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Blackguards
BlackguardsTurn-based tactical RPG where misfit criminals shape a dark fantasy world.
Blackguards 2
Blackguards 2Turn‑based tactical RPG where your choices shape a gritty, crime‑filled adventure.
Overview
Description

Blackguards is a turn‑based strategy RPG that puts you in the shoes of a band of misfits fighting for a threatened world. Explore over 180 hex‑based battlegrounds and make story‑changing choices in a mature tale of crime, drugs, and murder. Play as a warrior, mage, or hunter and fully customize your skills while navigating a challenging single‑player campaign filled with doubt, treason, and loss.

Blackguards 2 delivers challenging hex‑field battles set in a dark fantasy world, letting you recruit mercenaries, wield powerful spells, and command up to 20 characters. Your decisions affect the story, leading to multiple non‑linear endings and over 20 hours of gameplay. Play as Cassia, a noble‑born outlaw, as you break out of prison, rally the Vanquishers of the Nine Hordes, and fight for the Shark Throne. The game blends strategic combat, deep character customization, and a gritty narrative full of twists and consequences.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Turn-Based Strategy
CRPG
Best for
Tactical RPG enthusiasts
Fans of tactical RPGs
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99−33%
$59.99
release date
2014-01-24
2015-01-20
Specifications
developer
Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment
publisher
Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
67/100
74/100+10%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Extensive hex‑based battlefields offer tactical depth.
  • Rich, mature storyline with impactful choices.
  • Three fully customizable classes provide variety.
  • Indie production delivers a unique artistic style.
  • Deep character customization
  • Highly strategic hex‑based combat
  • Multiple story branches with meaningful choices
  • Rich dark fantasy atmosphere
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode; no multiplayer.
  • Steep learning curve for new turn‑based players.
  • Graphics may feel dated compared to newer titles.
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Occasional UI clunkiness
  • Limited replay guidance for optimal paths
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