Black Book – Spotlight

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.

Pros:
Approachable card based gameplay
Great setting
Choice driven
Looks great

Cons:
Some occasional bugs

Score – 8/10

About:

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!