A Twisted Tale

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A Twisted Tale is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by A Twisted Tale and was released on September 1, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Discover a humouristic point and click adventure inspired by all the masterpieces which made us stick to our computers back in the day (and therefore we played outside way too infrequently). Full of loony characters, unexpected twists and challenging riddles. About the game Accompany Vio on her unintentional journey through various realms. Explore broken cities, pirate ships in the deepest jun…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Charming hand-drawn retro art style with colorful, detailed environments that evoke classic 90s point-and-click adventures.
Well-voiced characters with distinct personalities and humorous dialogues that bring the world and its inhabitants to life.
Engaging puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge for most part, complemented by clever writing and nostalgic references.

Puzzle design is inconsistent, with some puzzles being overly obscure or illogical, potentially causing player frustration without external guides.
The story and character development are minimal in this first chapter, leading to a lack of emotional engagement and unclear goals.
Technical issues including lack of resolution options, uneven voice volume, missing in-game hints for controls, and the game being only the first of seven chapters with potentially high overall cost.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a charming and humorous introduction to a seven-chapter adventure, offering nostalgic, lighthearted moments and entertaining characters. While the first chapter is relatively short and lacks a deep core narrative, it works well as a standalone experience and shows promise for future episodes. Overall, the story radiates passion and affection for classic point-and-click adventures, rewarding exploration with amusing dialogue and setting an optimistic tone for the series.
- “The story of this fun yet short solo-developer adventure game may take a long time to tell, as this is only the first of seven chapters.”
- “My short synopsis - a fun first chapter of this 7 part story, plenty of entertaining characters and nostalgic vibes, clearly a lot of time and passion have gone into making this game.”
- “If you're considering this one, do bear in mind that it is not the full story, however, you could very easily play through this as a standalone game and not feel that you'd been left hanging at the end of it.”
- “Although the majority of the game, including art, story, and riddles, was created by a single person, the chapter business model doesn’t always work.”
- “Yet, there is practically no story in the first chapter.”
- “There isn't much of a core storyline.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is widely praised for its sharp, clever, and often unexpected wit, highlighted by memorable and hilarious characters like the antique shop owner and opera singer. The blend of funny dialogues, absurd yet logical scenarios, and playful writing creates a charming, lighthearted atmosphere that complements the colorful, hand-drawn art style. Overall, the humor enhances the game's enjoyable and engaging experience.
- “The antique shop owner is wickedly funny; he made me laugh out loud a few times, and his dynamic with Vio was a lot of fun to be a part of.”
- “The writing is sharp and clever; it’s quite often deeply funny—it made me laugh often and usually unexpectedly.”
- “The funny and absurd (but never illogical) characters and riddles spark great joy, and the graphics, music, and especially the voices of the characters create a truly special atmosphere.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features charming, hand-drawn, retro-style 2D graphics that evoke classic point-and-click adventures from the 1980s and 90s, with bold colors and clear visuals that aid gameplay. Its cartoonish art style, reminiscent of titles like Deponia and Monkey Island 3, is complemented by whimsical animations and a nostalgic arcade-inspired soundtrack, creating a cohesive and appealing atmosphere. Overall, the graphics effectively blend humor and nostalgia, enhancing the game's unique character and player immersion.
- “Att is an old-style point & click game presented in a way to appeal to that generation of gamers who remember the originals from the 1980s/90s, featuring bold and colourful graphics with detail restrained enough to look retro and prevent any difficulties in assessing where to click to get a response.”
- “The graphics are cartoons hand-drawn in the old way with paper, pencil and ink, and an animation made on each frame.”
- “The 1st chapter of a PnC game full of humor and easter eggs, with a beautifully drawn art style reminiscent of Deponia.”
- “Graphically, the game had its moments of charm, but overall the style was limited and lacked detail, making the visuals feel outdated and unimpressive.”
- “The graphics are cartoons hand-drawn in an old-fashioned way with paper, pencil, and ink, but the animation is basic and frame-by-frame, leading to a somewhat clunky visual experience.”
- “The art style is reminiscent of Monkey Island 3 or Deponia, but it doesn't capture the same vibrancy or polish, resulting in visuals that feel less engaging and somewhat flat.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "A Twisted Tale" is consistently praised for its retro, arcade-style charm that complements the hand-drawn art and overall atmosphere. Alongside full voice acting in two languages, the soundtrack enhances the game's nostalgic and engaging experience, contributing significantly to its unique and enjoyable ambiance.
- “A hand-drawn classic-style adventure game that will remind you of The Curse of Monkey Island, Broken Sword, and Darkestville Castle, with great voice acting and cool music every step of the way.”
- “The funny and absurd (but never illogical) characters and riddles spark great joy, and the graphics, music, and especially the voices of the characters create a truly special atmosphere.”
- “In conclusion, especially as the product of a single developer, A Twisted Tale is a remarkable achievement, fully voiced in two languages, with suitable and positive musical accompaniment.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay involves exploring and interacting with items, though it lacks clear instructions on accessing the inventory, causing some confusion. It offers about two hours of playtime, potentially extended by an additional hour for those less skilled at puzzles. Future chapters may offer a stronger emphasis on puzzles and story.
- “Gameplay is typically what you would expect: initially, click on anything and everything to see what gets a reaction.”
- “Some of these items can be taken, and this leads to a gameplay clarity issue: there is no mention in-game nor in the menu of how to access your inventory.”
- “You can expect roughly two hours of gameplay, with an additional hour if your puzzle-solving skills are not top-notch.”
- “Some of these items can be taken, and this leads me to a gameplay clarity issue that I'd like to raise: there is no mention in-game nor menu of how to access your inventory.”
- “With that out of the way, maybe the next chapters will have a stronger focus on the actual gameplay (i.e., puzzles and stories).”
- “You can expect roughly two hours of gameplay, but you can add in one extra hour if your puzzle solving skills are not top notch.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from frequent bugs and glitches, leading to instability that detracts from the overall experience and causes player frustration.
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is uniquely engaging, combining funny and absurd yet logical characters and riddles with vibrant graphics, music, and standout character voices that together create a truly special and joyful experience.
- “The funny and absurd (but never illogical) characters and riddles spark great joy, and the graphics, music, and especially the voices of the characters create a truly special atmosphere.”