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About Penumbra: Black Plague
Surrounded by enemies and assaulted by terror from all sides, Philip must collect clues and solve vexing puzzles while combating the gnawing psychological terrors that assail his mind and threaten to strip him of his sanity.
Release Date
Feb 12, 2008
Developer
Frictional Games
Publisher
Paradox Interactive
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Penumbra: Black Plague FAQ & buying guide

Is Penumbra: Black Plague worth buying?

Steam
93.86% positive
'Very Positive', 2,930 reviews
Metacritic
78
Critics (IGDB)
80/100
2 critics

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What is Penumbra: Black Plague about?

Trapped in a shadowy, underground complex, intrepid explorer Philip is determined to discover the truth behind his father's disappearance. Surrounded by enemies and assaulted by terror from all sides, Philip must collect clues and solve vexing puzzles while combating the gnawing psychological terrors that assail his mind and threaten to strip him of his sanity. Can Philip master his fear and finally uncover the truth behind a mystery that has haunted him for a lifetime? Only you can decide...

HorrorAdventureFirst-PersonPsychological HorrorStealthAtmosphericStory RichSingleplayer

Game modes: Single player

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What is the cheapest place to buy Penumbra: Black Plague?

Right now the lowest price for Penumbra: Black Plague we're tracking is $9.99 at Steam. We compare 1 store and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Penumbra: Black Plague has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Penumbra: Black Plague is $2.49 at Steam on April 20, 2026. The current best price is about 301% above that low.

Is Penumbra: Black Plague worth buying?

94% of 2,930 Steam user reviews for Penumbra: Black Plague are positive ("Very Positive"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 78.

When was Penumbra: Black Plague released?

Penumbra: Black Plague released on February 12, 2008, developed by Frictional Games and published by Paradox Interactive.

What platforms is Penumbra: Black Plague available on?

Penumbra: Black Plague is available on Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. It supports single player.

When do Penumbra: Black Plague prices drop?

Penumbra: Black Plague last hit a new low of $2.49 on April 20, 2026 at Steam. Current best price is $9.99. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Penumbra: Black Plague?

The cheapest Penumbra: Black Plague price right now is $9.99 at Steam.

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All-time low: $2.49 at Steam on Apr 20, 2026 — the current best price is 301% above it.

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