When it comes to innocence, it’s far from being a thought when medieval France comes to mind, but this game captures its essence in the bond between two siblings who grew up apart. A Plague Tale: Innocence takes you to the deepest and darkest parts of medieval France, where humanity faced one of its greatest crises. The story is wrapped around this phenomenon, but it’s not the only factory that drives it forward.

Early on, you learn that you have to take care of your little brother, who was locked in a castle and only now has the chance to free himself. This leads to him making mistakes and putting you both in danger, as his childish behavior is the cause of many of the problems you face. As you progress through the game, your bond grows stronger and you can connect with the story, which tries to show an older sister/younger brother dynamic that hasn’t changed much in the centuries that followed.

You play primarily as Amicia throughout the game, with your little brother by your side, hand in hand. You must navigate through some of the most haunted and rat infested places throughout France. With all of France against you, you must make the most of the lights and shadows to manipulate your path and maneuver certain aspects to your advantage. Never forget that light can be blinding, and darkness can be comforting.

The main plot of this game revolves around stealth and the game often feels relaxed, giving you a moment to think about your next moves. The game does its best to show both sides of the spectrum by telling a gripping story and highlighting the gruesome, morbid reality of the disease that claimed so many lives at the time.