"A Plague Tale: Innocence" is a narrative-driven action-adventure game set in 14th-century France during the Black Death. Players control Amicia de Rune, a young girl, who must protect her younger brother, Hugo, from both the plague and hostile forces. The game features stealth mechanics, puzzle-solving, and a rich story that explores themes of family and survival. The gameplay involves navigating through dangerous environments filled with rats, which are attracted to light and can overwhelm characters. Players must use their surroundings strategically to avoid enemies and solve challenges, all while uncovering the dark history of their world and the bond between the siblings.