Spike Chunsoft's mystery-adventure game, Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, recently concluded with the resolution of the central mystery and the unveiling of most of Kanai Ward's secrets. However, the creator of the game, Kazutaka Kodaka, has announced that a series of DLC episodes will be released throughout 2023, promising more mysteries for players to delve into. While the specifics of these episodes have not been disclosed by Spike Chunsoft, it would be prudent to explore the unresolved mysteries that were hinted at but left unanswered in the main game.
Currently, there are four DLC episodes planned for Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE. Each episode will feature one of the Master Detectives who aided the protagonist, Yuma Kokohead, throughout the main game. The first episode, titled "Charisma Killed The Cat," will spotlight Desuhiko Thunderbolt, a self-assured young detective with the unique ability to assume various identities. Details regarding the content of the episodes remain unknown, leading to speculation and anticipation among fans regarding the potential cases that the DLC will tackle. Notably, several loose ends from Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE present intriguing possibilities for the focus of these episodes.
The Cult of the Red Rain
In Chapter 3 of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, Yuma has the opportunity to engage in a side quest that entails delving into the swirling rumors of a blood-red rain cascading down upon Kanai Ward. Ultimately, Yuma unearths a secretive cult that reveres this enigmatic phenomenon, touting it as the harbinger of salvation for the inhabitants of the Ward. This cult possesses an intimidating dominion, skillfully manipulating unsuspecting individuals through mere conversations. Regrettably, Yuma proves powerless in thwarting the cult's machinations or unraveling the truth behind the Red Rain. A haunting and captivating DLC could center around revisiting this unwonted cult and the eerie aberration they venerate.
Yuma's Stalker
In RAIN CODE'S DLC, Yuma Kokohead takes a step back from being a Master Detective and assumes the role of a client. Throughout the middle chapters of the mysterious game, Yuma often senses a lurking presence. After completing several side quests, particularly one where he aids a harassed teacher, Yuma notices a person in a raincoat with their face concealed, observing him. The true identity and intention of this individual remain a mystery, though keen-eyed fans have noticed a resemblance between this person and a ghost Yuma encounters in the first chapter, suggesting a possible supernatural connection.
The Clockford Family
Fubuki Clockford, a distinctive Master Detective in RAIN CODE, possesses the ability to travel through time, making her unparalleled. As the heiress to a wealthy family, Fubuki is responsible for controlling the world's time and has the power to reverse it. She reveals that her family has numerous adversaries and she has frequently been abducted and held captive. An exclusive DLC centered around Fubuki can unveil deeper insights into the Clockford family, their methods of "controlling the world's time," Fubuki's ascension as the family head, and the time-based abilities of other family members.
Spike Chunsoft and Kazutaka Kodaka have remained tight-lipped about the specific content of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE's DLC. However, the inclusion of four new cases suggests that the game's distinctive backdrop offers the potential for further exploration of mysteries and secrets. RAIN CODE has garnered acclaim for its intriguing characters, expansive world, and captivating mysteries. It is highly probable that the forthcoming DLC will follow suit, presenting players with more challenging mysteries to unravel and solve.
Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE is currently available for the Nintendo Switch.