Martha Is Dead Developer Shows Off Its New Psychological Thriller When Sirens Fall Silent

Martha is Dead developer LKA has released the first gameplay footage from its next title, When Sirens Fall Silent, offering a closer look at the investigation mechanics, branching dialogue system and psychological themes at the centre of the upcoming thriller.

The three-minute developer presentation was shown during the Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest 2026 Edition showcase. It is guided by LKA founder and director Luca Dalcò, following two earlier cinematic trailers that introduced the game's atmosphere and central mystery.

When Sirens Fall Silent Follows a Police Investigation in 1990s Italy

When Sirens Fall Silent is set in early 1990s Italy and follows Mila, a policewoman assigned to a high-profile case involving a series of kidnappings and murders.

As the investigation unfolds, players will need to piece together clues by examining bodies, searching crime scenes and interacting with key characters. Interviews will feature branching dialogue options, with players also expected to pay attention to body language and details that may not be communicated directly.

Some locations will need to be revisited as new information becomes available, while environmental puzzles will range from logical challenges to more surreal sequences. The gameplay reveal suggests that When Sirens Fall Silent will place a stronger emphasis on detective work than LKA’s previous titles, while retaining the studio’s focus on unsettling subject matter and heavily atmospheric storytelling.

The Game Continues LKA’s Storie Senza Voce Series

Although When Sirens Fall Silent introduces a new setting and characters, LKA considers it part of the same wider series as The Town of Light and Martha Is Dead.

The studio refers to the franchise as Storie Senza Voce, which translates to Stories Without a Voice. Each game focuses on forgotten or overlooked people, with When Sirens Fall Silent exploring themes including trauma, addiction, misogyny and human trafficking.

The game’s Steam page also notes that its story will blur the line between reality and perception as Mila attempts to uncover the truth behind the case while dealing with her own past.

When Sirens Fall Silent Release Date and Platforms

When Sirens Fall Silent is currently in development for PC and will be available through Steam, the Epic Games Store and GOG. A release date has not yet been announced, and no console versions have been confirmed.

FAQ

What is When Sirens Fall Silent?

When Sirens Fall Silent is a psychological thriller from LKA, the developer behind Martha Is Dead and The Town of Light. Players take on the role of Mila, a policewoman investigating a series of kidnappings and murders in early 1990s Italy.

What type of gameplay does When Sirens Fall Silent have?

The game focuses on investigation mechanics, including examining crime scenes and bodies, finding clues, interviewing characters through branching dialogues and solving environmental puzzles. Players will also need to revisit locations when new evidence becomes available.

When will When Sirens Fall Silent be released?

LKA and Wired Productions have not yet announced a release date for When Sirens Fall Silent.

Which platforms will When Sirens Fall Silent be available on?

When Sirens Fall Silent has been announced for PC through Steam, the Epic Games Store and GOG. Console versions have not been confirmed.

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