Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION
Released 8 October 2026 · PC · Adventure, Casual, Indie

Explore, converse with passengers, solve handcrafted puzzles and connect clues on an interactive deduction board in this narrative-driven mystery adventure set aboard a luxury train line in 1925.
Story
Every clue tells a story. Every connection brings you closer to the truth. Train of Thought – Murder on the Silver Line is a narrative-driven detective mystery game that combines exploration, puzzles and logical deduction into a handcrafted whodunit experience. As you jump into the role of Maeve Ashford, a renowned detective from London, search for interactables, converse with a cast of memorable passengers, solve intricate puzzles, and organize your findings on an immersive deduction board as you unravel your presence aboard a luxurious 1920s train heading to Budapest. Inspired by classic detective fiction and modern narrative adventures, Train of Thought rewards careful observation and critical thinking. Rather than simply collecting evidence, you'll analyze, connect and interpret every piece of information yourself. Every statement, every object and every discovery could become the missing piece of a puzzle. As for the state of ACADEMIC VERSION, this game was created as part of the study program at FH Salzburg and released here with it's latest build. The passionate team behind this project will work on a further developed game, so stay tuned and enjoy this version! ...
Gameplay
Every clue tells a story. Every connection brings you closer to the truth. Train of Thought – Murder on the Silver Line is a narrative-driven detective mystery game that combines exploration, puzzles and logical deduction into a handcrafted whodunit experience. As you jump into the role of Maeve Ashford, a renowned detective from London, search for interactables, converse with a cast of memorable passengers, solve intricate puzzles, and organize your findings on an immersive deduction board as you unravel your presence aboard a luxurious 1920s train heading to Budapest. Inspired by classic detective fiction and modern narrative adventures, Train of Thought rewards careful observation and critical thinking. Rather than simply collecting evidence, you'll analyze, connect and interpret every piece of information yourself. Every statement, every object and every discovery could become the missing piece of a puzzle. As for the state of ACADEMIC VERSION, this game was created as part of the study program at FH Salzburg and released here with it's latest build. The passionate team behind this project will work on a further developed game, so stay tuned and enjoy this version! Investigate a Living Mystery Freely explore beautifully crafted train carriages filled with secrets. Gradually reveal the truth behind some suspicious activity aboard the train. Question Everything ...
Features
- Single-player
- Custom Volume Controls
- #category_playable_at_your_own_pace
- Playable without Timed Input
- Save Anytime
- Family Sharing





Release details
Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION is a Adventure, Casual and Indie game by Thought Detectives. It is published by Fachhochschule Salzburg GmbH, MediaCube Games. Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION came out on Thursday, 8 October 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 8 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When did Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION come out?
Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION came out on 8 October 2026.
Which platforms is Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION on?
Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION is on PC.
Who makes Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION?
Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION is developed by Thought Detectives and published by Fachhochschule Salzburg GmbH, MediaCube Games.
What kind of game is Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION?
Train of Thought - Murder on the Silver Line ACADEMIC VERSION is a game of these genres: Adventure, Casual and Indie.