If you love ghost stories, classic detective mysteries, and atmospheric horror, you’ll want to keep your eye on The Séance of Blake Manor. Revealed today during The MIX’s Spring Games Showcase, The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective adventure from Spooky Doorway, the team behind The Darkside Detective series. Raw Fury will publish the game, which is now available to wishlist on Steam.
A Victorian Mystery with a Paranormal Twist
Set in 1897 Ireland, The Séance of Blake Manor follows Detective Declan Ward, a seasoned investigator tasked with uncovering the truth behind the disappearance of Evelyn Deane. His search takes him to Blake Manor, a remote hotel where strange occurrences, eerie myths, and secrets buried in the past blur the lines between reality and the supernatural.
Players will need to question suspects, examine clues, and uncover hidden contradictions using immersive detective mechanics. The manor is home to a cast of eclectic and mysterious characters, each with their own motives and hidden agendas. Is Evelyn still alive, or is something more sinister at play?
Detective Work Meets Irish Mythology
Unlike traditional mystery games, The Séance of Blake Manor incorporates Irish folklore and supernatural elements, blending historical fiction with eerie, otherworldly encounters. The game explores themes of class, religion, and the unknown, set against the backdrop of Victorian Ireland.
Key Features of The Séance of Blake Manor
- Supernatural Detective Mystery – Investigate the vanishing of Evelyn Deane and uncover the dark history of Blake Manor.
- Immersive Deduction Mechanics – Gather evidence, cross-reference clues, and expose contradictions to unravel the case.
- Comic-Book Art Style – Inspired by artists like Mike Mignola (Hellboy) and Tim Sale (The Long Halloween), every scene is hand-drawn in a striking noir aesthetic.
- Atmospheric Soundtrack – A dynamically evolving soundtrack enhances the eerie mood, shifting based on the setting and narrative choices.
- Choice-Driven Storytelling – How you handle interrogations and investigations shapes the unfolding mystery.
When and Where to Play The Séance of Blake Manor
There’s no confirmed release date yet, but The Séance of Blake Manor is now available to wishlist on Steam. Stay tuned for more details from Raw Fury and Spooky Doorway in the coming months.
