// Blacksad: Under the Skin(2019)

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About Blacksad: Under the Skin

BLACKSAD: Under the Skin - A dark corruption scandal in the heart of the New York City's underworld for charismatic detective John Blacksad! Based on the noir comic series by the same name. The game features a noir detective story about a PI by the name of Blacksad that gets dragged into the case of a murdered boxing club. The game feature an interactive system much reminiscent of Grim Fandango where you have direct control of the character and only things that catch his gaze is interactable.

Release Date

Nov 5, 2019

Developers

Ys Interactive

Publishers

Microids

Blacksad: Under the Skin FAQ & buying guide

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Is Blacksad: Under the Skin worth buying?

Steam

84.41% positive

'Very Positive', 5,960 reviews

Critics (IGDB)

66/100

4 critics

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What is Blacksad: Under the Skin about?

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.

AdventureDetectiveChoices MatterStory RichNoirCrimeMultiple EndingsSingleplayer

Game modes: Single player

Quick answers

What is the cheapest place to buy Blacksad: Under the Skin?

Right now the lowest price for Blacksad: Under the Skin we're tracking is $1.51 at Kinguin — 62% below Steam's $3.99. We compare 3 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Blacksad: Under the Skin has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Blacksad: Under the Skin is $0.88 at Kinguin on July 1, 2026. The current best price is about 72% above that low.

Is Blacksad: Under the Skin worth buying?

84% of 5,960 Steam user reviews for Blacksad: Under the Skin are positive ("Very Positive").

When was Blacksad: Under the Skin released?

Blacksad: Under the Skin released on November 5, 2019, developed by Ys Interactive, Pendulo Studios and published by Microids, Maximum Games.

What platforms is Blacksad: Under the Skin available on?

Blacksad: Under the Skin is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch. It supports single player.

When do Blacksad: Under the Skin prices drop?

Blacksad: Under the Skin last hit a new low of $0.88 on July 1, 2026 at Kinguin. Current best price is $1.51. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Blacksad: Under the Skin?

The cheapest Blacksad: Under the Skin price right now is $1.51 at Kinguin, 62% below the Steam price.

Blacksad: Under the Skin price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
KinguinBest price	Steam · Europe	—	$1.51	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Kinguin
Steam	Steam	-80%	$3.99	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Steam
Green Man Gaming	Steam · North America	—	$19.99	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Green Man Gaming

All-time low: $0.88 at Kinguin on Jul 1, 2026 — the current best price is 72% above it.

Prices in USD, refreshed every few minutes. Switch currency on this page for EUR/GBP/BRL and more.

Blacksad: Under the Skin FAQ & buying guide

What games are like Blacksad: Under the Skin?

The Case of the Golden Idol

Point-and-click

Noir Chronicles: City of Crime

Puzzle

Dahlia View

Puzzle

Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments

Is Blacksad: Under the Skin worth buying?

Steam

84.41% positive

'Very Positive', 5,960 reviews

Critics (IGDB)

66/100

4 critics

Be the first to review Blacksad: Under the Skin

What is Blacksad: Under the Skin about?

AdventureDetectiveChoices MatterStory RichNoirCrimeMultiple EndingsSingleplayer

Game modes: Single player

Quick answers

What is the cheapest place to buy Blacksad: Under the Skin?

Right now the lowest price for Blacksad: Under the Skin we're tracking is $1.51 at Kinguin — 62% below Steam's $3.99. We compare 3 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Blacksad: Under the Skin has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Blacksad: Under the Skin is $0.88 at Kinguin on July 1, 2026. The current best price is about 72% above that low.

Is Blacksad: Under the Skin worth buying?

84% of 5,960 Steam user reviews for Blacksad: Under the Skin are positive ("Very Positive").

When was Blacksad: Under the Skin released?

Blacksad: Under the Skin released on November 5, 2019, developed by Ys Interactive, Pendulo Studios and published by Microids, Maximum Games.

What platforms is Blacksad: Under the Skin available on?

Blacksad: Under the Skin is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch. It supports single player.

When do Blacksad: Under the Skin prices drop?

Where's the cheapest place to buy Blacksad: Under the Skin?

The cheapest Blacksad: Under the Skin price right now is $1.51 at Kinguin, 62% below the Steam price.

Blacksad: Under the Skin price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
KinguinBest price	Steam · Europe	—	$1.51	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Kinguin
Steam	Steam	-80%	$3.99	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Steam
Green Man Gaming	Steam · North America	—	$19.99	Buy Blacksad: Under the Skin at Green Man Gaming

All-time low: $0.88 at Kinguin on Jul 1, 2026 — the current best price is 72% above it.

Prices in USD, refreshed every few minutes. Switch currency on this page for EUR/GBP/BRL and more.