How to play Castle of Blackwater for free on Steam

The social deduction game Castle of Blackwater just took a major step: it is now available for free on Steam. Alongside this shift, new content, technical updates, and a refreshed creator program have also been launched.

A new model to grow the community

The transition to free-to-play marks a new chapter for the game. Developers state that this move not only aims to attract more players but also to improve retention and long-term engagement. To support this growth, new rewards and visual improvements have been added.

Spin the wheel and earn rewards

One of the standout features is the Wheel of Fortune. Each player gets one free spin per day, with additional spins available for glyphs. Rewards include gold, cosmetics, and other items, and exclusive bundles will be added soon, only obtainable through this feature.

Additionally, the system displays the drop rates so players clearly know what they can win.

A space open to content creators

To amplify its reach and visibility, Castle of Blackwater has updated its Creator Program, inviting streamers, YouTubers, and TikTok creators to actively engage with the game.

Participants can access benefits such as:

• Paid missions and exclusive rewards
• Game keys for their community
• Special Discord role and Twitch drops
• Cross-promotion and long-term collaborations

The program is open to creators of all sizes, even if they don’t meet all requirements, as long as their content aligns with the game. More information and the application form are available at:

Update 2.0.10: visual improvements and fixes

Castle of Blackwater also released version 2.0.10, an update that includes key changes:

Improvements:

• Improved match stability with optimized rematch logic
• New visuals in the Safe Zone and better lighting in the lobby
• Updated UI in various sections
• New textures and improved grid visuals

Fixes:

• Vote counting errors in 1v1 situations
• Knight's shield ability fixed
• Fixed sound transitions between floors in the castle
• Adjustments to hitboxes for abilities and the minimap