Shadows of the Cursed Estate: Unraveling the Occult Card Mystery

Zachary Kandell / 14 Apr 2025

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Discover a new experience in a narrative occult card RPG that brings a mix of dark storytelling and strategic gameplay to life. An engaging world awaits those daring enough to step into a mystery steeped in gothic horror.

This unique card game from an independent developer will be available on a popular digital distribution platform on May 1. The announcement was made alongside a fresh trailer during a themed event celebrating cosmic horror and eerie legends.

Players are invited to explore a mysteriously deserted mansion, once home to a prestigious family known to have vanished under strange circumstances. The mystery deepens with whispers of secret pacts with shadowy forces and enigmatic beings.

As you delve into the abandoned manor, you will manage a group of investigators skilled in the occult. The team consists of several distinct characters including:

  • Vitali – The Scholar
  • Astor – The Mechanist
  • Atticus – The Enforcer
  • Caligar – The Plague Doctor

These characters will face eerie challenges and unexpected encounters with entities from beyond as they uncover the mansion’s dark history.

The gameplay draws its inspiration from the time-honored mechanics of traditional board games, enhanced by touch-based controls and beautifully crafted card artwork. As the narrative unfolds, the secrets that lie behind the grim façade of the mansion gradually come to light.

Notable aspects of this adventure include:

  • An immersive exploration of a nightmarish environment set against a Victorian backdrop reminiscent of renowned gothic storytellers.
  • The opportunity to learn and harness the dark arts by combining characters, objects, and locations to create mysterious tools, potions, and rituals.
  • The strategic management of a diverse team from elite circles, each bringing their own unique perspectives and abilities.
  • An engaging series of challenges that unlock further secrets such as new areas, items, and characters.

A demo featuring the initial chapter is available for an early taste of the unfolding mystery. Prepare to venture into a realm where every step may lead to a deeper descent into the unknown.