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The Czar is Dead

The Czar is Dead is a visual novel in the setting of the Russian Empire. Help the last russian emperor save his soul, life and country.

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Developer
Машина Радость
Publisher
Grable Team
Release
March 7, 2024
2 years and 148 days ago
Steam Reviews
Very Positive112 reviews91.1%

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About the Game

The game describes the events of an alternative history.
What would have happened if Great Russia had won the First World War?

The game has 7 endings depending on the player's decisions.

Approximate reading time for the entire novel is 3 hours.

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