Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 3581660 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 1 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $0.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $0.99 |
| Current price USD | $0.99 |
| Release date | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Developer | Riven Elow |
| Publisher | Alex Vuorenmaan |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | 4 user reviews |
| Positive review percent | 75% |
| Positive reviews | 3 |
| Negative reviews | 1 |
| Total reviews | 4 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 74 |
| Average playtime forever | 96 minutes |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3581660/ |
Short description
A dark fantasy interactive book — a personal, choice-driven story born from depression, built entirely from words.
About this game
A knight who falls for his enemy. A mage ready to burn herself for others. A drifter who can't stop running. 12 endings, 7 love stories, and choices that leave permanent marks — romance that heals one character can destroy another. One playthrough won't be enough. Black Equation is a dark fantasy interactive book — a rich, text-based narrative experience where every word matters, and every silence has meaning. About the Story In the medieval kingdom of Highgard, the greatest threat is neither beasts nor ancient curses, but the crown itself. A king consumed by contempt for his realm dares to defy fate, challenge the gods, and sacrifice everything he holds dear. His goal is not salvation, but erasure — to dismantle Highgard and seize the neighboring throne of Valtoria. As magic spreads like a slow poison and political intrigue tightens its grip, three lives become bound to the coming collapse: Yinyue — an impulsive young mage whose fierce compassion often outweighs caution, willing to burn herself to protect others. William — a restless soul avoiding responsibility, torn between desire and duty, drifting until choice becomes unavoidable. Charles — a loyal knight divided between honor and truth, quietly searching for devotion in a world hostile to honesty. Love, loyalty, betrayal, and forbidden bonds intertwine. When destruction looms, one question remains: can Highgard's fall truly be stopped — or only survived? Gameplay & Features Choice-Driven Dark Fantasy: A deeply atmospheric narrative exploring psychological depth, political ruin, and forbidden loyalties. 12 Distinct Endings: True branching narrative paths where decisions have real consequences across multiple full playthroughs. 7 Complex Romances: Natural character relationships and LGBTQ+ storylines woven organically into the overarching plot. Pure Text Immersion: Designed for focused reading with rich prose, atmospheric ambient audio, and evocative imagery. Reading Accessibility: Customizable text styling and Dark/Light modes for a comfortable reading experience across all devices. If you appreciate interactive fiction, branching narratives, and stories shaped by genuine emotional depth, welcome…
Supported languages
English