Louis de Richet had his world turned upside down in Episode 4, and now he must take the final steps on deciding his path – and the fate of the world. This finale brings all your decisions, mistakes, and victories to the fore as Louis’ alliances, enemies, and family all come together for a climatic confrontation.

Checkmate is the fifth and final episode of The Council’s inaugural season. The Complete Season of The Council grants access to all 5 episodes. 
 
As his assumptions about reality come crashing down around him, Louis de Richet must take the final steps on deciding his path – and the fate of the world. Democracies, monarchies, and the future of nations hang in the balance. 
 
This finale brings all your decisions, mistakes, and victories to the fore as Louis’ alliances, enemies, and family all come together for a climatic confrontation. Who will win, and can the De Richets survive the island in the end? 
 
Finish the adventure in The Council Episode 5: Checkmate as kings fall, pawns rise, and the choice, as always, is yours.

The Council - Episode 5: Checkmate

The stakes continue to grow, and Louis must decide where he stands. He also has the chance to finally find his long-missing mother – but this may not be the happy reunion he wishes for.

Ripples is the third episode of The Council’s 5-episode season. The Complete Season of The Council grants access to all 5 episodes. 
 
Louis de Richet continues his investigations and adventures on Lord Mortimer’s island, where he seeks his mother. After endless intrigue, Mortimer is finally starting to unveil his ultimate plan… 
 
The stakes continue to grow in this third episode, and Louis must decide where he stands. Many guests are growing desperate, and it will take all of Louis’ influence to prevent the situation from growing out of hand. Louis will also have the chance to finally come face-to-face with his mother – but this may not be the family reunion he wishes for. 
 
Continue your adventure in The Council Episode 3: Ripples, where plots are laid bare, characters reach their breaking points, and an unexpected, terrifying truth is uncovered.

The Council - Episode 3: Ripples

Louis’ investigation is interrupted by tragic events and now he must answer to the enigmatic Lord Mortimer. Meanwhile the Spanish head of state arrives on the island and brings news that threatens the stability of all of Europe - Louis must pick a side as factions begin to form.

Hide and Seek is the second episode of The Council’s 5-episode season. The Complete Season of The Council grants you access to all 5 episodes. 
 
Louis de Richet is on Lord Mortimer’s island where he is still in search of his mother. Here he has met a collection of the most influential people alive, invited to help reshape the world. 
 
His investigation is interrupted by tragic events on the second night in the mansion, meaning Louis must answer to the enigmatic Lord Mortimer. Meanwhile the Spanish head of state joins the guests and brings news that threatens the stability of all of Europe - Louis must pick a side as factions begin to form. 
 
Continue your adventure, find your mother and live with the consequences of your choices in The Council Episode 2: Hide and Seek.

The Council - Episode 2: Hide and Seek

Experience a Narrative Adventure where your choices and character growth truly matter. As a member of a 1793 secret society, live a tale of intrigue and manipulation on the hunt for your missing mother.

<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/287630/extras/e342f03df9f94b86ba3aeaac1b8a934f.avif?t=1728650217" width=616 height=176 /> The Complete Season of The Council grants you access to all 5 episodes. The Council is an episodic game like no other. Delivering a fresh new take on the Narrative Adventure, your choices and character growth truly matter. Make hard-hitting decisions, but also develop an array of skills to directly impact how the story unfolds. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, living with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets. Trust no one while uncovering dire truths – no matter the cost to mind and body. <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/287630/extras/9d3c1b2d528d56430e6b074c09bc8759.avif?t=1728650217" width=616 height=176 /> The Council begins in 1793, with players taking the role of secret society member Louis de Richet after his invitation to a private island off the shores of England by the enigmatic Lord Mortimer. Joining him are a number of high profile guests, including Napoleon Bonaparte and President of the newly-formed United States of America, George Washington. The strange nature of this private reception goes beyond just the prestigious guests –Richet’s own mother has recently gone missing on the island, while each and every one of the colorful cast seems to have their own hidden agendas. <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/287630/extras/25382fcf7e929ddb4497742deb8e2fb3.avif?t=1728650217" width=616 height=176 /> In a new twist for the genre, the core of The Council’s gameplay comes from manipulating and maneuvering through character encounters using the unique Social Influence system. During confrontations, skills and limited resources can be used to gain the upper hand and achieve the desired outcome. Players will be rewarded for their knowledge of each character’s psychological vulnerabilities and immunities, as well as their preparations made during prior exploration and investigation. Failing an encounter does not mean ‘game over’, and no action can be taken back. The consequences are permanent, and may result in persistent physical disfigurements or mental traits that help or hinder the rest of the player’s adventure. <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/287630/extras/8ab4c391836431560c5c51140c5bfff7.avif?t=1728650217" width=616 height=176 /> Richet’s numerous skills can be developed to align with your chosen approach to the adventure. Solve issues with diplomacy, delve into occultism to expand your historical and scientific knowledge, or play detective and see what others do not perceive. Your skills will have uses that extend far beyond your conversations with fellow guests. With 15 diverse skills to use and invest in, players are free to uncover The Council’s mysteries how they see fit, with wildly varying consequences depending on their methods. The results will forever alter the life of Louis de Richet, of those around him, and shape history as we know it.