Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 10 Processeur : Intel Core i3 3.0 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 / AMD Radeon R9 280X DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible
Black Book
Black Book’s deck-building meets Slavic folklore in a slow-burn adventure that keeps players glued for 25 hours and beyond. Since launch, 89% of sampled reviews remain upbeat, proving the magic lies in its atmosphere more than its framerate.
What it's about: «Black Book» est une Aventure RPG dans une atmosphère sombre, se déroulant dans un monde où la Réalité cohabite avec le Mythe. Jouez le rôle d'une jeune sorcière, combattez les forces du mal et aidez les gens du peuple en parcourant la campagne rurale à l'époque du Tsar en Russie.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 87 | 70 | 3 | 14 |
| Story / writing | 85 | 71 | 5 | 9 |
| Graphics / art | 32 | 28 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 30 | 19 | 2 | 9 |
| Interface / UX | 13 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Content / longevity | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Value for money | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 29 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.3 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 17, 2026 · All-time low: €8.49 (Aug 17, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 50 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 15,4 % of players.
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Strengths
- The deck-building system draws the most praise: 70 positive mentions out of 87
- Narrative depth and folklore flavor drive 71 positive mentions out of 85
- Stellar audio and voice acting earn 19 positive mentions out of 30
- Players who push past 25 hours overwhelmingly adore it—97% positive feedback in that bucket
Weaknesses
- The user interface frustrates nearly as many as it serves: 10 negative mentions out of 13
- Price draws outright criticism in every mention (5 negative out of 5)
- Graphics and optimization muster only 28 positive mentions out of 32
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative-driven RPGs with strategic card play and rich Slavic lore will feel right at home. Anyone allergic to slow pacing or rough edges at the edges should steer clear.
Is Black Book worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 92% of 6,707 Steam reviews are positive (player score 88/100). Most-praised strength: The deck-building system draws the most praise. Current price: 24,99€.
Verdict
Black Book delivers a haunting, story-first experience that rewards deep dives. While its visuals and menus lag behind its ambition, the core loop and atmosphere keep players coming back for more sessions than most indie decks demand.
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