The Council — patch notes and updates
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| Episode 1 is now free to play! | 2020-03-25 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/915792147220495976/2FF8567723A8D1C123CFAB274E2B3833B147C742/ Hi everyone, The Council’s first episode is now free to play for all players on all platforms! The narrative adventure game, which redefined the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, can also be purchased as a Complete Season for players looking to continue the captivating story further. In The Council – Episode 1: The Mad Ones, you set off on your journey with Louis de Richet on Lord Mortimer’s private island, in an attempt discover the fate of your missing mother before it’s too late. Joining you are several high-pr |
| The Council - Full Season Out Now! | 2018-12-04 | https://i.imgur.com/3C1rSmU.gif Play the full season of The Council now! The Complete Season including the final episode, Checkmate, is now released. Take the last steps on Louis’ path – and decide the fate of the world. The Complete Season and fifth episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, releases today! The Full Season Launch Trailer is the perfect occasion to look back at the strongest moments that punctuated the full season, and everything you’ve been through since the first episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqUO7t2yUj0 The Council has already e |
| Devblog - RPG meets Narrative Adventure | 2018-11-29 | https://i.imgur.com/PwDCJAi.gif We welcome you again to Lord Mortimer’s island. Please, help yourself to some wine. Today, the topic of discussion is the RPG systems of The Council, and how they complement the narrative adventure genre. The Council is a game of consequences - you decide who to help or hinder, which path to follow and how to survive on the island. This is not as simple as binary decisions at key moments in the story. Louis de Richet’s capabilities are entirely at your discretion, and how you use them will shape the story as much as anything else. The first major decision in this area is your class. Early in the story you’ll be |
| Devblog - Confrontations | 2018-11-27 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918045226339079273/4C8A1B11F0784571B6C7091DDE630C34C33200EC/ Welcome, all, to Lord Mortimer's island. Please join us in the small salon for a little more information on The Council, and how one of the key mechanics in the game will work - the Confrontation System. The Confrontation System in The Council is one of the ways that we uniquely twist the narrative adventure game, and is instrumental in deciding how your story will play out. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/072f30ca6604a3ca5e57eec4121d138e4cd4fe09.jpg In narrative games, the vast majority of your |
| Devblog - Choices | 2018-11-23 | https://i.imgur.com/PwDCJAi.gif Hello, and welcome once again, to Lord Mortimer’s island. Today, we will be taking lunch in the Red Salon, and discussing Choice in The Council, and how your decisions will live with you for the entirety of the game. The world of 1793 is a dangerous one, an aristocratic island filled with world leaders and powerful aristocrats. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/9f93acf5fadb0921ceba4def5bfa58688d2f226f.jpg In your investigations, conversations and confrontations in The Council, you’ll most likely have to take charge and make choices about how best to proceed. Will you re |
| Fifth Episode: Checkmate Releases December 4 | 2018-11-22 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918045226339079273/4C8A1B11F0784571B6C7091DDE630C34C33200EC/ The Council’s Complete Season and Episode 5: Checkmate downloadable December 4 on all platforms! Louis de Richet must take the final steps on deciding his path – and the fate of the world Complete Season and fifth episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, release December 4 on PS4, Xbox One & PC digital stores. See two exclusive new screenshots of episode 5 and look back at the key moments that punctuated the whole season! https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/ |
| Hotfix 03/10/2018 | 2018-10-03 | https://i.imgur.com/vk4zB0l.gif Dear all, It’s been one week since the release of The Council - Episode 4: Burning Bridges. We would like to thank you, at first, for all your support and feedback. Today, we’re launching a hotfix which addresses some issues that you’ve raised to us since the release. You can find below the details. Hotfix content: The balcony door in Elizabeth Adam’s room is now inaccessible. Players will no longer be stuck.This fix is not retroactive, and if you have had it occur, you will need to restart the episode. Characters will no longer be resurrect by a bug. Players that were previously unable to generate save files a |
| The Council - Episode 4: Burning Bridges now available | 2018-09-25 | https://i.imgur.com/IEozn8Q.gif Louis de Richet is thrown ever deeper into the web of intrigue… Complete Season and Season Pass holders can play today, full release on September 27. The fourth episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, releases today for all Complete Season and Season Pass owners. Episode 4: Burning Bridges sees allegiances explained, rivalries come to a head, and the ghosts of the past begin to catch up to the inhabitants of the island. Your decisions will haunt you as you decide the fate of Louis, Mortimer, and the world itself. https://www |
| Episode 4: Burning Bridges Releases September 25 | 2018-09-18 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/f6b5c1215b2160b5d605b2cb155aa280f2618ab7.jpg The Council’s fourth episode, Burning Bridges, releases September 25 Louis de Richet is thrown ever deeper into the web of intrigue… The fourth episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, releases September 25. Discover the first screenshots of this new episode! https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/2e572aa9e19df715141a8b643bee435dfa5a7fa7.jpg Episode 4: Burning Bridges sees allegiances explained, rivalr |
| The Council Episode Three: Ripples Releases Today | 2018-07-24 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/914f517ec78d3812834e65125986dc860280689e.jpg The third episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, releases today! Episode 3: Ripples continues the story of Louis de Richet as plots are laid bare, characters reach their breaking points, and an unexpected, terrifying truth is uncovered. It will take all of Louis’ influence to prevent the situation from getting out of hand. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/f3de1720a83bbf7208f0d3ce0dc61d76e665ff3 |
| The Council's third episode Release Date | 2018-07-13 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32219564/c3152fafbdc942cd95a124a185a0370c5de0f5de.jpg The third episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game redefining the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, releases July 24. Discover the first screenshots of this new episode! Episode 3: Ripples continues the story of Louis de Richet as plots are laid bare, characters reach their breaking point, and an unexpected, terrifying truth is uncovered. It will take all of Louis’ influence to prevent the situation from growing out of hand. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/c |
| The Council: Episode 2 - Hide and Seek - Launch Trailer | 2018-05-15 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918045226339079273/4C8A1B11F0784571B6C7091DDE630C34C33200EC/ The second episode of The Council, the narrative adventure game that redefines the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, is available to play today for Complete Season owners. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZRSiOVN7fQ The first episode has already seduced players and journalists alike with a deep and captivating story celebrated for its intricate characters and smart writing. The innovative narrative-driven gameplay takes the genre beyond its boundaries and allows for meaningful choices with impactful consequences. |
| The Council: Episode 2 Releases May 15th! | 2018-05-07 | https://i.imgur.com/e2Vhbo6.jpg Episode two of The Council, a narrative adventure game that redefines the genre with RPG mechanics and consequences for every choice, will release on May 15th. Hide and Seek continues the story of Louis de Richet as he deals with the dramatic results of his actions in episode one, released to press and player acclaim earlier this year. He must continue his investigation into the disappearance of his mother, Sarah, while dealing with the newly-arrived Spanish head of state, the finally-revealed Lord Mortimer, and the quickly-forming factions on the island. In the first screenshots for episode two, get a glimpse |
| Accolades Trailer | 2018-03-16 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918045226339079273/4C8A1B11F0784571B6C7091DDE630C34C33200EC/ With The Council, studio Big Bad Wolf had the ambition to offer something new, something fresh to the Narrative Adventure genre. Released March 13, the first episode of this new twist on the genre seems to have succeeded, receiving a warm welcome from press and players across the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8DCLyFEeXU Today, we are happy to unveil the game's Accolade Trailer, a video featuring the elements that seduced both journalists and players: a deep and captivating story, featuring intricate characters and smart writing, |
| Accolades Trailer | 2018-03-16 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918045226339079273/4C8A1B11F0784571B6C7091DDE630C34C33200EC/ With The Council, studio Big Bad Wolf had the ambition to offer something new, something fresh to the Narrative Adventure genre. Released March 13, the first episode of this new twist on the genre seems to have succeeded, receiving a warm welcome from press and players across the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8DCLyFEeXU Today, we are happy to unveil the game's Accolade Trailer, a video featuring the elements that seduced both journalists and players: a deep and captivating story, featuring intricate characters and smart writing, |
| The Council: Episode 1 is out! | 2018-03-13 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918044892552653346/E8F872B164597C0F7B478E70DA7530A0741E3CEC/ The first episode of The Council is now available! The complete season includes a total of 5 episodes. Let's celebrate with today’s Launch Trailer! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkVFsU0pDgg The Council is an episodic game like no other, that delivers a fresh new take on the genre, where your choices and also you character growth truly matter. Make hard-hitting decisions, develop an array of skills and directly impact how the story unfolds. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back… In The Council – Episode 1: the |
| The Council: Episode 1 is out! | 2018-03-13 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918044892552653346/E8F872B164597C0F7B478E70DA7530A0741E3CEC/ The first episode of The Council is now available! The complete season includes a total of 5 episodes. Let's celebrate with today’s Launch Trailer! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkVFsU0pDgg The Council is an episodic game like no other, that delivers a fresh new take on the genre, where your choices and also you character growth truly matter. Make hard-hitting decisions, develop an array of skills and directly impact how the story unfolds. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back… In The Council – Episode 1: the |
| Rethinking Narrative Adventure | 2018-03-07 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918044432986308153/9398C8BCF78377E454A439F9F4443B8FADB443D0/ Our narrative Adventure game The Council is set for the release of its first episode, The Mad Ones, on March 13. Get an insight into our reimagining of the narrative-adventure in the video "Rethinking Narrative Adventure", where we explain how we innovated on the genre, twisting the classic formula with original mechanics, and our ambition of giving true weight to each and every one of the players’ decisions throughout the game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEldooNZyx8 Begin your journey with Louis de Richet on Lord Mortimer’s private i |
| Rethinking Narrative Adventure | 2018-03-07 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/918044432986308153/9398C8BCF78377E454A439F9F4443B8FADB443D0/ Our narrative Adventure game The Council is set for the release of its first episode, The Mad Ones, on March 13. Get an insight into our reimagining of the narrative-adventure in the video "Rethinking Narrative Adventure", where we explain how we innovated on the genre, twisting the classic formula with original mechanics, and our ambition of giving true weight to each and every one of the players’ decisions throughout the game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEldooNZyx8 Begin your journey with Louis de Richet on Lord Mortimer’s private i |
| The Council Episode 1 releases March 13th! | 2018-03-01 | https://steamusercontent-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/915792147220495976/2FF8567723A8D1C123CFAB274E2B3833B147C742/ We’re happy to announce The Council, an episodic game like no other, developed by French indie studio Big Bad Wolf – discover its Teaser Trailer. The game delivers a fresh new take on the Narrative Adventure, where your choices and character growth truly matter. Make hard-hitting decisions, develop an array of skills and directly impact how the story unfolds. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, living with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets. Trust no one wh |