Full Immersion with Voice Acting & Bonus Story! Mystery Adventure Game 'Staffer Case' Available on Nintendo Switch Pre-orders
SEOUL, South Korea — Shinsegae I&C Inc. (KRX: 035510) announced that the digital version of mystery adventure game Staffer Case is officially launching for Nintendo Switch globally on Thursday, May 29.
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'Set in a fictional version of 1960s London, Staffer Case is a mystery adventure game that follows the activities of the 'Mana Investigation Bureau,' a secret organization overseeing citizens with supernatural powers.'
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Prior to the official release, pre-orders will be available through Nintendo Switch eShop and My Nintendo Store until Wednesday, May 28.
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Set in a fictional version of 1960s London, Staffer Case is a mystery adventure game that follows the activities of the 'Mana Investigation Bureau,' a secret organization overseeing citizens with supernatural powers.
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Players take on the role of rookie investigator Notric, unraveling strange incidents across the city. The game delivers a deep and immersive narrative spread across five main cases and two bonus scenarios.
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Fully Voiced Console Edition & Optimized for Switch
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Unlike the PC version, the Nintendo Switch release of Staffer Case includes full Japanese voice acting, adding an extra layer of immersion.
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Notric is voiced by Reiji Kawashima (To Your Eternity), while the heroine is voiced by Yumi Hara, known for roles such as Takane Shijou in 'The Idolmaster' and Albedo in 'Overlord'.
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With top-tier voice talent, the console version offers enhanced character depth and storytelling
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The Nintendo Switch version also includes the bonus title Staffer Reborn, an expansion set in the same universe as Staffer Case.
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This side story focuses on a different protagonist and presents a compact mystery narrative.
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It's a perfect addition for both returning fans seeking fresh perspectives and new players wanting a deeper look into the world and characters of Staffer Case.
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