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Forensics: Crime Scene Detective Launches on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S

A forensic investigation game developed with input from a German state criminal police office has arrived on multiple platforms.

Distilled Aug 20, 2026·1 min read·source confidence79%
Forensics: Crime Scene Detective

Aerosoft's Forensics: Crime Scene Detective is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, according to a launch announcement published on July 13, 2026.

The game casts players as a forensic specialist working through crime scenes by gathering microscopic evidence, analyzing DNA, and examining digital traces in a laboratory setting. According to the announcement, its design drew on the experience and insights of experts from the State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate — a regional law enforcement body in Germany.

What the source tells us

  • Available now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S
  • Core activities include crime scene investigation, evidence collection, DNA analysis, and digital trace examination
  • Developed with consultation from the State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate
  • Developer states this is "only the beginning" and intends to continue updating the game based on player feedback

The post-launch update commitment suggests the game will be shaped, at least in part, by the community response it receives in the weeks ahead.

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