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A Snake's Tale

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77%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
music, grinding
97% User Score Based on 31 reviews

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A Snake's Tale is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by m12y and was released on May 2, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"A Snake's Tale" is a puzzle game featuring slithering snakes in cramped spaces. With over 75 levels across 5 distinct environments, players must clear a path, eat eggs, and press buttons to advance. The game offers procedurally generated art and supports mouse, keyboard, and gamepad controls, allowing players to use a variety of slithering serpents to solve brain-teasing puzzles.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features unique and engaging puzzle mechanics that require strategic thinking, making it enjoyable for casual and experienced players alike.
  • It has a charming aesthetic with cute snake designs and polished graphics, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience.
  • The game is relatively short, making it a perfect choice for quick gaming sessions without overstaying its welcome.
  • The music can become repetitive and annoying, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
  • Some puzzles are considered too easy, leading to a lack of challenge for more seasoned puzzle game enthusiasts.
  • The game lacks options for full-screen mode and has limited sound controls, which can be frustrating for players.
  • gameplay
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by unique yet accessible puzzle mechanics that keep players engaged, featuring simple controls and satisfying movement with mouse interaction. Players appreciate the introduction of innovative elements like anti-eggs and various snake behaviors, which add depth and challenge to the puzzles. While the initial levels are straightforward, later stages can become more complex, offering a casual yet enjoyable experience with a charming aesthetic.

    • “Puzzle mechanics are unique but easy to understand and can keep you on your toes.”
    • “The movement mechanics are quite satisfying: I played with a mouse and it was simplicity itself to move each snake around by clicking and dragging on its head.”
    • “It adds some innovative mechanics, too: there are eggs which, when eaten, expand a snake by one tile, but there are also anti-eggs which decrease a snake by one tile, making for some entertaining puzzles.”
    • “The game is a barebones experience: you jump right into the fray and as the game progresses what you get is the same gameplay but with more elements.”
    • “The later levels can become a bit tedious as they are medium-sized and sometimes include several gameplay features.”
    • “A short-ish casual puzzle game with simple mechanics while still providing a decent challenge.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the relaxing sounds, others find it repetitive, harsh, and lacking in volume control options. Additionally, the inconsistency in volume levels between different screens can be distracting. Overall, the music may not suit everyone's taste, leading some to suggest playing with the sound muted.

    • “Nice relaxing music.”
    • “Nice music with fine sounds.”
    • “Only downside I can think of is the music can get repetitive and annoying after several minutes, so maybe play it on mute.”
    • “Can't run in full screen mode and the awful music is definitely a minus.”
    • “Music is noticeably louder in the level selection screen than in the puzzles, and there's no volume control besides a simple mute.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are described as minimalistic yet effective, featuring 3D models that enhance the game's storytelling and aesthetic appeal. While some users feel the simplicity may be overly minimal, others appreciate how the visuals contribute to the sense of adventure and personality within the game. Overall, the graphics successfully create a unique atmosphere that complements the gameplay experience.

    • “Nice minimalistic graphics.”
    • “Graphics are nice despite being minimalistic; they look like 3D models.”
    • “However, oddly enough, the level names, the way that the grid hands off from level to level, the different biomes and the different challenges and aesthetics they present, and a sense of personality that comes from the snakes going out of their way to make room for each other, each make it feel like a story experience. It really does feel like we're taking these little rattlesnakes on an adventure in a world where snakes have begun to evolve altruism.”
    • “The graphics of the levels are a little bit too minimalistic.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, with users reporting smooth performance and satisfactory gameplay experiences.

    • “Runs smoothly; the gameplay is fine.”
    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless performance even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game runs; it feels polished and responsive.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that grinding in the later levels can become tedious due to their medium size and the inclusion of multiple gameplay features, which may lead to a repetitive experience.

    • “The later levels can become a bit tedious as they are medium-sized and sometimes include several gameplay features.”
    • “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated to progress.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game lacks a traditional narrative, players find a compelling story experience through its level design, unique biomes, and the interactions of the snakes, which suggest themes of evolution and altruism. The combination of these elements creates a simple yet engaging adventure that resonates with players.

    • “However, oddly enough, the level names; the way that the grid hands off from level to level; the different biomes and the different challenges and aesthetics they present; the one or two special snake types who can do something the others cannot; and a sense of personality that comes from the snakes going out of their way to make room for each other; each make it feel like a story experience, simple yet strong. It really does feel, in my opinion, like we're taking this little rattlesnake - or these rattlesnakes - for an adventure in a world where snakes have begun to evolve altruism.”
    • “There is no clearly defined story, in case it isn't obvious already.”
    • “However, oddly enough, the level names, the way that the grid transitions from level to level, the different biomes and the challenges and aesthetics they present, the one or two special snake types who can do something the others cannot, and a sense of personality that comes from the snakes going out of their way to make room for each other, each make it feel like a story experience. Simple yet strong, it really does feel like we're taking these little rattlesnakes on an adventure in a world where snakes have begun to evolve altruism.”
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A Snake's Tale is a puzzle game.

A Snake's Tale is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, Windows and others.

A Snake's Tale was released on May 2, 2017.

A Snake's Tale was developed by m12y.

A Snake's Tale has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

A Snake's Tale is a single player game.

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