The Blackout is an adult visual novel with point-and-click adventure elements, built in Ren'Py by AfterLust. You play a young student who wakes after collapsing on the street and tries to learn why strange things are happening around your life. The game presents animated 3DCG scenes and a mystery-driven story that asks you to investigate events that may lead to a larger adventure. It includes harem and milf themes.
Development is ongoing. Version v0.5.2 was released on February 23, 2024 for Windows, Linux, and Mac, in English and uncensored. The update mainly rewrites code and optimizes the four existing episodes, with platform improvements and a new Eva scene in sandbox mode. The creator notes no major new content, since work is focused on the next episode and the final episode of the season, while the beta mobile version also received improvements.
Developer's description
In "The Blackout", you play as a young student in the grip of strange events. After suddenly passing out in the street for a yet-unknown reason, you try to understand what had happened to you without imagining a single moment that you're only on the verge of a great adventure! Will you manage to solve all the mysteries revolving around your life?
v0.5.2
As promised, here's the first update in a series aimed at enhancing and updating certain aspects of the game to better welcome the final episode of this season.
This update focuses solely on rewriting some code and optimizing the existing four episodes in the game, as well as implementing new optimizations across different platforms.
While a scene with Eva has been added, available in sandbox mode, please note that there's no major new content in this update. My focus and resources for The Blackout are directed towards the next episode and what comes after.
The mobile version, still in beta, has also seen some improvements. If you're a mobile player, feel free to share your feedback and suggestions for future updates.
I've taken great care to try not to break previous saves, but if you encounter a bug, please let me know on Discord in the dedicated channel.
v0.5.1
(Public)
v0.5.0
(Public)
v0.4.0
(Public)
v0.3.5
(Public)
v0.3
Episode 2
New Content:
-~320 new renders
-~15 new animations
-New locations
-New characters
-4 new songs and 8 new sound effects
-New bonus content
-New extra content
-Proofreading of parts I and II (Thanks to TittyMaster)
-French translation
New Features:
-Adding a text message system
-Added camera movement on some renders
-Added a new mini-game
Improvements:
Improvement of most of the dialogues
-Performance optimization especially during animations.
-Game size optimization
-Added a main menu button when the game is paused
-Remake of the hint system for the computer password of the mc
-Emily's face improved, more natural and realistic
-Some improvements of Ashley and Lana's body
-And other minor improvements...
Bug Fixes:
-Fixed a bug where a black screen appeared during some animations in part I
-Fixed a bug where the puzzle didn't disappear after finding the computer password.
-Fixed a bug when the extra section was selected in-game.
-Fixed a bug where the music was not playing in some scenes
-And other minor bugs...
v0.2
Initial version
Episode 1
Player reviews
Player rating3.5 / 5 · 20 ratings
Written reviews20 · avg 3.4★
Positive (4–5★)50%
Latest review2025-02-02
What players say
Mixed reception: strong visuals and renders, but many criticize weak writing, pointless sandbox, and slow updates.
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Players like
High-quality character renders and visual presentation
Animated sex scenes and character movement
Attractive female characters
Story has intriguing mystery and potential
Common complaints
Weak, cliche, and often boring writing
Sandbox mode is pointless and fragmented
Slow updates and limited current content
Best for players who prioritize attractive renders and animated scenes over strong story.
Summarised from 20 written player reviews.
Skullivan2025-02-02★★★★★
Review for v0.5.2 Game is currently abandoned. Good. How Long To Beat: 3+ hours, depending on reading speed. The character models are excellent. I think the character designs are solid. Sex scenes are animated (but lack sound design). UI is…
RandyPhoenix2024-12-03★★★★★
PROS + Visual/Texture quality looks good. + Sex scenes have animations, and they are decent. CONS - First of all the game story is simulation, and MC not knowing it is quite disappointing, and makes you feel like you are…
zeromike2024-04-11★★★★★
meh, nice art but the long drawn out lesbo setup made me lose interest pretty much in the beginning. I usually dump games that show LIs fucking other people before the MC. It's always cuck city when the MC is…