A new action‑adventure trailer debuted at Gamescom 2022 for Blacktail, spotlighting Baba Yaga as the central figure. The narrative revisits the origin story of this iconic figure from Slavic folklore, inviting players to explore how legends begin and evolve through choice and consequence.
In Blacktail, Baba Yaga is depicted as a 16‑year‑old girl navigating a world where myth and reality blend. She has been accused of witchcraft and banished from her homeland, forcing her to trek through a dense, enchanted forest in search of her fate. The path she takes is not fixed; the choices made during each playthrough shape who she becomes. Players can steer her toward becoming a force of darkness or a guardian of the forest and its many fantastical inhabitants. This branching narrative emphasizes personal agency, letting players sculpt Baba Yaga’s character as they progress.
Gameplay blends potion brewing, archery, and elemental magic as core combat and puzzle elements. Players craft elixirs to boost abilities, hunt for resources, and confront the restless specters haunting the woods. The atmosphere blends eerie folklore with vivid fantasy, offering both stealthy exploration and dynamic skirmishes that require strategic thinking and quick reactions. As players uncover the forest’s mysteries, they also uncover Baba Yaga’s past, motives, and the weight of the choices she makes along the way.
Blacktail is scheduled for release this winter on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is available for pre‑order on Steam with a discount at launch, providing early access to players who want to secure their copy ahead of time and begin their journey into Baba Yaga’s world. The pre‑order promotions give fans a chance to dive into the adventure sooner and test their courage as they prepare for what lies ahead in the forest.
All screenshots from Blacktail can be viewed here. The gallery showcases the game’s distinctive visual style, from the ominous woods to the shimmering magic that players will wield in combat and exploration. The imagery hints at the rich, atmospheric design that Tequila Works has crafted for this contemporary retelling of a famous myth.
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