The Council is a unique episodic narrative adventure game developed by Big Bad Wolf and published by Focus Home Interactive. Released in 2018 for Xbox One, it's a meld of genres, combining elements of adventure, RPG, and interactive storytelling. The game is set in 1793 and puts players in the shoes of Louis de Richet who is invited to a private island by a mysterious Lord Mortimer. Louis must unravel the secrets of the island while interacting with historical figures like George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte. The game's branching narrative is influenced by player choices, which can lead to multiple endings.