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Newport, 1997. Waterside gang member Henry Gallagher is thrust into a lethal spiral after a failed deal. Trapped between a police crackdown and the Sorvino Mafia, Henry must navigate a city ignited by "Pulse"—a volatile new drug turning every street into a warzone.

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Crime: 1997 - Demo & Steam Next Fest 2026

Mar 30

Hello everyone!

The city is starting to take shape, and we have some massive news to share regarding the future of Crime: 1997. We’ve been working around the clock to bring you a polished experience, and the time to get your hands on the game is almost here.

🗓️ The Roadmap to Summer

Official Demo Release: Coming at the end of May! You’ll finally be able to step into the gritty atmosphere of the late 90s.
Steam Next Fest: We are thrilled to announce our participation in the Steam Next Fest in June 2026. Prepare for livestreams, community challenges, and much more.

📸 New In-Game Screenshots

Take a look at these fresh shots straight from the Demo build. From the neon-soaked streets to the rain-slicked pavement, we’ve focused on capturing that specific 1997 aesthetic you’ve been waiting for.

🏠 Real Estate & Property Gameplay

Success in this city isn't just about survival; it's about ownership. Check out the new gameplay clip below, which showcases our Property System.

Whether it's a small hideout or a luxury apartment, you can now browse, purchase, and manage real estate across the map. Your empire starts with a single key.

Don't forget to add Crime: 1997 to your Wishlist to stay updated on the exact May release date!

See you on the streets, Bad Guys Games

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Crime: 1997 Full Release Date Announced + Demo Coming Soon!

Nov 9, 2025

A message from Bad Guys Games, and I'm writing to you today with some major, exclusive news regarding our upcoming gritty, open-world crime epic, Crime: 1997.

THE BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Release Date Locked In!

We are thrilled to finally announce that Crime: 1997 is officially set to launch on July 28, 2026!

After months of intensive work, polishing every street corner and scripting every twist in the neon-soaked world of 1997, we are confident this is the date we deliver the definitive criminal experience players have been waiting for.

Get Your Hands Dirty: The Demo is Around the Corner!

We know that July 2026 feels a long way off, so we’re providing a substantial taste of the action much sooner.

We are preparing to release a playable Demo in mid May 2026!

This won't just be a slice of gameplay—it will be your chance to step into the world, experience the core mechanics, and witness the raw ambition that powers Crime: 1997. We are doing some truly special things with the narrative and systems, and we can’t wait for you to see them in action.

Why You Should Be Excited Now

The entire Bad Guys Games team is currently focused on adding crucial elements that will make this game a landmark title in the open-world genre. We are talking about deep, reactive player choices, complex faction relationships, and an unforgettable soundtrack that captures the era's raw energy. We are aiming for a game that doesn't just tell a story, but lets you write your own legend in the underworld. We are pushing boundaries to make sure this is our best and most ambitious title yet!

Thank you for reading this far, and we look forward to sharing the next updates for Crime 1997 with you. We are also sharing some screenshots from the gameplay of Crime: 1997.

Stay tuned!

Best regards,

Bad Guys Games

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Crime: 1997

New Screenshots

Jun 27, 2025

Hi guys!

We wanted to share with you some screenshots directly from the gameplay and cutscenes of Crime: 1997. The development of the project is progressing faster and faster, and we look forward to showing you more for next month, giving you dates for the Demo and Release versions that we are trying to refine and finish

Stay tuned

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