WorkJam was a game development company that left a unique mark on the Japanese gaming industry. They developed many titles for mobile apps, home consoles, and handheld gaming devices, with the “Tantei Jinguuji Saburou” series being deeply loved by fans. Amid the ever-changing gaming market, this company remains unforgettable to gaming enthusiasts.

WorkJam's signature work is undoubtedly the “Tantei Jinguuji Saburou” series. Originally created by Data East, the series was later carried forward by WorkJam, which released numerous new installments. Players could experience the thrill of solving cases as detectives in real-life settings like Shibuya and Shinjuku. The series' core charm lay in its realism and dramatic storytelling.

Beyond detective games, WorkJam ventured into various genres, such as developing “TRICK,” based on a TV drama, for the Nintendo DS. Their ability to blend narrative and gameplay was highly acclaimed both within and outside the industry. This flexibility and creative thinking were what made WorkJam uniquely appealing.

In 2011, WorkJam sold its social gaming business to CommSeed, and in 2012, they released their final title, “Tantei Jinguuji Saburou: Fukushuu no Rondo.” The company subsequently dissolved, and its intellectual properties were temporarily owned by Exprize before being transferred to Arc System Works in 2016. Thus, the “Tantei Jinguuji Saburou” series continues to tell new stories under the stewardship of Arc System Works and Orange.

Although WorkJam has closed its chapter in history, its influence continues in today's game development. The “Tantei Jinguuji Saburou” series remains alive in the hearts of many fans as a pioneer of mystery games. The depth of its storytelling and the empathy evoked by its characters demonstrated the potential for games to evolve beyond mere entertainment into art.

Gamers, by playing the masterpieces left behind by WorkJam, you can experience their unique world and feel the trajectory of gaming from past to future.