The King Mere is dead. His brother stands accused.

Journey to the City of Ink in Darkway: Murder of King Mere, a captivating painterly-pixelated murder mystery where the fate of the Dog Empyre rests in your paws.

King Mere, once a beacon of diplomacy for the Dog Empyre, now lies a bloodstain on snow. His brother, August, has been swiftly convicted. As the Master Detective's Apprentice, you arrive four days too late to the crime scene. Is the King's brother the true murderer? Or has the truth been redacted in ink?

A young dog, training under the Master Detective at the academy.

Featuring :

• Non-Linear Story and Exploration

• Over 20 Endings

• A Gripping Murder Mystery

• Challenging Parkour

• 20+ Fully Voiced and Illustrated Characters

• Stunning Painterly-Pixel Art Style

• Dynamic Story & Consequences

Beyond the Investigation

Explore the rich lore of the Dog Empyre and Darkway, uncover ancient cults, and piece together the history that led to the King's demise. Collect evidence, challenge assumptions, and ultimately decide who is truly responsible for the Murder of King Mere.

Will you uncover what really happened? Will you die trying? Or will you find yourself behind bars?

Play Murder of King Mere today!

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Pierce Papke, or Ekpap on the internet, is the director of IM/MORTAL Studios, and an artist (concept artist and art director). Pierce aspires to capture life in art, creating inspiring and emotionally resonant work.