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Black Book

Demo version of Black Book is available here 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 Slavic folktales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness. A young girl named Vasilisa, destined to become a witch, decides to throw her fate away and marry her beloved - but that dream is shattered when her betrothed dies under mysterious circumstances. Aching for her lost love, Vasilisa seeks out the Black Book - a demonic artifact, said to be powerfu

Release date
August 10, 2021
Platforms
macOS, Windows
Developer
Morteshka
Publisher
HypeTrain Digital
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Demo version of Black Book is available here 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 Slavic folktales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness. A young girl named Vasilisa, destined to become a witch, decides to throw her fate away and marry her beloved - but that dream is shattered when her betrothed dies under mysterious circumstances.

Aching for her lost love, Vasilisa seeks out the Black Book - a demonic artifact, said to be powerful enough to grant any wish to the one who uncovers all 7 of its seals. Join Vasilisa in her adventures across the rural countryside, as she solves the woes of common folk by confronting demons and performing exorcisms. Uncover the seals of Black BookUnleash hellish spells on your enemies! Collect spell cards and new skills as you progress. A Historic AdventureSolve riddles and complete side-quests as you learn more about life in the Slavic countryside.

Lead a Demonic FlockSend demons to do your bidding, but be careful - idle demons will torture you if you don’t find them something to do! Myths and legendsExplore a world based on Northern Slavic mythology. Learn from an in-game encyclopedia, created with the help of expert anthropologists - and find all folk tales hidden within the game!

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Most helpful8

★ 5 / 5
It's not a very accurate description, but to me this game basically feels as a distilled Witcher 3 experience without the open world, and with…
★ 5 / 5
This game is amazing, and definitely worth a buy for every Russian speaking player. Don't know about the others. First, the game takes uncompromising approach…
★ 5 / 5
This game is a godsend for anyone who enjoys hand drawn media: illustrations are minimalistic, yet gorgeous to look at, coupled with one of the…
★ 4 / 5
Enjoyed this game, even though it was not what I'd typically play genre-wise. The only drawbacks I could find were related to 2 odd technical…
★ 5 / 5
The game is fantastic in its work with its subject matter: the mythology of Perm region - the protagonist encounters all the major characters and…
★ 5 / 5
When i bought it i was no sold by it. Just another card game deck builder i thought. But no, the story and gameplay here…
★ 5 / 5
The graphics is exquisite and the story is a great insite in old Slavic myths and legends. The gameplay reminds heavily on Slay the Spire,…
★ 4 / 5
This game is top-tier when it comes to story, lore, and card-based combat. Sadly, it is lacking in the graphics, movement controls, and overall game…

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★ 5 / 5
Do not sleep on this title. Black Book is a game that will take quite a bit of your time, but it will be time…
★ 4 / 5
It's a very unique game, it combines excellent story with card-based combat all in setting of folklore of Russian North. The good: - The setting…
★ 4 / 5
The setting of the game is unique, interesting, well presented, and engaging. I learned so much about the local Slavic mythology and its traditions and…
★ 4 / 5
The gameplay is above average, but what makes this game special is the story based around the slavic folklore. The lack of translation of the…
★ 5 / 5
Basically fight demons and other creatures with cards you collect along a path of fighting into hell itself. It's pretty metal. I think for a…
★ 4 / 5
I just finished playing Black Book and it didn't disappoint, which is something these days. I have been looking for games that mix plot with…
★ 5 / 5
It is a fun card game. The story is interesting and it lets you learn a lot about Eastern European folklore. When it comes to…

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