New Multiplayer Game Casts Players as Victorian Sleuths or a Shape-Shifting Killer

Other Ocean's upcoming social investigation game 4 Penny Coffins is set in 1888 Whitechapel, blending detective work with hidden-role mechanics for up to eight players. One player secretly acts as the Ripper, able to transform into a monstrous form, while others use forensic tools to identify the killer. The game also includes a solo mode called Magistrate, and its humor is inspired by Tim Schafer's approach to comedy in games.

The game's visual identity draws from period-appropriate sources, using a monochromatic palette that erupts into red during violent moments. Other Ocean's studio director prioritized aesthetic impact above historical accuracy, while the team referenced the graphic novel From Hell for tonal guidance. The setting reimagines 1888 Whitechapel as a stylized, dystopian environment rather than a faithful recreation.

Marketing manager Jared Petty shared that a conversation with Tim Schafer shaped the game's comedic approach, noting that humor and horror complement each other naturally. The multiplayer mode assigns distinct forensic roles to each player, while the solo Magistrate mode presents a time-limited deduction challenge where wrong accusations carry penalties across three demerits. The game debuted its gameplay teaser during gamescom 2026.