The Daily Blackmail

The Daily Blackmail

by Hosted Games LLC

10 ratings
7 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 13, 2017
  • January 8, 2026

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Uncover corruption in City Hall as a rookie reporter. Your choices and instincts will lead you to the truth and a potential Pulitzer Prize in this text-based interactive story.

Investigative journalism gameplay
Text-based interactive story
Choice-driven narrative
Multiple character options
Pursue a Pulitzer Prize
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What's New in The Daily Blackmail

1.0.9

January 8, 2026

You can now choose a font in the Settings menu. Switch to Helvetica for crisp sans-serif text, or try the OpenDyslexic font, designed against some common symptoms of dyslexia. If you enjoy "The Daily Blackmail", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

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User reviews

Too short :-(

It’s short, but that was expected, as there was a warning in the description. Nevertheless, it ends so sharply, that I was left bitter and disappointed. It’s generally a good read and fun to play, but just when I was getting into it, it ended. I failed to reach where I wanted and I had no idea what impact my choices had made in the end. So to be honest, I’m a huge fan of interactive novels, but I wouldn’t play this one again and I wouldn’t recommend it to others, as it’s just way too short... I wish the author had written something longer!
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Distracting Typos

For a game about a polished newspaper reporter angling for a Pulitzer, there sure are a lot of typos.

Disappointing

This was so short and not much of a story line. If there's an option to pay then definitely don't!

Ok

It was good but just when it started getting exciting it ended abruptly.

So short!

I usually love these games, but I finished this one (with the desired ending) in ~15 minutes. The story wasn't that interesting.

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FAQ

Does The Daily Blackmail have ads?

Yes, The Daily Blackmail contains advertisements. As a free game, ads are used to support its development and availability.

What is the gameplay like in The Daily Blackmail?

The Daily Blackmail is an entirely text-based interactive fiction game. Your choices and reporter's instincts drive the narrative forward without graphics or sound effects.

Can I play The Daily Blackmail offline?

The provided data does not specify if The Daily Blackmail can be played offline. However, many text-based games do not require a constant internet connection.

What platforms is The Daily Blackmail available on?

The Daily Blackmail is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

What is the age rating for The Daily Blackmail?

The Daily Blackmail has an age rating of 12+. This suggests it contains content suitable for players aged 12 and older.

How often is The Daily Blackmail updated?

The Daily Blackmail was last updated on January 8, 2026, with version 1.0.9. This indicates a recent update, though the frequency of future updates is not specified.

What are the in-app purchases in The Daily Blackmail?

The provided data indicates that The Daily Blackmail has in-app purchases. Specific details about what these purchases entail are not available in the description.

What is the user sentiment for The Daily Blackmail?

The Daily Blackmail has a rating of 3.5 stars from 10 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed reception from its current player base.