Blacksad: Under the Skin

About

Blacksad: Under the Skin is a point-and-click adventure set in a gritty 1950s New York underworld. You play as John Blacksad, a shrewd private investigator figuring out a murder and citywide corruption scandal. The gameplay blends direct character control with environmental interaction, objects and dialogue options shift based on Blacksad’s attention, requiring keen observation to progress. Story beats mix noir intrigue with moral gray areas, as your choices influence how the case unfolds. The game’s noir aesthetic and tactile art style stand out, paired with a layered narrative that leans into political and social tensions of the era. With 39 achievements, players aiming for 100% will likely chase the "Sports Illustrated" trophy, unlocked by just 1.6% of owners. Available on multiple platforms since 2019, it’s a brisk 10-15 hour experience for fans of dialogue-driven mysteries with a tactile, hand-drawn look.

Storyline

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.