The Council
Action
Thriller
Historical
Mystery
Role-playing (RPG)
Adventure
The Council is an episodic game that delivers a fresh new take on the narrative adventure genre. Make hard-hitting decisions, develop an array of skills, and directly impact how the story unfolds. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, interacting with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets. Trust no one while uncovering dire truths - no matter the cost to mind and body.
13 Mar, 2018
20 Jun, 2026
About this game
The Council is an episodic game that delivers a fresh new take on the narrative adventure genre. Make hard-hitting decisions, develop an array of skills, and directly impact how the story unfolds. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, interacting with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets. Trust no one while uncovering dire truths - no matter the cost ...
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"THE COUNCIL begins in 1793, with players taking the role of secret society member Louis de Richet after his invitation to a private island off the shores of England by the enigmatic Lord Mortimer. Joining him are a number of high profile guests, including Napoleon Bonaparte and President of the newly-formed United States of America, George Washington. The strange nature of this private reception goes beyond just the prestigious guests –Richet’s own mother has recently gone missing on the island...
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Platforms:
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
Release Date:
13 Mar, 2018
Modes:
Single player
Themes:
Action, Thriller, Historical, Mystery
Genres:
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Player Perspectives:
Third person
IGDB Website:
IGDB Rating
3.9
User Rating
73
User Rating Count
78%
Rating %
Critics Rating
3.7
Critics Rating
78
Critics Rating Count
74%
Critics Rating %
Main Developers
Big Bad Wolf
Supporting Developers
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Publishers
Focus Entertainment
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