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Plague: London 1665

AdventureIndieRPGSimulation

Developer WASD Games

Plague: London 1665 is an RPG with pixel art graphics set in 1665's during the Bubonic Plague outbreak in overcrowded and polluted London. As a body collector, graveyard keeper, and family provider, avoid the disease while clearing the streets. Will you survive the outbreak or become another victim? From the Steam store page

160 reactions from 3 sources (Bluesky, Steam reviews, Lemmy) · newest Nov 4, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works

Audience score

90
LovedLoved

46 positive · 5 negative
95% range 79–96%

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Bluesky *21182
Steam reviews4650
Lemmy *005

* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).

Steam's own rating
Very Positive
46 of 51 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)

What players are saying

90% recommend · 46 yes, 5 no

Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 51 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (59 of 65 positive).

Players praise the game's immersive atmosphere and historical accuracy. [1][2][3] Some reviewers note the gameplay can become repetitive with limited tasks. [4][5][6] A few players report bugs and technical issues that hinder the experience. [7][8][9]

Liked
  • Immersive atmosphere and historical setting [1][2][3]
  • Engaging moral choices and survival mechanics [10][11][12]
  • Beautiful pixel art and music [4][11][13]
  • Detailed and realistic portrayal of plague-era London [1][4][14]
Disliked
  • Repetitive tasks and lack of content [4][5][6]
  • Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay [7][8][9]
  • Morality system has little impact [4]
Representative posts
  • [9]Steam user Steam user …1391Steam review · Oct 10, 2024 · Not recommended

    I like the concept, but the execution needs improvement. Here’s a short list of bugs I encountered during the 15 minutes I played: - Got stuck in a body after dropping it next to a wall. - I could buy food with insufficient funds, but then couldn't buy food when I had enough money. - If an NPC walks too close while digging, the bar would reset or disappear (in this case, the grave would be finished). - Clipped into …

  • [1]Steam user Steam user …1766Steam review · Oct 9, 2024 · Recommended

    Plague: London 1665 is a gripping and immersive experience! The game's historical accuracy, coupled with its engaging gameplay and atmospheric soundtrack, transported me to 17th century London. The plague's spread is terrifyingly realistic, making every decision count. A must-play for strategy fans!

  • [4]Steam user Steam user …8391Steam review · Oct 18, 2024 · Recommended

    A realistic portrayal of London during the Bubonic Plague. Your role is the plague doctor to buy bodies and keep your family fed. Pros: - Realistic pixel graphics of London buildings and clothing of residents. - Music reflects medieval London vibe. Cons: - Not enough tasks besides burying bodies. Besides looking for random items to make traps and pulling bodies outside of river, there is not much else to do. This …

  • [5]Steam user Steam user …6389Steam review · Oct 9, 2024 · Recommended

    Plague: London 1665 is a unique and immersive survival game that offers a fresh take on the genre. Its historical accuracy, intense gameplay, and tough decision-making make it a standout title. While it has its flaws, such as a steep learning curve and occasional repetitive tasks, these are minor bumps in an otherwise excellent gaming experience.

  • [11]Steam user Steam user …3950Steam review · Oct 9, 2024 · Recommended

    Playing "Plague: London 1665" was an unforgettable experience. As a body collector during the Bubonic Plague, I found myself navigating the eerie streets of 17th-century London. The pixel art is stunning, and the atmosphere is haunting. I had to make tough choices between my family's survival and the city's needs, which added depth to the gameplay. Interacting with various NPCs brought their stories to life, and …

Summarised from 34 of the 112 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made

RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account

Plague: London 1665 sits at 90% positive across 51 opinionated reactions from 3 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?

Reactions

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  • Sandy Gordon @bandygrass.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 13, 2026

    Fun Fact: Mina the Hollower is larger than ALL Shovel Knight titles in Treasure Trove combined... 😱 Total Game Screens Shovel of Hope/Plague of Shadows: 409 Specter of Torment: 433 King of Cards: 397 Mina the Hollower: 1246 ❗❗❗❗

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  • Zeurel @zeurel.bsky.socialBluesky · Nov 12, 2025

    Whoever made the Plague Walker thing for Joey's game jam. Know this; I love you.

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  • Dominic Tarason @dominictarason.comBluesky · Aug 23, 2026

    In the next five days: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Blood Dungeon, Brigandine Abyss, Star Wars: Zero Company, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection 2, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Lou's Lagoon, Dodonpachi Resurrection, Shrimp Game: Overkrill, Captain Tsubasa 2, Divinum, Garden Of Witches and MUCH MORE

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  • Alt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.infoBluesky · Feb 10, 2025

    🙊🙉🙈 What is we just challenged Elon to a game of Plague? Cameras on to ensure it’s really him playing. #Elonsucksatgaming #wegamebetterthandoge

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  • Decker Doberman 🇨🇦🏳️‍🌈 @deckerdoberman.bsky.socialBluesky · Apr 11, 2026

    Something that I've been playing again recently (because it got a new DLC) is Plague Inc: Evolved. Man, you want to talk about something that reminds me of the "old internet" it's this morbidly distracting little game. Shout out to the old heads that remember when this was just a browser game.

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  • Overly Sarcastic Productions @overlysarcastic.bsky.socialBluesky · Sep 3, 2026

    VEMBIS SPOTTED: In an hour I'm playing through some Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy with our pal @ludohistory.bsky.social! Not sponsored, I just really like the vibes, because this game was made for Literally Me Specifically. -B

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  • one dozen bats at a keyboard @panasonicdx4500.bsky.socialBluesky · Jun 8, 2026

    KNICKS FANS: “oh boy, I can’t wait to enjoy the first NBA Finals Game at MSG in almost thirty years!” THE CITY’S PRIMORDIAL SIN, RETURNING IN FESTERING DECADENCE LIKE A DORMANT PLAGUE AWAKENING TO ONCE AGAIN BATHE THE STREETS IN PESTILENCE:

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  • Ross Tweets Games @rosstweetsgames.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 24, 2025

    A Plague Tale: Requiem ✅ Wow, talk about a game doing a complete 180 for me. At first I was really struggling with it (mainly for the clunky stealth)… but then it clicked and DAMN. What a story. What a game.

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  • ZkhqrD5o @[email protected]Lemmy · Oct 8, 2026

    'The Orange Plague': Naked Trump statue on display at European Parliament in Strasbourg.

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  • Ash @bsartsss.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 24, 2026

    This game is giving the doom vibe and you know what, lets go. Plague tale already damaged me, i can take this one too.

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  • Horizon to horizon, nothing but mistakes ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ @pewtergod.bsky.socialBluesky · Jul 4, 2025

    By their definition, the Black Plague was at the top of it's game during the Middle Ages.

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  • Hana no Maude @hananomaude.bsky.socialBluesky · Aug 31, 2026

    2026 game #36: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy I LOVE Plague Tale but I worried about the shift to action Can confirm: combat didn’t sell me. Rote parry/dodge action that’s more responding to prompts than player expression BUT Characters? Scenery? MUSIC?! Yes. This earns the Plague Tale name 🔥

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  • Focus Entertainment @focus-entmt.comBluesky · Jun 8, 2025

    Embark on Sophia's journey to the Minotaur’s Island, unravel ancient secrets, and confront a mythical creature at the heart of a devastating curse. 🗡️ Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy releases on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, day one on Xbox Game Pass, and PC, in 2026.

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  • Ross Tweets Games @rosstweetsgames.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 6, 2025

    My next game is A Plague Tale: Requiem 🐀

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  • vinny @vinny.vinesauce.comBluesky · Aug 10, 2026

    LIVE: Plug & Plague Mega Blowout, Incomprehensible Game (Air Control), Metroid Hacks and Japes, Pigeonsauce twitch.tv/vinesauce

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  • Shinobi602 @shinobi602.bsky.socialBluesky · Jun 7, 2026

    Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy launches August 27 on Xbox (Game Pass), PS5 and PC #Xbox #XboxShowcase

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  • B🐻E🐻‍❄️A🐼R🐻S @bennybeah.bsky.socialBluesky · Aug 29, 2026

    Not interested in the game (Resonance A Plague Tale) Appreciate the eye candy of "Ezra" however

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  • LandenIsn’tReal @landenisntreal.bsky.socialBluesky · May 8, 2026

    It’s like they know they’re in a game of Plague Inc

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  • VGC @videogameschronicle.comBluesky · Apr 30, 2026

    The studio behind the Plague Tale series says the third game, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, is now "almost here" with development wrapping up in "the coming months". www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-rel...

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  • Sweet Plasmids (Simon) 🎮 @sweetsweetplasmids.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 4, 2026

    A Plague Tale: Innocence ✅ Playtime: 15hrs Difficulty: N/A 💭 A Plague Tale is a third-person, narrative-driven game. The game had a slow start, but its dark, bleak tone really landed for me from chapter five. Its gameplay was solid and provides different ways to solve problems. Great. 8/10

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  • VGC @videogameschronicle.comBluesky · Jun 8, 2025

    A trailer for a new Plague Tale game from Asobo Studio has leaked ahead of an official announcement which could be made at today’s Xbox Games Showcase. vgc.news/news/a-tease...

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  • Knoebel @knoebel.bsky.socialBluesky · Jun 7, 2026

    'Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy' launches August 27th on Xbox Series, Game Pass, PS5 and PC. youtu.be/1r6Cft3qe6I

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  • Tom De Ville @devilligan.bsky.socialBluesky · Jun 8, 2025

    Thrilled by this news. Absolutely loved A Plague Tale: Requiem. www.eurogamer.net/a-resonance-...

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  • Melody Man @melodyman.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 23, 2025

    Order of No Quarter N°03: Plague Man. From the hit game Shovel Man.

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  • MinnMax @minnmax.comBluesky · Oct 30, 2026

    Donate any amount to the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota with MinnMax's Give To The Max charity drive, list your system/game of choice, and you're in the running to win a copy of... Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Agent 64 Toem 2 Dosa Divas And more! Check out the full list - bit.ly/nicecity26

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  • Willa Bloomfield-Rowe @thewillarowe.bsky.socialBluesky · Aug 26, 2026

    My first Polygon review. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is a serviceable Uncharted-like elevated by some incredible performances. But with action replacing stealth, and no rats in sight, it isn't much of a Plague Tale game at all www.polygon.com/resonance-a-...

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  • Steam user Steam user …1766Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    Plague: London 1665 is a gripping and immersive experience! The game's historical accuracy, coupled with its engaging gameplay and atmospheric soundtrack, transported me to 17th century London. The plague's spread is terrifyingly realistic, making every decision count. A must-play for strategy fans!

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  • Jay Gamble @drjaydrno.bsky.socialBluesky · May 26, 2025

    The iPhone app game, “Plague Inc.”

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  • Steam user Steam user …5040Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    Unusual game in which you can try on the role of a plague doctor who deals with all those things that were done during the dark middle ages. It's quite entertaining.

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  • Steam user Steam user …1201Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 12 h played

    👍 GOOD GAME 👍 The game is based on a TRUE story and developed around the 1665 plague outbreak, seen from the perspective of a family that just moved to London with nothing in their hands.

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  • Steam user Steam user …8391Steam reviews · Oct 18, 2024 · 2 h played

    A realistic portrayal of London during the Bubonic Plague. Your role is the plague doctor to buy bodies and keep your family fed. Pros: - Realistic pixel graphics of London buildings and clothing of residents. - Music reflects medieval London vibe. Cons: - Not enough tasks besides burying bodies. Besides looking for random items to make traps and pulling bodies outside of river, there is not much else to do. This was my observation after playing through 4-5 days within the game. - Having a…

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  • Maladroithe @maladroithe.bsky.socialBluesky · Apr 24, 2024

    It was a regular size frog absolutely ACING Untitled Goose Game: Biblical Plague Edition

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  • Steam user Steam user …0075Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    Overall, this is an exciting and atmospheric game that will allow players to relive the most terrifying moments of the bubonic plague epidemic in the history of London. If you love historical games and want to plunge into the world of danger and adventure, be sure to try this game.

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  • Casey S. Pumpkins 🎃 @caseyexplosion.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 19, 2026

    Night Cart: The Immortal Plague Gonna come clean, I've no idea about this game I just saw plague doctor and instantly wishlisted it. I just think they're neat.

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  • Xbox Wire @wire.xbox.comBluesky · Oct 13, 2026

    You’ll need every tool at your disposal to survive the Crimson Plague in Valor Mortis, available today with Game Pass. Check out these developer tips & tricks to help you survive. news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/1...

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  • Steam user Steam user …2049Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    The game offers an immersive atmosphere of disaster. Engaging gameplay and tough choices make it unique and memorable.

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  • Steam user Steam user …0906Steam reviews · Oct 10, 2024 · 2 h played

    Plague: London 1665 is a deep and intense strategy that makes you think about survival in times of crisis. Historical accuracy and serious moral choices make the game exciting for fans of complex simulators and strategies. Rating: 8/10

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  • Steam user Steam user …6389Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    Plague: London 1665 is a unique and immersive survival game that offers a fresh take on the genre. Its historical accuracy, intense gameplay, and tough decision-making make it a standout title. While it has its flaws, such as a steep learning curve and occasional repetitive tasks, these are minor bumps in an otherwise excellent gaming experience.

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  • Steam user Steam user …7144Steam reviews · Oct 15, 2024 · 2 h played

    Plague: London 1665 is a pixel-art RPG where players take on the role of a body scavenger during the London Plague. The game features complex moral choices, interaction with NPCs, and exploration of the historic city. Primary objectives include resource gathering, burial, and helping the sick, creating a tense survival atmosphere.

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  • Steam user Steam user …4215Steam reviews · Oct 12, 2024 · 4 h played

    I liked the game, the graphics are great, I love pixel, I won’t explain the plot, just play and you’ll understand everything yourself, the advantages are the good elaboration of small details, you just enjoy the game.

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  • Steam user Steam user …4666Steam reviews · Oct 12, 2024 · 2 h played

    Basic cool game with high level graphics and stable cool music

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  • Steam user Steam user …2754Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 2 h played

    It was.. Impressive. In this game we will find ourselves in London, in 1665, at the height of the bubonic plague, a very large epidemic of that time. As a plague doctor, we will have to walk around the city and collect bodies, as well as bury them. Receiving some money as a reward, we set priorities: family, well-being or something else. Despite the simple pixel graphics, the game creates an incredible atmosphere, conveying all the horror of that time and the complexity of the decisions made.…

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  • Steam user Steam user …3950Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 3 h played

    Playing "Plague: London 1665" was an unforgettable experience. As a body collector during the Bubonic Plague, I found myself navigating the eerie streets of 17th-century London. The pixel art is stunning, and the atmosphere is haunting. I had to make tough choices between my family's survival and the city's needs, which added depth to the gameplay. Interacting with various NPCs brought their stories to life, and scavenging for resources kept me on edge. This game beautifully blends history with…

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  • Steam user Steam user …8073Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    A must-play with strong Graveyard Keeper vibes I watched YKYMrFalcon play this game about a week ago, and I knew it was something I had to try. The game gives off strong Graveyard Keeper vibes, though it's not as complex. The pixel art is very detailed, and the music is excellent.

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  • ValyriaN @valyriann.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 27, 2026

    The first few hours of this game has impressed me so much it confuses me. To think they would cook this hard after already cooking up 2 amazing Plague tale games. They outdo themselves each year so it seems. More tomorrow.. #APlagueTaleLegacy

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  • Steam user Steam user …6481Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 2 h played

    An interesting pixel game about London in 1695 with a lot of mechanics and interesting tasks. I advise you to definitely play.

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  • Steam user Steam user …0332Steam reviews · Oct 11, 2024 · 3 h played

    An interesting game that will test our survival skills during a devastating plague outbreak. We will have to explore the streets of London, avoiding the deadly epidemic, competently managing our resources and making difficult decisions, on which the life of the protagonist will depend. In addition, we will interact with the game characters, each of whom has their own story and motives to uncover the truth about the outbreak of a deadly disease. In the process of passing the game, we will…

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  • Steam user Steam user …5525Steam reviews · Oct 11, 2024 · 1 h played

    Have so far streamed about an hour of this on my channel and its not bad, just a bit lacking in content I feel. Developers are quick to respond to glitch reporting and work to get it fixed, which is awesome!! Really want to see the developers add more content and depth to what they have already built here!

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  • Steam user Steam user …9856Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    Plague: London 1665 combines rich historical elements with captivating storytelling. Its thrilling gameplay and heartfelt narrative inspire players to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit during challenging times. If you’re a fan of adventure games and historical tales, this title is certainly one you shouldn't miss.

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  • Plague Inc. / Rebel Inc. - After Inc. Out Now! @ndemiccreations.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 13, 2026

    Did you know we've got a new game coming? Plague Inc: The Board Game: The Video Game! Play the board game digitally, single or multiplayer, for the first time! store.steampowered.com/app/5283340/...

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  • Steam user Steam user …4610Steam reviews · Oct 16, 2024 · 5 h played

    This game is a must-try! The atmosphere and realism are heightened by the stunning graphics and immersive sound design. If you're a fan of historical settings or just want to step into the feel of another time, I’d definitely recommend checking it out!

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  • Steam user Steam user …7981Steam reviews · Oct 15, 2024 · 3 h played

    The game is actually very well thought out. It is obvious how hard the developers tried, I am waiting for it to take off and get hyped

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  • Steam user Steam user …8432Steam reviews · Oct 15, 2024 · 3 h played

    Plague: London 1665 is an immersive and gripping experience! The historical setting is beautifully crafted, and the gameplay is both challenging and engaging. I love the attention to detail and the intriguing storyline that keeps me coming back for more. Highly recommend!

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  • Steam user Steam user …8741Steam reviews · Oct 15, 2024 · 3 h played

    A beautiful game filled with the harshness and hardships of hard life in a plague epidemic. Very like how the atmosphere is conveyed in a nice pixel style. Gameplay does not give boredom, left a pleasant impression.

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  • Steam user Steam user …4481Steam reviews · Oct 12, 2024 · 4 h played

    It was quite interesting and intriguing to plunge into the atmosphere of that time and try to survive in it

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  • Steam user Steam user …4733Steam reviews · Oct 12, 2024 · 2 h played

    Immersive, tense, and historically rich-an unforgettable RPG!

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  • Steam user Steam user …2049Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 2 h played

    A cool and atmospheric adventure game with pleasant music and interesting tasks. There is an inventory system, as well as a store. Clear training, you don’t notice how time passes, it’s a great way to kill time, if you get bored playing other games, you can try to have fun playing it

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  • 🪻Kiera Rhodes🪻 @krhodesva.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 21, 2026

    🌷CASTING CALL🍃 RTs please! <3 Due Oct 26th 7pm EDT UNPAID Visual Novel game "Peony Plague" - Raise Your Voice Jam 2026 Love Interest: Rowan Francine - Mid/Late 20s, Asian, Masc. Asian VAs only please! NAVA AI Rider IMDb Credit tinyurl.com/ndmvrx9n #castingcall #visualnovel #vn #raiseyourvoicejam

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  • Steam user Steam user …6748Steam reviews · Oct 9, 2024 · 1 h played

    In the middle of the 17th century, the plague raged in Europe, destroying a third of its population. This game will help you immerse yourself in the life of an ordinary city dweller of those times. Manage to survive and save your family in the conditions of a country dying from a terrible disease.

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  • Haldrin (is building Citadel of Thorns) @haldrin.bsky.socialBluesky · Oct 28, 2026

    The game is shaping up really fast. One of those where things just seem to click together every day. Really liking the way the characters, the upgrades and all that is starting to look and feel. One of the testers is rocking a (pretty OP) Level 70 Plague Sister. #solodev #roguelikes #indiedev

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