BLACKTAIL
Released Dec 2022
Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.
80% positive · 2,853 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
BLACKTAIL launched on December 15, 2022. Following launch, the developer released a hotfix on December 21, 2022 addressing crashes and balance issues, and then a more substantial patch (1.5) on February 14, 2023 adding video upscaling options and ultrawide monitor support. The most recent developer communication is an accolades trailer from March 7, 2023, celebrating positive reception after launch.
The game has only one DLC listed — the soundtrack, which shipped on launch day. No additional DLC, expansions, or future content has been announced at any point. The developer made no statements about planned post-launch content, roadmaps, or ongoing development beyond the immediate post-launch patches. The post-launch updates were maintenance and quality-of-life in nature, with no pattern of major content releases established.
BLACKTAIL launched as a complete, self-contained single-player narrative experience. There is no evidence of any planned additions to the game's content, and the developer has not communicated any intent to continue developing it beyond the initial launch window.
Evidence
BLACKTAIL officially launched on December 15, 2022.
Only DLC listed is the game's soundtrack, released on launch day. No additional DLC has been announced or listed.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Focus Entertainment
Achievements
32
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
Become the guardian of the woods or the terror nightmares are made of. Forge the legend of Baba Yaga and live out its origins in BLACKTAIL, a one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat, magic and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.
You play as Yaga, a 16-year-old girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from a medieval Slavic settlement. When living memories of your past return as foul, walking spirits, you are left with no other option than to hunt them down in hopes of unravelling your own mystery.
You play as Yaga, a 16-year-old girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from a medieval Slavic settlement. When living memories of your past return as foul, walking spirits, you are left with no other option than to hunt them down in hopes of unravelling your own mystery.
- Decide the fate of the land and its inhabitants, witness the impact of your decisions on your skills through BLACKTAIL’s Morality system.
- Track down elusive spirits with your trusty bow and gauntlet, engage in thrilling boss fights.
- Craft arrows and potions, hunt wild game, and gather resources to survive in the ominous woods.
- Find hidden treasures to learn more about your surroundings and history.
- Collect lost recipes and brew elixirs to improve your abilities and shape your playstyle.
Last evaluated Jun 14, 2026
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