The follow-up to one of last year’s best detective games is off to an ‘overwhelmingly positive’ start on Steam after just 2 days
“The Incident at Galley House,” the sequel to the popular detective puzzle game “The Roottrees are Dead,” has launched on Steam with “overwhelmingly positive” reviews just two days after release. Originally released on Itch.io under the title “Type Help,” the game marks developer Evil Trout’s follow-up to last year’s acclaimed puzzle title.
“The Roottrees are Dead” was one of the standout puzzle games from early 2025, offering a unique gameplay experience centered around computer interfaces. Players assume the role of a detective investigating a complex family mystery, using a computer screen as the primary interface for uncovering clues and piecing together the story. The game’s innovative approach to puzzle design and detective mechanics proved popular enough to inspire multiple imitators within the indie gaming space.
The sequel maintains the core detective gameplay experience that made the original successful. “The Incident at Galley House” continues the tradition of solving mysteries through computer interface interactions, challenging players to think like a detective as they unravel another intriguing narrative.
The strong Steam launch is a validation of Evil Trout’s follow-up approach. The rapid achievement of “overwhelmingly positive” status—typically requiring sustained positive player reception—suggests the developer has successfully built upon the foundation of the original game while refining mechanics and expanding the puzzle-solving experience.