Utter a Name

Utter a Name

Released Feb 2025

Disembodied souls linger in this old estate. To each one, utter their name.

90% positive · 223 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence

Where to buy

Steam $6.99
Can't confirm — worth a look
We couldn't confirm these stores carry this game.
Green Man Gaming Steam key Search IndieGala Steam key Search
Prices in USD, as listed by each store.
Buying through an affiliate store helps support the site

Evaluation

Utter a Name launched on February 19, 2025 as a self-contained detective adventure game. The store description presents it as a complete experience with a defined cast of souls, a specific mystery to solve, and a clear set of features — no mention of post-launch content, seasons, or expansions. All six developer posts since launch are quality-of-life and maintenance patches: UI improvements, accessibility options, display settings, and bug fixes. None announce new content, hint at expansions, or reference a content roadmap. Notably, the developer acknowledged in the March 17, 2026 update that there had been a gap in activity before returning to work on the game — and even after returning, the focus has remained on polish and stability (most recently a June 13, 2026 patch adjusting movement speed and investigating a crash bug). There are no DLC listings, no unreleased content on the store, and no developer statement indicating future content is planned. The game appears to have launched as a finished product, with the developer providing ongoing polish and bug-fix support rather than new content development.
Evidence
Developer acknowledged a gap in activity and noted a recent return to development, but the update focused entirely on display settings — no content announcements.
news post · Mar 17, 2026 source development ongoing
medium
Store description presents a self-contained detective mystery set in a single manor, with no mention of DLC, seasons, or post-launch content expansions.
description source ambiguous
medium

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
evilalbert
Achievements
4
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Utter a Name is a challenging detective adventure with strong emphasis on atmosphere and investigation.

Several disembodied souls linger in the premises of this old manor...

You must explore the vicinity and gather information.

What happened here?

Who were these people? And... who killed them?

Key Features

  • Memory 'windows' into the past that reveal important clues

  • A desolate estate

  • Several identity puzzles to solve

Last evaluated Jun 19, 2026
Something about this evaluation looks wrong Report illegal or harmful content