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The Incident at Galley House — Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ page answers the most common questions players have about The Incident at Galley House. Whether you are considering buying the game, stuck on a specific puzzle, or curious about the mechanics, you will find answers here.
General Questions
What is The Incident at Galley House?
The Incident at Galley House is a supernatural detective puzzle game developed by William Rous and Evil Trout Inc. You play as Reya, a junior engineer at D&M, operating a memory machine that lets you access echoes of the past. By inputting codes combining timestamps, locations, and character numbers, you unlock memory scenes that reveal what happened at Galley House in 1936.
Is it like Return of the Obra Dinn?
Yes and no. Both games involve investigating deaths by viewing memories and making deductions about identities and fates. However, The Incident at Galley House has a unique code-input system, a progressive hint system, and a dual-timeline meta-plot that distinguishes it from Obra Dinn. The atmosphere is also different — more gothic and supernatural than nautical.
Is it like Her Story?
There are surface similarities — both games involve piecing together a story from fragments of media. However, the code-input system and the deduction board in Galley House provide a much more structured investigation framework than Her Story's open-ended video search. The progressive hint system also makes Galley House more accessible.
How long is The Incident at Galley House?
Most players complete the game in 8-15 hours depending on how much they use the hint system and how quickly they solve deductions. Completionists aiming for all 15 achievements may take longer, particularly if they are hunting for the Spectronoeticist achievement (viewing every scene).
Is The Incident at Galley House scary?
The game has supernatural and atmospheric elements that create tension and unease, but it is not a horror game. There are no jump scares, combat, or chase sequences. The scares are psychological — the creeping dread of uncovering what really happened at Galley House. Think of it as atmospheric rather than frightening.
What is the price?
The Incident at Galley House is available on Steam for $17.99. It launched on July 14, 2026 with a 10% launch discount available through July 21, 2026.
Gameplay Questions
How do I input codes?
Codes follow the format Timestamp-Location-Characters. The timestamp is a two-digit number, the location is a two-letter room code, and characters are numbered IDs. Enter these into the memory machine interface. For a detailed explanation, see the beginner guide.
What happens when the machine loses power?
The machine loses power three times during the story. Each time, you need to find the correct procedure to restore power before continuing. The restoration sequences involve examining the machine's environment and following clues from earlier scenes. See the tips and tricks page for strategies.
Can I save my progress?
Yes, the game supports auto-save. Your progress is saved automatically, so you can close and resume at any point without losing your investigation. There is no manual save system — the game handles saving for you.
Is there a penalty for using hints?
No. There is absolutely no penalty for using the progressive hint system. The game is designed so that using hints is a normal part of the experience. You will still earn all achievements whether you use zero hints or all of them.
Can I replay scenes?
Yes, you can replay any previously unlocked scene at any time. This is useful for catching details you missed or refreshing your memory about specific events.
Do I need to enter codes in order?
No, you can enter codes in any order. However, the narrative is designed to be experienced roughly sequentially, and early scenes provide context that makes later scenes more meaningful.
Content Questions
How many scenes are there?
There are over 100 memory scenes in total. Part 1 (Past, 1936) contains 26 main scenes, and Part 2 (Present) adds additional scenes. There are also hidden scenes beyond the main sequence, including the Hallucination scene and the TYPE HELP reference scene. See the complete scene codes list for details.
How many characters are there?
There are 11 past characters (numbered 1-11) and 8 present characters. Additionally, there are hidden characters like Person 12 and Person K (Katherine Beaumont). See the character identities guide for the complete list.
How many locations are there?
There are 16 locations in Galley House, each with a two-letter code. Discovering and labeling all 16 earns the Full House achievement. See the location guide for the complete list.
What are the hidden achievements?
There are 5 hidden achievements: Hallucination, Spectronoeticist, Inciting Incident, Not Over Yet, and Full House. The achievement guide explains how to unlock each one.
Technical Questions
What platforms is it available on?
The Incident at Galley House is available on PC via Steam. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Is there a Discord?
No public Discord link has been shared for The Incident at Galley House. The best way to follow updates is through the developer's Twitter at @eviltrout and the Steam community discussions.
Is there a sequel?
As of July 2026, no sequel has been announced. However, the game's meta-plot leaves room for future stories in the same universe.
For more detailed information, explore the other pages on this wiki: walkthrough, scene codes, deduction guide, and story and lore.