Adventure

Black Book

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

4.0

Users · RAWG

2021

Released

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📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 10, 2021

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

AdventureRPGStrategyIndie

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macOSPCPlayStation 5PlayStation 4Xbox Series S/XXbox OneNintendo Switch

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About this game

A fusion of card-based RPGs and Adventure games, “Black Book” is a haunting tale of a young sorceress, who gave her life to serve the dark forces. Dive into the cold, yet alluring world of folk tales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Setting draws from Russian and Slavic folklore.
Grim atmosphere supported by art, music, and folkloric imagery.
Card-based combat allows deck building and customization.
Story and folklore material provide cultural detail and sense of place.
Narrative adventure combines exploration with deck-building combat.

Cons

Combat encounters become repetitive over the campaign.
Extended dialogue, exposition, and travel slow narrative progression.
Rules, progression, and card interactions receive limited initial explanation.
Exploration and optional activities involve repeated travel through similar areas.

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