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Vampire: The Masquerade – Parliament of Knives
By Choice of Games, released 1 Jan 2021
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
What it is
Vampire: The Masquerade – Parliament of Knives is a text-based interactive horror novel by Choice of Games, released in 2021 for Windows, macOS and Linux. Set in Ottawa’s vampire court, it begins after the city’s Prince disappears. Eden Corliss, the protagonist’s sire and the Prince’s second-in-command, asks them to investigate; the player can defend her or side with her rivals and pursue power. The court is divided by old clan tensions, while authorities are alert to Anarchs exposing their vampire nature. Players gather evidence and make choices that shape the story, where a mistaken judgment or careless word can carry deadly consequences. The novel is described as 600,000 words and uses no graphics or sound effects. Steam lists single-player, achievements, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. It is categorized as Adventure, Casual, Indie and RPG.
What players like, and what they don't
- Choices control the story
- Investigate a missing Prince in Ottawa
- Gather evidence about suspects
- Available for Windows, macOS and Linux
- Entirely text-based, with no graphics
- No sound effects
Who it suits
It suits readers looking for vampire politics and a choice-led horror story presented entirely through text. The investigation and competing loyalties may appeal to players who want decisions to steer the narrative.
Parliament of Knives focuses on a missing leader, shifting loyalties and the consequences of political choices. Its text-only format keeps the experience centered on reading and directing the story.
