A Masquerade Mystery
Global Game Jam 2026
You are a journalist who has infiltrated the most exclusive masquerade ball of the season, hosted by the powerful Senator Peacock. Behind the glittering masks and champagne toasts lies a web of secrets, corruption, and danger.
Navigate treacherous conversations, gather evidence with your hidden camera, and uncover the truth before time runs out—or your cover is blown.
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Choose Your Experience
Gather Evidence
Use your hidden camera to photograph secrets, but be careful—film is limited and flash draws attention.
Wear Your Mask
Navigate conversations carefully. Push too hard and suspicion rises. Play it safe and miss crucial intel.
Race Against Time
The ball ends at midnight. Every choice costs precious minutes. Will you have enough time to expose the truth?
Explore the Estate
From the grand ballroom to hidden offices, every room holds potential clues—and danger.
The Guests
Behind every mask lies a secret. Who can you trust?
The Peacock
Senator & Host
The Swan
Elegant & Elusive
The Joker
Wild Card
The Eagle
Sharp-Eyed Observer
The Raven
Dark & Mysterious
The Phoenix
Rising from Ashes
Credits
Brian Simcoke
Background Art Procurement, Writing, and Design
Cam Womack
Writing and Design
Colin Schulte
Writing, Design, and Testing
Laz Richardson
Music and Sound Effects
Tim Snyder
Character Art, Writing, and Design
Wes Ehrlichman
Programming, Writing, and Design