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A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale

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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
89% User Score Based on 46 reviews

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A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale is a single player open world simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by ln404 and was released on March 27, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

Welcome to Whaleville!The world’s first town inside a whale. It’s friendly, a little odd and utterly charming. Explore every corner of this peculiar place, help the locals — and maybe they’ll help you find a way out. Or... maybe you’ll decide to stay. Chart Your Own Course Turn the wheel, wind up the key — you're the captain of your own boat. Where will your journey take you? Explore t…

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89%Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews
story5 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • Charming and creative art style with a cozy, whimsical atmosphere and a unique setting of a city inside a whale.
  • Engaging exploration experience supported by pleasant soundtrack, cute characters, and enjoyable side quests that offer a sense of accomplishment.
  • Developers are passionate and responsive, actively listening to community feedback and improving the game.
  • Boat controls are often frustrating, sluggish, and clunky, detracting from the main gameplay experience.
  • Lots of fetch quests feel repetitive and occasionally confusing, with some unclear objectives and quest bugs causing frustration.
  • Technical issues and bugs, such as quest-breaking sequence problems and interface glitches, reduce polish and smoothness of gameplay.

  • story

    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    18% positive mentions, 71% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions

    The story offers a charming and unique setting—a city inside a whale—with fun characters and a relaxed exploration vibe, though it leans on simple, often repetitive fetch quests that some players find tedious or confusing. While the narrative atmosphere is enhanced by diegetic menus and soundtrack, the lore and quest design lack depth and variety, sometimes leading to frustration. Overall, it's engaging for those seeking a light, whimsical tale but may disappoint players looking for a more immersive or complex story experience.

    • “Diegetic controls and menus are a great touch that meld well with the storybook theme and characters.”
    • “A fun story full of characters with the joy of being a ship captain.”
    • “A completely fictional story about a city inside a whale is an exploration adventure developed by akinat0 and ln404 and published by contrast games that immediately captures attention with one of the most unusual concepts in recent indie gaming.”
    • “Some quests were a bit confusing, and I had to go to some obscure threads to figure out what I was doing wrong; some quests I still didn't figure out and ended up dropping the game out of frustration.”
    • “Some feel like old MMORPG fetch quests where you travel around collecting far too many things; one early quest literally has you gathering eight different octopuses, each with its own annoying movement gimmick.”
    • “There were a couple other places, for example, where conversation upon completion of a quest didn't match the actual event that took place until after the reward was claimed, causing a bit of confusion on my part.”

  • gameplay

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    21% positive mentions, 58% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions

    The gameplay centers around boat exploration with unique but sometimes challenging controls, offering a slower-paced, reflective experience focused on discovery and atmosphere rather than intense action. While some find the boat mechanics frustrating, others appreciate the intuitive steering after a brief learning curve and enjoy the relaxed, charming adventure filled with puzzles and humor. It caters more to players seeking a calm, immersive journey than those wanting fast-paced or complex gameplay.

    • “The boat having unique (but intuitive) steering mechanics definitely adds to the exploration experience.”
    • “The gameplay felt relatively intuitive and I enjoyed going around and doing all the quests!”
    • “I will also say that the controls have a bit of a learning curve but after about 20-30 minutes of gameplay I was able to get used to it.”
    • “The biggest problem with this game is the boat, which is unfortunately the main mechanic.”
    • “When driving the boat is the main mechanic and controlling the boat itself isn’t enjoyable, the whole game suffers.”
    • “Players seeking fast-paced gameplay may initially struggle to connect with its quieter approach.”

  • humor

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is generally charming and well-integrated, balancing witty, meta-dialogues and funny character interactions with sincere, quieter moments. While some found it less funny than expected, most appreciated its straightforward, lighthearted comedy and charming characters, contributing to a cozy and enjoyable experience.

    • “Residents throughout Whaleville bring personality to the experience through conversations that shift naturally between humor and sincerity.”
    • “Overall: lovely small adventure for 3-5 hours, with a ton of meta-dialogues and funny mechanic tricks.”
    • “I don't play that much comfy games but this one in particular really is charming, with its music, artstyle, simplistic gameplay (and puzzles) that are easy to get into, straightforward humor (and times where it is actually funny); you can safely go around at your own pace and won't be punished for it!”

  • music

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in Whaleville is praised for its pleasant, relaxing, and satisfying qualities that greatly enhance the charming atmosphere of the game. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the creative setting and simple gameplay, making the overall experience enjoyable and immersive. Many express a desire for additional content or a dedicated soundtrack release.

    • “It's not often you find a game with such creativity, original concepts, relaxing scenery and music, and simple but fun quests.”
    • “Pair this with the satisfying soundtracks and sound effects, and the atmosphere in general, and you've really got a fleshed-out story, all set inside of a whale.”
    • “I don't play that much comfy games but this one in particular really is charming, with its music, art style, simplistic gameplay (and puzzles) that are easy to get into, straightforward humour (and times where it is actually funny); you can safely go around at your own pace and won't be punished for it!”

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics feature a colorful 2D cartoon art style that is charming, tasteful, and easy on the eyes. The visuals contribute to a cozy and enjoyable atmosphere, enhancing the worldbuilding with their lovely and neat design. Overall, the art style is widely praised for its appeal and complements the game's laid-back, charming experience.

    • “Colorful 2D cartoon art style.”
    • “The visuals are lovely — neat, tasteful, and easy on the eyes.”
    • “I won't spoil much about the characters because you need to play it out for yourself; they have a sort of charm to them, especially with the art style. It's great worldbuilding that lasts awhile!”

  • atmosphere

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The game excels in creating a cozy and colorful atmosphere that emphasizes slow-paced exploration and discovery over intense action. Its thoughtful design, character interactions, and immersive soundscape combine to craft a unique, reflective world that deeply engages players. This rich atmosphere is central to the experience, providing a compelling and memorable setting.

    • “The game shines primarily through its colorful presentation and cozy atmosphere.”
    • “Rather than relying on constant action or complex mechanics, it creates a slower and more reflective experience centered around discovery, atmosphere, and the joy of wandering through a world unlike anything else.”
    • “Pair this with the satisfying soundtracks and sound effects, and the atmosphere in general, and you've really got a fleshed-out story, all set inside of a whale.”
    • “Exploration-focused experiences sometimes struggle when they rely too heavily on atmosphere without giving players reasons to remain engaged.”
    • “Movement plays a surprisingly important role in shaping the atmosphere.”
    • “Character interactions strengthen that atmosphere considerably.”

  • emotional

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game evokes a warm and wholesome emotional experience, blending whimsical city life with grounded storytelling. It balances awkward comedic interactions with reflective moments, creating a world that feels emotionally rich and inviting.

    • “The city maintains an identity that feels whimsical while still grounded enough to encourage emotional investment.”
    • “Some interactions lean into awkward comedy while others introduce reflective moments that give the world emotional depth beneath its unusual surface.”
    • “It just leaves you with a warm, wholesome feeling.”

  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game offers a variety of side quests and exploration opportunities without making the grinding feel tedious, maintaining an engaging gameplay experience.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is well-optimized and stable, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience for all players.

    • “Thanks to the developers, the game remains stable and optimized, fun, and enjoyable for anyone who plays it, which I absolutely recommend.”
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A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale is a open world simulation game with comedy theme. Common tags for A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale include indie, exploration, family friendly, relaxing, wholesome and others.

A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale was released on March 27, 2026.

A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale was developed by ln404.

A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

A Completely Fictional Story About a City Inside a Whale is a single player game.