train ride like no other. So grab your hat, dust off your magnifying glass, and get ready to board – because the journey to solve this mystery is one you won’t want to miss!

If you’re a streamer and keen to get early access to keys when they’re available you can request access by going to our Press Engine Loco Motive page. You’ll also find answers and basic info about the game in our handy FAQ.

Lastly, if you’re as excited about Loco Motive as we are, come join the community discussion over on our Discord, sign up to our Community Newsletter, or follow us on X for more Chucklefish gaming news!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1709880/

-Robust Games + Chucklefish