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The Council

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First release
Mar 13, 2018
Developer
Big Bad Wolf
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure · Mystery, Action, Thriller, Historical
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One

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.

Also known as The Council: Complete Season

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Storyline
"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, while each and every one of the colorful cast seems to have their own hidden agendas."Read more

"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, while each and every one of the colorful cast seems to have their own hidden agendas."

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Mar 13, 2018
PlayStation 4
Mar 13, 2018
Xbox One
Mar 13, 2018
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
14h
Main + Extras
16h
Completionist
13h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
episodic, narrative-driven, choice and consequence, narrative adventure

At a Glance

Critic Score
70
Main Story (IGDB)
14h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
16h
Completionist (IGDB)
13h
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Overview

Steam review summary

Steam users rate this Very Positive, 5,744 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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