The Little Black Bestiary: Carthaginia's Cozy Days

6/25/2026, 12:07:57 AM

Release date: 7/2/2021

Tags: #sexual-content #nudity #visual-novel #hand-drawn #alternate-history #casual #2d #dating-sim

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Score: 80%Positive
Review Count: 15 reviews
Fetched At: 6/25/2026, 12:07:57 AM

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Japan Price: ¥ 410
Global Price: $3.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 6/25/2026, 12:07:56 AM

Key highlight

A casual visual novel where you spend time with your girlfriend, a retired, parole-bound Lich Empress. Features hand-drawn art and mature themes.

Who this is for

Recommended for players who enjoy unique settings and character relationships in a short visual novel experience.

Details

Overview

Welcome to a unique slice-of-life experience in "The Little Black Bestiary: The Salted Cookies of Carthaginia." This narrative-driven visual novel invites players into the everyday life of an average guy and his extraordinary girlfriend, Carthaginia. Once the formidable Eternal Dread Empress of Samhain and a Nation-eater, she's now retired and on parole, facing charges for past inter-dimensional conquest attempts and disturbing the peace. The game focuses on the intimate moments shared between the couple, offering a glimpse into their domestic bliss.

Highlights

A Unique Romance: Experience a dating sim with a twist, where your partner is a retired, immortal lich with a history of world-conquering ambitions.
Slice-of-Life Narrative: Dive into a short, casual story focusing on domestic activities like watching TV and helping with tech support, alongside more intimate moments.
Hand-Drawn Art Style: Enjoy the charming, hand-drawn visuals that bring this unconventional relationship and its characters to life.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy casual visual novels, dating simulations, and stories with a touch of dark fantasy and humor. If you appreciate unconventional romance narratives and a focus on character interaction over complex gameplay, "The Little Black Bestiary" might be just what you're looking for. It's also designed for those who don't mind mature themes, as the game contains explicit content.

Game Info

Developed and published by CyberScherzo Studios, "The Little Black Bestiary: The Salted Cookies of Carthaginia" was released on July 2, 2021. It is a single-player experience available via Steam's Family Sharing feature. The game is presented in English and features a hand-drawn art style, fitting into the casual and indie genres. Content descriptors note explicit nudity and consensual sexual content, with future updates planned to include bondage-related scenes.