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BLACKTAIL

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 • 2022

Should you play it?

Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.

What works
  • Immersive fairy tale world
  • Engaging story and characters
  • Unique slavic folklore setting
  • Good voice acting and music
  • Meaningful morality system
Things to keep in mind
  • Combat can feel repetitive
  • Some mechanics not well explained
  • Morality system impact limited
  • Minor bugs and jank reported
  • Platforming and minigames divisive

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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BLACKTAIL: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Why this game works

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