# Dark Auction

> Noah lives with his eccentric father, who’s obsessed with Dictator X. When he joins a strange auction at a castle, he must work to solve mysteries hidden in the exhibits and uncover his father’s secrets. Risk everything to win—but what truth awaits? Story by Rika Suzuki!

## Game facts

- Developer: IzanagiGames
- Publisher: IzanagiGames, GOOD SMILE COMPANY
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Jan 29, 2026
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Adventure
- Steam Deck: Verified (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2363180/)
- Languages: Interface: American English, Japanese (Japan), Chinese (China), Chinese (Taiwan); Subtitles: American English, Japanese (Japan), Chinese (China), Chinese (Taiwan); Audio: Japanese (Japan) (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/dark-auction)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Sep 2, 2026

### Strengths

- Attractive and detailed 2D character illustrations and CGs
- Full voice acting covering nearly the entire game, with performances by a famous cast
- Distinctive character designs and interesting interactions between some characters

### Weaknesses

- Exploration and auctions practically reveal the answers, reducing the fun of deduction and interaction
- Gameplay is monotonous and boring because waking up, traveling, investigating, and auctions repeat
- Low-quality 3D modeling and animation, with some unnatural presentation

## Links

- [Dark Auction on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/3910)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/3910/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-10T08:17:45.976Z