Frequently Asked Questions — Platforms, Saves & Gameplay

Is the entire first case really free to finish in a web browser?

Yes. Opening /play/ on our official website lets you play the complete first episode, Case 01: Pylon 2, from prologue to final verdict stamps at zero cost. There is no installer download, no account creation, and no mid-case paywall.

How does the web version compare to the iOS and Android mobile apps?

Case 01: Pylon 2 features the exact same script, artwork, soundtrack, and five-suspect dynamic culprit system in both the web browser edition and the mobile app. The first case is free to the end on both platforms, while subsequent standalone anthology episodes—beginning with Case 02: Number Ticket—are available inside the official mobile app on the Apple App Store and Google Play, individually or in a three-case bundle. Regional pricing is displayed directly by your local app store, and downloaded cases in the mobile app can also be played offline.

How does the changing culprit system work when I replay a case?

Whenever you start a fresh playthrough of a case, one of the five primary suspects is chosen as the true culprit for that investigation. While the town of Danwol and each person's job stay consistent, the person weaving a false alibi, the concealed physical actions, and the contradictions waiting in dialogue shift to match. Memorizing who was guilty last time will not help; every run asks you to test the evidence gathered in that session.

What do the Solved, Not Proven, and Wrong Man stamps mean?

When you wrap up your investigation and name a suspect, naming the real culprit together with solid supporting proof earns the Solved stamp. Naming the right culprit without backing up the key proof results in Not Proven, while accusing an innocent suspect stamps Wrong Man. Your in-game Case Log tracks your best stamp separately for each of the five suspects so you can aim for a full set of five Solved stamps.

Where is my browser progress saved, and do you collect personal data?

In the browser edition (/play/), your active save slot, Case Log stamps, notebook memos, and audio or language preferences stay strictly inside your browser's localStorage on your own device and are never uploaded to our server. Note that clearing browser site data or playing inside a private or incognito tab will erase those local records once closed.

Can I transfer save files between my browser, my phone, or a new device?

Because The Real Killer operates without sign-ups, emails, or cloud save accounts, in-progress story saves and Case Log stamps remain tied to the specific browser or phone where you played and do not transfer across devices or between web and app. However, any paid cases unlocked in the mobile app remain linked to your Apple App Store or Google Play account—on a new phone signed into the same store account, simply tap Restore Purchases on the Case List screen to reopen purchased cases at no extra charge.

Can I mute audio or adjust text size and reading speed?

Yes. Inside the in-game settings menu, background music, rain ambience, and sound effects can be toggled or adjusted independently for quiet commuting or late-night reading. You can also adjust text size and dialogue reveal speed so longer interview scenes remain comfortable on any screen.

Does the wristwatch tick down in real time while I read or think?

Never. Your wristwatch and remaining time slots only advance when you travel to a location on the map or choose to wait thirty minutes. You can take all the time you want reading dialogue logs, zooming into copied documents, jotting memos, or puzzling through the Deduction Board with zero real-time countdown stress.

Which devices, orientations, and languages are supported?

The game adapts cleanly to wide desktop browsers, tablets, and vertical smartphone screens. On the Deduction Board and during evidence presentation, you can either drag cards with a mouse or tap a card and tap its target slot with one thumb. Full localization is included in four languages—English, Korean, Japanese, and Spanish—and you can switch languages anytime from the site navigation or in-game settings.

Are we allowed to stream gameplay or post videos and screenshots?

Yes—players and creators are welcome to stream live playthroughs, upload investigation videos, and share screenshots or impressions on personal channels without requesting advance permission.

To preserve the joy of deduction for fellow players, our Terms of Use prohibit publishing or selling verbatim full-script dumps or complete all-culprit answer tables. When sharing videos or posts that show final accusations or late-chapter twists, please include a clear spoiler notice at the start of your title or description.