A Plague Tale: Innocence
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About A Plague Tale: Innocence
Asobo Studio released A Plague Tale: Innocence on May 14, 2019, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and later next-gen consoles. This single-player adventure drops players into 14th-century France during a brutal time of plague and religious persecution. You play as Amicia de Rune alongside her younger brother Hugo while fleeing the Inquisition. The story focuses on their survival against overwhelming odds and swarms of rats carrying the Black Death. The game blends historical grimness with family dynamics to drive the narrative forward. Players navigate a world where darkness is not just an atmosphere but a literal threat that hunts them down at every turn.
Gameplay
Most sessions involve moving through dark environments while managing Amicia and Hugo simultaneously. You solve environmental puzzles to unlock paths or distract enemies. Stealth mechanics take center stage as you avoid soldiers without engaging in direct combat. A torch serves as your primary tool to burn away the swarms of rats that chase you across open fields. Combat is minimal, relying on slingshots and traps rather than weapons. The camera stays close to create tension during these moments. Players must balance protecting Hugo with solving puzzles quickly enough before enemies or beasts arrive. Progression feels linear but packed with tense set pieces that force quick thinking under pressure.
What Players Think
PlayPile data shows a Metacritic score of 82 and an IGDB rating of 80.7 from 761 users. Community members describe the vibe as atmospheric, which matches the dark tone players expect. The average playtime suggests most finish the main story without rushing through side content. Review snippets highlight the emotional weight of the sibling bond as a standout element. Users note that the rat swarms create genuine panic rather than just visual noise. Critics agree the narrative pacing keeps interest high until the final act. No other site tracks these specific community moods or completion metrics alongside standard scores like we do here.
PlayPile's Take
This title works well for players who prefer story-driven experiences over combat-heavy challenges. The price point on sale makes it a strong value given the 20-hour runtime and lack of microtransactions. Players will earn achievements related to puzzle solving and stealth runs without needing multiple playthroughs. Asobo Studio crafted a focused narrative that does not drag or rely on filler content. Avoid this if you want open-world exploration or frequent boss battles. The experience ends cleanly with a strong conclusion that justifies the entire journey.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
80.7
RAWG Rating
4.2
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