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Blacktail

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X
Genre: Adventure
Publisher: Focus Entertainment
Developer: The Parasight
Release Date: Dec. 15, 2022

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'Blacktail' Reveals More Story, Locations And Content, Available For Pre-Order - Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 23, 2022 @ 11:22 p.m. PDT

In Blacktail, guide Yaga along the path to become a fearsome guardian of the forest or the dark legend that haunts children's nightmares.

Become the witch of the woods in Blacktail.

Slavic myth comes to life in this first-person, open-world, action-adventure title. Discover Yaga's story and guide her along the path to become a fearsome guardian of the forest or the dark legend that haunts children's nightmares.

In Blacktail, play as Yaga, a young woman cast out of her medieval village for witchcraft. Guided by a dark voice, you'll take up a bow and mystical powers to create the myth of Baba Yaga by living out the origins of this classic folk story.

As Yaga, players hunt living memories through mythic woods while following the trail of missing children. Foul spirits hold the secrets of Yaga's past and keys to her future. On this journey, Yaga will have to make difficult choices leading her down the path of light to become the guardian of the woods or down a trail of darkness to the terror of nightmares. Make these decisions as you explore a surreal landscape that blends realism with storybook aesthetics.

In addition to Yaga's bow and gauntlet, players will have a selection of abilities that shift based on your morality throughout the journey.

Catch a glimpse of Blacktail’s grim storytelling in tonight’s trailer. Baba Yaga has been waiting to spread the news for quite some time!

The trailer not only introduces new players to the world of Blacktail, but also shows never-before-seen locations and content. Loyal followers will notice new scenery, mobs and mechanics. 

The trailer "A Witch's Fate" is just the beginning of what we have to show you in the near future. We look forward to introducing you to more of what Blacktail has in store. Looking forward to the premiere? Keep an eye out on your favorite influencers and media outlets - gamescom will not only feature our new trailer, but also a brand new demo for the press to share their first impressions with you.

The game is now available to pre-order on Steam

Key Features:

  • Use your trusty bow and gauntlet to defeat enemies throughout your journey
  • Craft arrows and potions, hunt wild game, and harvest herbs to survive in the uncanny woods
  • Find hidden treasures and pieces of Slavic legends
  • Follow a mysterious voice leading Yaga down the dark path to power and discover your own past along the way
  • Track down elusive spirits and engage in thrilling boss fights to recollect Yaga's missing memories
  • Relive memories to gather clues and solve the mystery of Yaga’s lost friends
  • Dive beyond the surreal. Every memory is an artfully crafted 2.5D narrative episode — each a trippy vision shedding light on Yaga’s heart and soul, as well as her mysterious origin
  • Define your alliances and beliefs through story-driven side quests. Decide the fate of the land and its inhabitants: be vengeful and manipulative, or honest and compassionate
  • Blacktail's Morality System will significantly impact your gameplay experience. Watch your skillset change as you make story defining choices that shift your morality
  • Collect lost recipes from the ancient Grimoire, brew elixirs in the Cauldron to unlock skill upgrades and grow into a great power

 Blacktail is planned to release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) in Winter 2022.


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