# The Black Cat : Usher's Legacy — Short-form visual novel game

> Visual novel mystery thriller based on Edgar Allan Poe's horror stories. (iPhone/iPad app by Growing Seeds Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-black-cat-ushers-legacy/id6737543196 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Growing Seeds Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/641499924)
- Category: Games, Education, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 482 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and 7 more
- Released: 2025-02-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-black-cat-ushers-legacy/id6737543196/reviews.md

## What is The Black Cat?

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"The Black Cat" is a mystery thriller story game inspired by "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," two classic horror tales by American author Edgar Allan Poe. This game reinterprets the themes of "death" and "evil" present in Poe's literature and life through a modern lens, allowing players to explore a suspenseful journey through hidden tragedies and shadows.

Edgar Allan Poe's works delve into more than just horror; they explore death, evil, mystery, and the darkness within. Poe, who faced the deaths of his parents and other loved ones at a young age, was deeply familiar with loss, and he constantly confronted dark themes in his literature, weaving them seamlessly into his stories. His works reflect death creeping into the ordinary and the dark depths of the human psyche.

In "The Black Cat," we delve into the "evil" referenced in "The Black Cat" and the overarching theme of "death" that permeates his work, viewing it through a modern lens in 2024. Each person's view of death and evil may differ from Poe's, but we took inspiration from "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Black Cat," and "The Tell-Tale Heart" to craft a story unique to MazM. Adding imaginative elements to the Usher family's characteristics, the resulting narrative is more complex and intense than our previous work, "Kafka's Metamorphosis."

As players uncover the hidden secrets and dark world present in "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," they will investigate the roots of evil and encounter hidden scars of a haunting past. Join this chilling journey through past horrors lurking behind present fears, and rediscover Poe’s world of cruel fate and internal conflict in a suspenseful, psychological storyline.

In the first half of 2025, we are preparing a new experience based on Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." Expect a story quite different from "The Black Cat" and look forward to what’s next!

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■ Game Features

- Easy Controls: Intuitive and accessible gameplay where players can enjoy dialogue and illustrations with simple touch controls
- Rich Storyline: A haunting and lyrical reinterpretation of Edgar Allan Poe's short stories and poems
- Free Trial: Start the story freely with access to early chapters at no cost
- Varied Genres: A psychological narrative blending horror, mystery, and grotesque elements

■ Recommended for Those Who:

- Want a break from daily life to experience deep emotional impact and psychological healing
- Enjoy horror stories and psychological thriller genres
- Want to experience Edgar Allan Poe’s works but find them difficult to access through books alone
- Love character-driven story games or visual novels
- Wish to explore the depth of literary works with easy, accessible gameplay
- Are fans of story-driven games like "Jekyll and Hyde" or "The Phantom of the Opera"
- Appreciate dark classical music and atmospheric illustrations

## Key features

- Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher"
- Modern reinterpretation of themes like death and evil
- Suspenseful psychological storyline
- Intuitive touch controls for dialogue and illustrations
- Rich and lyrical narrative
- Uncover hidden secrets and past tragedies

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MazM Membership | $5.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pass | $59.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-black-cat-ushers-legacy/id6737543196/reviews.md

### 5/5 — YAY Ｏ(≧∇≦)Ｏ

*2025-02-19*

Hopefully I‘m the first to get here because I‘ve been stalking the release of this game ever since the October of 24 after playing your guys‘ take on the Phantom of The Opera!! Anything by Mazm is going to be great so those deep searching for good reviews, here you have one!! 🦇

### 4/5 — Мяу

*2025-02-14*

Игра кажется хорошей до конца первого акта ,а дальше всё за рекламу

### 5/5 — 감사합니다!

*2025-02-06*

검은고양이라는 소설을 읽고 그 책이 어딨는지 몰라서 잊었는데 게임으로 나오다뇨! 진짜 감사합니다!

### 5/5 — ааааа🔥

*2025-02-06*

Просто ва,игра супер,рисовка мёдик
очень круто ❤️❤️❤️❤️

## Frequently asked questions about The Black Cat

### What is The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy about?

The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy is a mystery thriller visual novel game inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher." It reinterprets themes of death and evil through a modern lens, offering a suspenseful journey into hidden tragedies and the human psyche.

### Does The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy have ads?

Yes, The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy contains advertisements. As a free-to-play game, ads are part of the experience.

### What are the gameplay mechanics in The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy?

The game features easy controls with intuitive touch controls for navigating dialogue and illustrations. It focuses on a rich, lyrical storyline and uncovering hidden secrets rather than complex gameplay mechanics.

### Is The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy available offline?

The provided data does not specify if The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy can be played offline. However, many visual novel games require an internet connection for certain features or content.

### What is the MazM Membership for The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy?

The MazM Membership is a subscription service that grants free access to all content within this game and other MazM games. It costs $5.99 per month with no long-term contract or cancellation fees, and can be canceled online anytime.

### What is the age rating for The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy?

The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for players aged 12 and above.

### How often is The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy updated?

The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy was last updated on August 22, 2025, with version 1.6.4. The developer, Growing Seeds Inc, also plans to release a new experience based on Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" in the first half of 2025.

### What devices support The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy?

The Black Cat: Usher's Legacy is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.6.4 — 2025-08-22

Improved game stability for a smoother experience.

### 1.5.5 — 2025-04-15

Improved game stability.

### 1.0.2 — 2025-02-06

"The Black Cat" has been released!
"The Black Cat" is a mystery thriller story game inspired by "The Black Cat" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," two classic horror tales by American author Edgar Allan Poe.

### 0.0.2 — 2024-12-18

No release notes.

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