Owlcat Games has unveiled the detailed mechanics of the Investigation system in Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, focusing on the Calixis Sector.
Game Mechanics
Players act as acolytes of the Inquisition to investigate crimes and conspiracies. Tools such as Servo Skull swarms and a terrain analyzer aid in finding clues across environments.
- Investigations may lead to false trails or red herrings, demanding strategic decisions.
- The Detective Journal records and analyzes evidence along with NPC testimonies.
- Party members provide opinions and use skills to discover hidden information.
Making Conclusions
The system allows presenting cases to the Inquisition, summarizing gathered evidence and moral choices. Reports can be incomplete or distorted by missing evidence, potentially leading to misguided punishments.
While punishment can occur without full proof, it carries significant consequences.
