Masquerada: Songs and Shadows is a visually arresting tactical RPG set in the Venetian-inspired city of Ombre, where magic is a luxury reserved for the elite who wear enchanted masks known as Mascherines. You play as Cicero Gavar, an exiled investigator summoned back to his crumbling home to solve a high-stakes kidnapping.
The game stands out for its hand-drawn, comic-book aesthetic and its deep, lore-heavy narrative. Unlike traditional turn-based RPGs, Masquerada utilizes a real-time combat system with a tactical pause, allowing you to position your party and chain elemental spells for devastating combos. The story is fully voiced by industry veterans like Felicia Day and Matthew Mercer, lending an incredible emotional weight to the political intrigue and civil unrest brewing in Ombre. It’s a focused, linear experience that trades open-world fluff for a tightly paced, character-driven mystery that explores the price of power and the shadows left by the past.
Key Features
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Stunning Art Style: A vibrant, “clear line” aesthetic inspired by French comic books.
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Tactical Pause Combat: Blend real-time action with strategic planning at your own pace.
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Elemental Synergy: Combine earth, water, fire, and air spells to trigger powerful reactions.
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Fully Voiced Script: A star-studded cast brings the complex characters to life.
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Rich World-Building: Deep lore regarding the Mascherines and the history of Ombre.
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No Grind: A streamlined experience focusing on story beats rather than repetitive battles.
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Customizable Skills: Tailor Cicero and his companions to fit your specific playstyle.
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The Ink-Wash Bestiary: Face a wide variety of mythical and magical creatures.
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Dynamic Soundtrack: An atmospheric score that reacts to the intensity of combat.
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New Game Plus: Take your endgame masks and skills into a more challenging playthrough.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, or 10 (64-bit recommended).
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Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent.
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Memory: 4 GB RAM.
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Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 560 or ATI Radeon HD 5850.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c.
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Storage: 16 GB available space.
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card.
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Input: Supports Keyboard/Mouse or Controller.
