Blacksad: Under the Skin is a gritty, narrative-driven detective thriller that brings the iconic Spanish comic book series to life. Set in the heart of 1950s New York City, you play as John Blacksad, a cynical yet charismatic feline private investigator. The story begins when the owner of a boxing gym is found dead and his star pupil mysteriously vanishes. Hired by the owner’s daughter, Blacksad must navigate a dark web of corruption, gambling, and racism in an anthropomorphic world where every animal’s species reflects their personality.
The gameplay is heavily inspired by Telltale-style adventures, emphasizing choice and consequence. You’ll spend your time interrogating suspects, engaging in tense Quick Time Events (QTEs), and using Blacksad’s “feline senses” to slow down time and spot hidden environmental cues. A unique “Deduction” menu allows you to link gathered clues to form new conclusions, moving the case forward. With a deep jazz soundtrack and a world populated by over 30 distinct characters, it’s a hard-boiled noir experience that forces you to define what kind of hero—or anti-hero—Blacksad will be.
Key Features
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Original Noir Story: An all-new mystery set within the official Blacksad comic universe.
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Feline Senses: Use enhanced sight, smell, and hearing to uncover hidden evidence.
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Deduction System: Combine clues in Blacksad’s mind to unlock new lead pathways.
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Moral Choices: Your decisions influence Blacksad’s personality and the story’s outcome.
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Cinematic QTEs: Engaging action sequences that test your reflexes during brawls.
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Multiple Endings: Six distinct conclusions based on your investigative success and ethics.
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Authentic 1950s NYC: A beautifully recreated mid-century setting with period-accurate details.
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Stellar Jazz OST: An immersive soundtrack that captures the “film noir” atmosphere.
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Anthropomorphic World: A cast of over 30 unique animal characters with rich backstories.
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Your Blacksad: A dedicated menu tracks your character traits and moral alignment.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows 7 (64-bit) or higher
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Processor: Intel Core i5 (3.0 GHz) or AMD equivalent
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Memory: 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended for 4K/Ultra)
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Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon R7 260X (2 GB VRAM)
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DirectX: Version 11
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Storage: 30 GB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Additional: 64-bit processor and operating system are mandatory
