Overview
The Book of Plagues plunges players into the grim reality of a medieval city ravaged by a devastating plague. Assuming the role of a plague doctor, you are the sole bulwark against the encroaching chaos. Navigate the desolate streets of Ludwig, a city on the brink of collapse, and hone your medical skills amidst an era of pestilence. The game challenges you to diagnose illnesses, administer treatments, and make difficult, often brutal, decisions that carry significant consequences. Beyond medical practice, you'll be tasked with enforcing quarantines, ordering the burning of infected homes, and managing public panic and rampant whispers.
Highlights
- Experience a unique blend of Medical Sim, Outbreak Sim, and Bullet Hell mechanics set in a Medieval period.
- Engage in an Idler and Visual Novel experience where player choices have a profound impact on the narrative and city's fate.
- Developed and published by DiaMMax Games, this title features Steam Achievements and is available in English, Russian, and Simplified Chinese.
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy challenging simulation experiences with a strong narrative component. Fans of historical settings, particularly the grim atmosphere of medieval plague eras, will find the theme compelling. Those who appreciate games that require strategic decision-making under pressure, alongside elements of idle gameplay and visual novel storytelling, should find The Book of Plagues particularly engaging.
Game Info
- Developer: DiaMMax Games
- Publisher: DiaMMax Games
- Release Date: January 17, 2026
- Genres: Medical Sim, Outbreak Sim, Bullet Hell, Idler, Visual Novel, Medieval
- Features: Multi-player, Steam Achievements
- Languages: English, Russian, Simplified Chinese
