Able Black
About
Able Black is an immersive story experience that uses images and sound to guide you through a series of puzzles.
Story:
Able is a lonely android struggling with his Citizenship Exam, a test he must pass if he doesn’t want to be shut down. Follow Able as he searches for purpose and a way out of isolation. Discover the secrets of Ark 19, an underground habitat designed to save humanity from disaster. Find out why Able has been left alone in the ark. Uncover what’s hidden there. Take the Citizenship Exam and discover who Able Black really is.
Gameplay:
Navigate through five chapters of story text and experience the Citizenship Exam as Able does. After each chapter you’ll be faced with a series of questions that put you in the shoes of Able Black. Answer poetic riddles that echo the theme of each chapter. Solve cryptic puzzles to unlock Able’s story.
Able Black is part story, part game, and full of secrets.
***This game includes a large amount of text and story content as well as logic puzzles. The story and puzzles take about 2 to 3 hours to complete without hints.***
User Reviews:
“So beautiful and well made — cannot wait to see more from this developer."
“I never thought a story could be so much fun. Great puzzles that pull you into the story. Well done, look forward to a sequel."
“Just wow…"
“This is like nothing I’ve ever played. Cool."
"This is possibly the best mobile game I've ever played. The story scenes are well written with beautiful ambient noises and music, as well as pretty colorful designs that contrast with the black background and white text… All in all, this is a beautiful and thought provoking game with challenging puzzles and an interesting story. I would love to see more of these in the future."
*Able Black is currently being updated for PC. The game originally launched on iOS and was featured in Best New Games in App Store where it currently holds a 5 star rating.
Story:
Able is a lonely android struggling with his Citizenship Exam, a test he must pass if he doesn’t want to be shut down. Follow Able as he searches for purpose and a way out of isolation. Discover the secrets of Ark 19, an underground habitat designed to save humanity from disaster. Find out why Able has been left alone in the ark. Uncover what’s hidden there. Take the Citizenship Exam and discover who Able Black really is.
Gameplay:
Navigate through five chapters of story text and experience the Citizenship Exam as Able does. After each chapter you’ll be faced with a series of questions that put you in the shoes of Able Black. Answer poetic riddles that echo the theme of each chapter. Solve cryptic puzzles to unlock Able’s story.
Able Black is part story, part game, and full of secrets.
***This game includes a large amount of text and story content as well as logic puzzles. The story and puzzles take about 2 to 3 hours to complete without hints.***
User Reviews:
“So beautiful and well made — cannot wait to see more from this developer."
“I never thought a story could be so much fun. Great puzzles that pull you into the story. Well done, look forward to a sequel."
“Just wow…"
“This is like nothing I’ve ever played. Cool."
"This is possibly the best mobile game I've ever played. The story scenes are well written with beautiful ambient noises and music, as well as pretty colorful designs that contrast with the black background and white text… All in all, this is a beautiful and thought provoking game with challenging puzzles and an interesting story. I would love to see more of these in the future."
*Able Black is currently being updated for PC. The game originally launched on iOS and was featured in Best New Games in App Store where it currently holds a 5 star rating.
System requirements for macOS
Minimum:
- OS: OS X v10.5 Leopard
- Processor: 2 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: Pixel Shader 2.0, 256 MB
- Storage: 300 MB available space
System requirements for PC
Minimum:
- OS: Windows XP
- Processor: 2 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: Pixel Shader 2.0, 256 MB
- Storage: 300 MB available space
System requirements for iOS
iPhone 3G S, iPhone 4, iPod Touch Fourth Gen, iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2, iPad 7 1, iPad 7 2, iPad 7 3, iPad 7 4, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 7 5, iPad 7 6, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone X R, iPad 8 1 2, iPad 8 3 4, iPad 8 5 6, iPad 8 7 8, iPad Mini 5, iPad Mini 5 Cellular, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Seventh Gen
Able Black reviews and comments
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Microsoft from Dutch
Microsoft from Dutch
Too bad its a bit short but i would like to see more of this kind of games
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Microsoft from Swedish
Microsoft from Swedish
A truly thoughtful game that leaves the player thinking... A good game worth 5 stars
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Microsoft from Danish
Microsoft from Danish
I never write reviews, but this game is just really amazing.
Thanks for the experience!
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Microsoft from French
Microsoft from French
Impressive and totally creative. Bravo to the creator, a little gem this game!
Thank you
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Microsoft from Dutch
Microsoft from Dutch
Very nice made. Especially liked the Tiny bugs walking around, or dus I drink to much? Well done Skot.
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Microsoft from French
Microsoft from French
Very good game, the puzzles are adequate and the story is gripping I recommend to those who have a good level in English
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Microsoft from Italian
Microsoft from Italian
A minimalistic game that with a great storyline and but few elements manages to absorb you.
Very impressive, Skot. My compliments.
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Microsoft from Spain
Microsoft from Spain
Unique game! I havent seen nothing like this ever. A new concept of game, which mix a complex history with puzzles. Really enjoyable!!
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Microsoft from Swedish
Microsoft from Swedish
It's a bit like those games where you "advice" the leading character by the choice between two options, but without the choosing-part. Love the puzzles too!
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Microsoft from French
Microsoft from French
Bravo!
It's a very engaging story and the puzzles are tough but achievable attention you have to be really Anglophone!
I'm in for a French translation;-)