The Call of Darkness
Ace_Games_ · 2025 · Choose Your Own Adventure, Adventure, Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel, Story Rich
PC
Positive88% · 16
Compare prices in Official Stores
Screenshots
About The Call of Darkness
The Call of Darkness is a story-driven adult visual novel set in a distant sci-fi future, where you play a war veteran on the brink of a new chapter. The embers of a devastating conflict that nearly split humanity are still warm, and as the newly minted Captain of a sensual, motley crew, you’re ready for a more laid-back adventure.But a prayer whispered in those dark days of war has stirred something Ancient — a hunger from beyond the Darkness, reaching and creeping into your dreams. It has plans for you, and it doesn’t take no for an answer. Its messenger, born from your deepest desires, is both gifted and a guide—but she needs your help before you can face the horrors to come together. Survival may exact a price that may shatter your very soul—as your past collides with a future far beyond what you imagined, and every victory demands a sacrifice.A Dream Given LifeThe nameable envoy from your new patron, given life from longings deep within your own heart and mind.
Devoted and intimately familiar with your innermost thoughts, her innocence conceals a darker side—one easily overlooked, but not to be ignored.Welcome to the Antares! She is a decommissioned Earth Gov destroyer, now in private service—and your new berth as her Captain. You have just been assigned to her by H.P. Industries and have yet to meet your rambunctious crew.These are only some of the major characters you get to know, but several more will join you just in the first Arc.Pella
The one you left behind when you were drafted to fight for Earth in the Mars Rebellion.Fiery, passionate, and tenacious—you thought letting her go was the noble choice to protect her,
but the past has a way of catching up.
Features
Devoted and intimately familiar with your innermost thoughts, her innocence conceals a darker side—one easily overlooked, but not to be ignored.Welcome to the Antares! She is a decommissioned Earth Gov destroyer, now in private service—and your new berth as her Captain. You have just been assigned to her by H.P. Industries and have yet to meet your rambunctious crew.These are only some of the major characters you get to know, but several more will join you just in the first Arc.Pella
The one you left behind when you were drafted to fight for Earth in the Mars Rebellion.Fiery, passionate, and tenacious—you thought letting her go was the noble choice to protect her,
but the past has a way of catching up.
Features
- Name adjustable Male protagonist navigating cosmic horror and romance (with the optional free DLC).
- Deep narrative choices affecting story and relationships that will lead to diverging paths in the arcs to come.
- A rich Sci-fi setting fused with Lovecraftian mythos, featuring monsters, psychological horror, and fantasy elements.
- Sensual, and emotional storytelling infused with satire, humor, and drama.
- A unique companion born from dreams, blending mystery, devotion, intimacy, and a temper that may come with a dark side.
- A diverse, predominantly feminine cast to come to know and love.
- Optional Free Adult Content DLC to unlock the romance options.
- The First of Three planned Arcs.
- Full Complement of Music and Sounds to immerse you in the adventure.
DLC & expansions
🎁 Complete the collection
Base game + 0 of 1 DLC at today's best prices (some DLC unpriced).
$13.69
to own everything
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
The Call of Darkness is one of those adult visual novels that immediately stands out because it actually has personality. The sci-fi setting, the Lovecraftian undertones, the darker atmosphere, and the branching story give it a lot more identity than the average NSFW release. It is built around a war veteran turned starship captain dealing with mystery, romance, and cosmic horror, and that mix works surprisingly well. What I liked most is that the cast feels genuinely varied. The characters are not just there to fill routes or scenes. They feel different from each other, interesting in their own ways, and that makes the whole experience much more fun. For me, that is one of the game’s biggest strengths. It keeps things engaging because you actually want to see more of these people instead of feeling like you are reading slightly altered versions of the same character again and again. My main criticism is that it feels too short for how much potential it has. I had a really good time with it, but it ended so quickly that it almost feels like this should have launched as Early Access instead of dropping a full season this fast while still being this compact. The foundation is clearl…4 found this helpful
so far the story is great and the animations are a great addition. hope to see more from this dev.3 found this helpful
Very enjoyable story with a cast of very varied and engaging characters. I look forward to arc 2. This is my opinion only,2 found this helpful
Enjoyed the game, story and Cast, Thanks!2 found this helpful
Excellent story, love the play through and cant wait for the update1 found this helpful
Not enough content for the price.
Community reviews
—
0 reviews
Sign in to write a review.
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this game.
