It was the kind of evening that made you question your life choices. A warm breeze, coupled with the scent of cheap bug spray, wafted by as I was knee-deep ranking sandwich condiments. Suddenly, the silence was broken with the tell tale jangle of a call coming in.

“Got another one for you,” Quest Daily crackled through the receiver like bacon in a fry pan. “Something spooky. Something… Quacky.”

I straightened my tie, dusted the crumbs from a stale bread roll, and squinted at the file now sitting on my desk: Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping.

Duck Detective, developed by Happy Broccoli Games, is a growing series of short point-and-click indie games with cute animal characters and great humour. Their second entry, The Ghost of Glamping, builds on the success of The Secret Salami, refining the formula with subtle but delightful improvements.

Gameplay Is All It’s Quacked Up To Be

Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping delivers more of what made the first game fantastic. The core mechanics return with the same charm, deepening your role as an investigator and making every conversation feel meaningful. The UI remains strong: greyed-out dialogue options clearly show what you’ve covered, while yellow highlights new intel. Exclamation marks on the map show points of interest, so you’re never left guessing where to go next. Inventory and character profiles are still intuitive, making interactions and deduc(k)tions smooth and satisfying from start to finish.

*If you think THIS is tacky, just wait until you see my Star Wars caroling Christmas shirt.*

The most notable drawback of the previous title, The Secret Salami, was its brevity. My biggest gripe being that there wasn’t more gameplay, is a testament to how much I enjoyed it. While The Ghost of Glamping is about the same length as its predecessor, its richer characters and denser story make it feel more substantial, ultimately creating a more satisfying experience for its length.

Puzzles & Deduc(k)tions

The puzzles in this sequel are more satisfying, building on the foundation set by the first game. This time, the focus is on thinking a little more outside-the-box, encouraging the player to make deduc(k)tions using clues they might have initially overlooked. This intentionally avoids leaps of logic, and ensures that every solution feels earned rather than frustrating. The game’s clever design led to some genuine “aha!” moments, and left me feeling like a genius.

*Points of interest are not lost amongst the beautiful artwork.*

Wit & Waddle

The Ghost of Glamping stays true to the series’ quirky, offbeat humour. Characters shine with playful banter that keeps conversation lively. Playful touches, like the ability to press ‘Q’ to quack, help maintain the fun atmosphere. While there are some notably grittier moments, the overall experience remains delightfully playful.

*He’s one step away from asking if he can be painted like a French girl.*

Case Closed

While not a massive departure from its predecessor; Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping builds on the charming world set-up in The Secret Salami, delivering a cleverly crafted adventure that balances humour, mystery, and satisfying puzzles. It’s a delightful follow-up that captures the spirit of the original while refining the gameplay in subtle but meaningful ways. Whether you’re a fan of the first game or just love a quirky, character-driven mystery, this sequel is sure to leave you quacking for more.

Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping releases May 23rd. You can Wishlist now on PC via Steam, preorder on the Nintendo eShop for $15.00 AUD, or expect to pick it up on launch date on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.

Quest Daily scores Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping:

8/10

A review copy of Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping was supplied to Quest Daily for the purpose of this review.