The Ratline

Set in 1971, *The Ratline* is a gripping detective thriller that plunges players into the shadowy aftermath of World War II. The story begins with the murder of a Catholic priest in Budapest and the discovery of a secret list containing the names of Nazi war criminals who escaped justice through an underground network known as The Ratline. As an investigator, you must navigate a complex web of clues, contacts, and documents that span continents, from Rome to Buenos Aires, to uncover the truth and bring these fugitives to justice. Gameplay in *The Ratline* emphasizes careful examination and deduction without hand-holding. Players sift through photographs, recovered artifacts, and various documents to independently piece together identities and motives. The game challenges you to think like a real detective—cultivating sources, interrogating suspects, and following leads across a richly detailed post-war world. Developed by Owlskip, known for their narrative-driven detective titles such as *Family* and *Conspiracy*, *The Ratline* offers a thoughtful and immersive experience that rewards patience and critical thinking. With its atmospheric setting and layered storytelling, it invites players to delve into a dark chapter of history where the hunt for justice is as much about uncovering hidden truths as it is about solving a murder.