Blacktail

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  • Summary: Create the myth of Baba Yaga by living out the origins of this classic Slavic folk story in BLACKTAIL, the first-person action-adventure from THE PARASIGHT. Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world. Choose your path toCreate the myth of Baba Yaga by living out the origins of this classic Slavic folk story in BLACKTAIL, the first-person action-adventure from THE PARASIGHT. Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world. Choose your path to become either the guardian of the woods or the terror nightmares are made of.

    You play as Yaga, a 16-year-old girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from an early medieval Slavic settlement. When living memories of her past return as foul, walking spirits, Yaga is faced with no other option than to hunt them down in hopes of unravelling her own mystery.    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. TrueAchievements
    Dec 15, 2022
    90
    Blacktail is beautiful, from the sun-kissed rivers found in its summer-themed areas to its foreboding spider-infested caves, every inch of the world has been a pleasure to explore. While the morality system doesn't offer the impactful experience we had hoped, it's a lovely way to measure your interaction with the world, adding to the game's overarching enjoyability. Combat is fun and well-balanced but sits behind Blacktail's explorative elements as the most exciting feature on offer. It's stunning to look at, exciting to explore, and enjoyable to play... charming.
  2. XboxAddict
    Jan 13, 2023
    85
    The only real downside to BLACKTAIL is the limited gameplay. It is mostly linear and your skills only expand minimally. You will explore and you will backtrack (a lot) over the 15-20 hours of gameplay. With a price of $29.99 (USD)/$39.99 (CDN) I think it’s outstanding value in terms of what you get for the price. I was surprised to see the sticker price after completing it. While nothing really stands out as new for the gameplay in BLACKTAIL, it has an outstanding setting and fantastic narrative. The voice acting is top notch. While Yagas quest to find her twin sister Zora is the engine that drives the story, you’ll quickly discover that it’s really the journey that matters.
  3. XboxEra
    Dec 15, 2022
    83
    BLACKTAIL is a well-made, highly polished title that is easy to recommend. Make sure you have the time to properly level up and explore. This beautiful, haunting world is one I hope to come back to time and time again.
  4. TheXboxHub
    Dec 19, 2022
    80
    Blacktail is not an easy game, with some tricky combat situations and big boss battles, but it’s a game that allows Focus Entertainment to end their great year on a high.
  5. Movies Games and Tech
    Feb 1, 2023
    80
    BLACKTAIL is a colourful story-rich action-adventure RPG. With a stunning plot, interesting characters, and slick combat, this is a treat to play. Furthermore, you'll adore the morality mechanic, the awesome dialogue, and the phenomenal world. Sadly, its slow start and repetitive quests hold it back.
  6. Generación Xbox
    Dec 19, 2022
    77
    Although the gameplay is a bit clunky and repetitive, Blacktail makes us want to keep playing more and more. If you’re able to overlook the performance issues, it’s a good game.
  7. But Why Tho?
    Dec 15, 2022
    70
    Players familiar with fast-paced combat and dark depictions of fairy tales will find that Blacktail has a lot to offer. Unfortunately, however, Blacktail often trips over its own feet by trying too hard to create a large variety of gameplay mechanics and easily losing track of the goals of its narrative.

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  1. KingAzzer13
    Dec 19, 2022
    8
    Indie/AA games continue to impress. I’ve just finished Blacktail and I’m impressed. The games art work makes the game look stunning it is alsoIndie/AA games continue to impress. I’ve just finished Blacktail and I’m impressed. The games art work makes the game look stunning it is also well voice acted and the soundtrack goes so well with the game. Blacktail tells a good story and doesn’t really hold your hand through the game. A little gem of a game a certainly well worth the £20.… Expand

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