Blacksad: Under the Skin

Blacksad: Under the Skin

Puzzle • Adventure
2019

Blacksad: Under the Skin is an upcoming Puzzle/Adventure game releasing on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on November 5, 2019.

Developed by Ys Interactive, Pendulo Studios and published by Microids, Maximum Games.

Release Date: 11/06/2019

Released
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Story

In 1950s New York, Joe Dunn, the owner of a humble boxing club is found hanged. At the same time, Robert Yale, his protege and greatest hope, is reported missing. Although overwhelmed by these terrible events, Joe Dunn’s daughter, Sonia, decides to continue working towards her father’s dreams: she takes over the boxing club and calls on John Blacksad to investigate this mysterious disappearance. It’s the eve of the fight of the year and the club, which is in serious financial difficulties, will not survive Robert’s withdrawal. The investigation will lead John Blacksad to the very heart of a world in which corruption reigns supreme.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

Xbox Series X|SPlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 5MacXbox OneNintendo Switch

Genres

PuzzleAdventure

Developers

  • Ys Interactive
  • Pendulo Studios

Publishers

  • Microids
  • Maximum Games

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

Third person

Part of

  • Blacksad franchise

Ratings & Reviews

66%
Critic Score
4 reviews
76%
User Score
60 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionFantasyThrillerDramaMystery

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

noirquick time event

Game Engine

Built with Unity 2018

Release Information

Primary Release Date

November 5, 2019

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Xbox One

November 5, 2019
Worldwide

PlayStation 4

November 5, 2019
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

November 14, 2019
Worldwide

Mac

November 14, 2019
Worldwide

Nintendo Switch

December 10, 2019
Worldwide
November 28, 2019
Europe

PlayStation 5

June 27, 2024
Worldwide

Xbox Series X|S

June 27, 2024
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Blacksad: Under the Skin on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
memory:8 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 570
directx:Version 11
storage:25 GB available space

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 10/11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6700 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:30 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Blacksad: Under the Skin, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blacksad: Under the Skin