We hope you all had a wonderful holiday break. On our side, the team took some time to rest and recharge for what’s shaping up to be a busy and exciting 2025. This month, we’ve got updates to share, with even more coming in February and beyond. At the bottom of this update, you’ll find an exclusive WIP preview of the Savant Class for our backers. Last month, we showcased the Heavy Class, and we’re excited to hear your feedback! Be sure to share your thoughts in our Discord, where we’ve set up a special section just for backers.
Art Update
Adam Schumpert is hard at work on characters tied to the Court of Rats, who will appear not only in the TTRPG but also in our upcoming series of Visual Novels.
In Shadow City Mysteries: Case Files, we’ll take you through the lives of some of Shadow City’s most influential and notorious characters. The choices you make will shape the world and set the stage for your experience in Shadow City Mysteries: A Clockwork Noir.
Before there was a King there was a Queen.
Design Update
We’re bringing together all the pieces you’ll need to create your character. This includes locking in levels 1–3 for all classes, as well as building systems for city creation, patrons and contacts, and the influence system.
We’re aiming to start playtesting the character creation system in late February/early March. If you’d like to participate in these sessions, let us know on Discord! External playtesting will follow about a month later.
Surveys
Thank you to the 93% of you who have already filled out your surveys—we truly appreciate it! 🙌 If you haven’t completed yours yet (about 19 backers), please do so at your earliest convenience. And remember, you can still add items to your order if there’s anything else you’d like to include.
Pre-Order Store
If you missed the chance to back Shadow City Mysteries during the campaign, don’t worry—our Pre-Order Store is open! 🎉 This is your opportunity to pick up a copy of the game, add exclusive items, and dive into the world of Shadow City.
Know someone who’d love Shadow City Mysteries? Spread the word! The Pre-Order Store is open to new backers and retail stores alike.
Thank you for your continued support as we bring Shadow City Mysteries to life. We’ll keep you updated each month as development progresses.
See you in the shadows, Christopher Mifsud CEO/Creative Director Shadow City Mysteries: The Roleplaying Game
