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A Study in Steampunk

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96%Game Brain Score
story, replayability
gameplay, atmosphere
96% User Score Based on 257 reviews

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A Study in Steampunk is a single player action game. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Steam-powered mechs meet forbidden sorcery in this interactive mystery novel!

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 257 reviews
story79 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game features a compelling and immersive story with well-developed characters and meaningful choices that significantly impact the narrative.
  • It offers great replayability with multiple paths and endings, allowing players to explore different outcomes based on their decisions.
  • The writing is engaging and well-paced, making it a captivating experience that keeps players invested from start to finish.
  • The lack of gender choice for the player character is a significant drawback, limiting player agency and representation.
  • Some players felt that the romance options were underdeveloped and could have been explored in greater depth.
  • Certain parts of the story felt rushed or incomplete, leaving players wanting more detail and resolution in key plot points.
  • story
    163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received a mix of praise and criticism, with many players highlighting its well-structured plot, engaging characters, and meaningful choices that significantly impact the narrative. While some found the storytelling immersive and emotionally resonant, others noted limitations in character customization and a sense of rushed pacing in certain sections. Overall, the game is celebrated for its depth and replayability, making it a compelling experience for fans of interactive storytelling.

    • “The storytelling was top shelf.”
    • “The story is compelling, the world is immersive, the characters are interesting, but most of all the choices are meaningful.”
    • “This story offered an extensive and extremely captivating experience that will stick with me as one of the best choice books out there!”
    • “The story is okay, but quite limiting.”
    • “At the end, your choices only matter with regards to how long the story would be and you are stuck with the same ending anyway.”
    • “But the story falls so flat so hard.”
  • replayability
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, with numerous achievements, multiple endings, and diverse story paths that encourage players to return for multiple playthroughs. Many users highlight the engaging storytelling and significant choices that enhance the experience, making it enjoyable even after several runs. Overall, it stands out for its ability to maintain interest and provide a fresh experience with each playthrough.

    • “The game has great replayability because of all of the achievements and various endings that you can have.”
    • “All the other ones get boring once you know the story already and there's very little replay value for them after five playthroughs, but this one... gosh, I think I must have something like fourteen playthroughs since it first came out!”
    • “This game is insanely well thought out, and the replay value of it is definitely worth the small price.”
    • “All the other ones get boring once you know the story already and there's very little replay value for them after five playthroughs.”
    • “I'm only one playthrough in, so may revise, but the replay value seems truly immense and the various paths actually viable which sadly is often not the case in CYOA's.”
    • “There appear to be sufficient turning points that it'll be really replayable, too.”
  • emotional
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is described as an emotional roller coaster that deeply invests players in its characters and storyline, eliciting a wide range of feelings from joy to heartbreak. Its impactful choices enhance the emotional connection, making players feel genuinely engaged and invested in the protagonist's journey. Overall, it is praised for its heartfelt narrative and ability to evoke strong emotions, with many reviewers expressing a desire to experience it again despite the emotional toll.

    • “This is a smart, wonderful, sharp, heartfelt game.”
    • “It provided a wealth of depth to the main character, and I became quite emotionally invested as a result.”
    • “The choices completely affect the storyline and provide high emotional impact for the protagonist.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its engaging and immersive experience, featuring a compelling story with rich character development and meaningful choices that impact the narrative. Players appreciate the blend of steampunk elements, political intrigue, and personal conflicts, alongside a significant playtime that encourages replayability. Minor issues, such as spelling errors, do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.

    • “Well worth the buy -- a sweetly long story with incredible plot and gameplay.”
    • “The steam punk features of society mixed with conflicts of religion, attacks on religion by the law force, political decisions that can be influenced by smooth talking, multiple relationships that are friendly and deeper, the very sudden tense moments that actually make decisions count. With above 6 hours of gameplay for my first playthrough, I am happy to give this game a 5, and I'm definitely going to play through it again.”
    • “Compelling story and characters, extremely interesting to play as a character with PTSD that actually manifests during gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, leading to frustrating experiences.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is described as dark and brooding, immersing players in a richly detailed environment filled with sensory elements like oil and smoke, exemplifying a masterful design in creating an engaging setting.

    • “The atmosphere is so rich and detailed that it feels like you are stepping into another world, filled with tension and intrigue.”
    • “Every corner of the game is infused with a haunting ambiance that keeps you on edge, making exploration both thrilling and unnerving.”
    • “Dark, brooding, dripping with enough atmosphere that you can smell the oil and smoke; this is a textbook example of how to create an immersive environment.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and detail that would draw players into the world.”
    • “Despite the potential for a rich setting, the atmosphere is disappointingly generic and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express a desire for improved graphics, indicating that the current visual quality may not meet their expectations.

    • “I just wish it had better graphics.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
    • “The visual style is underwhelming and doesn't do the game justice.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its immersive quality, with well-written narratives that enhance the player's connection to the world and roles. The believable romances further enrich the experience, contributing to strong plot and character growth.

    • “The character development and setting are well written and make you feel immersed in the author's world and the role you are presented with.”
    • “Believable romances with great plot and character development.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as gut-wrenching and impactful, effectively blending laughter with emotional depth. Players appreciate the storytelling, noting that every decision enhances the comedic experience, making it a worthwhile investment.

    • “It made me laugh, cry, and giggle; it made my mouth drop open.”
    • “Every decision matters, the storytelling is magnificent, the humor is gut-wrenching, and it is long enough to be well worth the money spent on it.”
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Frequently Asked Questions

A Study in Steampunk is a action game.

A Study in Steampunk is available on Phone and Tablet.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing A Study in Steampunk.

A Study in Steampunk was developed by Hosted Games.

A Study in Steampunk has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

A Study in Steampunk is a single player game.

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