A Vampyre Story

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In "A Vampyre Story," escape the clutches of vampire Baron Shrowdy von Kiefer and journey back to Paris as opera singer Mona De Lafitte, aided by her bat friend Froderick. Overcome obstacles using your vampire abilities in this classic point-and-click adventure set in the strange land of Draxsylvania. Embrace your new nature and strive to achieve your dream of singing stardom despite the challenges.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

story34 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn graphics and a charming gothic atmosphere reminiscent of Tim Burton's works.
The voice acting is generally good to excellent, adding depth to the characters and enhancing the overall experience.
The puzzles are creative and nostalgic, providing a fun challenge that evokes classic point-and-click adventures.

The game ends on a cliffhanger, leaving players frustrated as it was intended to be part of a larger series that may never be completed.
Many players experience technical issues, particularly with running the game on modern systems, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
The humor, while abundant, is often criticized for being overly cheesy and can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
162 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "A Vampyre Story" is characterized by its humorous and whimsical tone, featuring a charming protagonist, Mona, and her bat companion, Froderick, as they navigate a vampire-themed adventure. While the dialogue is filled with witty jokes and engaging characters, many players express disappointment over the abrupt cliffhanger ending and the game's incomplete narrative, leaving them longing for a sequel that may never come. Overall, the game is recommended for die-hard fans of point-and-click adventures, despite its technical issues and storytelling flaws.
- “The love and attention to detail that went into this game are evident in every corner of the story.”
- “In conclusion, 'A Vampyre Story' is a charming, sweet, and immersive point-and-click adventure that will sink its fangs into your heart.”
- “Whether you're a fan of vampires, point-and-click adventures, or simply a lover of captivating stories, 'A Vampyre Story' is a game that's bound to leave you charmed and enchanted.”
- “The story also feels incredibly incomplete, as the game ends abruptly at the end of chapter 2.”
- “The game presents half of a story, and it concludes abruptly with a cliffhanger.”
- “First off, this isn't even a full game; it ends halfway through the story.”
humor
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
94%
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The humor in "A Vampyre Story" is widely praised for its refreshing blend of dark and quirky elements, featuring witty dialogue and charming characters that evoke laughter. While many players appreciate the game's clever writing and voice acting, some find the abundance of black humor and lengthy dialogues can become tedious. Overall, it offers a whimsical and entertaining experience, particularly for fans of dark comedy and adventure games.
- “A pleasant adventure game, with likable characters and nice, funny writing.”
- “It's like a carefully brewed potion that blends dark humor, endearing characters, and a whimsical tale of pursuing one's dreams, no matter how undead you may be.”
- “Dusk: so, if you're looking for a game that's dark, hilarious, and packed with vampire sass, 'A Vampyre Story' is the one for you!”
- “It is a confusing, insulting, unfunny bunch of senseless walking around and hearing unbearable garbage.”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their gorgeous hand-drawn backgrounds, vibrant colors, and charming character designs, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the art style as reminiscent of a painting brought to life, contributing to the game's appeal, although some note that certain older graphics may not hold up well for all players. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, complementing the engaging story and humor of the adventure.
- “On that same level are the graphics: the hand-drawn backgrounds, soft lighting, and warm colors all contribute to an unparalleled atmosphere.”
- “This adventure point-and-click game is a real beauty, with its graphics, puzzles, and animations still holding up to this date.”
- “The art style is to die for!”
- “And it looked like graphic adventures will share the destiny of the text ones pretty soon.”
- “Maybe for those who can't stand old graphics, some cutscenes will hurt the eyes a bit with the bad look of our vampire lady's hair on close range.”
- “Although the graphics are pretty, the story is somewhat okay; what annoyed me were endless and pointless dialogues that I started skipping halfway through.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the orchestral score by Pedro Macedo Camacho as masterful and reminiscent of Danny Elfman's work. The soundtrack is described as beautiful, whimsical, and perfectly fitting for the game's gothic style, significantly enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing to the game's charm and nostalgic appeal.
- “The OST by Pedro Macedo Camacho is absolutely masterclass, and makes the game worth playing for that alone.”
- “The game's orchestral score also reminds you of Danny Elfman's soundtracks and perfectly fits the game's style.”
- “A lovely gothic masterpiece with adorable characters and a truly beautiful soundtrack.”
- “The game also has a very beautiful orchestral and very professionally done soundtrack.”
- “The OST by Pedro Macedo Camacho is absolutely masterclass, and makes the game worth playing for that only, if anything.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the nostalgic point-and-click mechanics reminiscent of classic titles like Monkey Island and Broken Sword, while others criticize it for being slow and lacking modern features such as a hints system. Although the story and character interactions are enjoyable, many feel that the gameplay could benefit from improvements to enhance engagement and pacing. Overall, it captures the essence of early adventure games but may not meet the expectations of contemporary players.
- “Enjoyable story and gameplay with a pleasant mix of engaging characters, amusing dialogue, and exceptional scenes.”
- “Expect typical Monkey Island type gameplay.”
- “The puzzles and gameplay reminded me of the first Broken Sword game.”
- “The gameplay was incredibly slow.”
- “As for the gameplay, it could use some work revolving around typical point & click games.”
- “I've tried everything, however it is possible to get the gameplay itself to work, but the cutscenes won't.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its beautifully gothic and whimsical qualities, reminiscent of Tim Burton's works, with hand-drawn backgrounds, soft lighting, and warm colors that create an immersive fairy tale experience. Reviewers note that the unique art style and engaging mood effectively draw players into the game, despite some frustrating puzzles. Overall, the atmosphere is described as unparalleled and captivating.
- “On that same level are the graphics: the hand-drawn backgrounds, soft lighting, and warm colors all contribute to an unparalleled atmosphere.”
- “From the very first moments of this game, you're whisked away to a beautifully gothic and atmospheric world that feels like a classic fairy tale set in Transylvania.”
- “The gothic atmosphere really sets the mood.”
- “The game's general style and atmosphere are very similar to Tim Burton's works like The Corpse Bride and The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
- “And the atmosphere.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its significant stability issues, particularly at launch, with reports of game-breaking bugs and various glitches affecting gameplay. While some players found the story enjoyable and the game ultimately playable, the overall consensus highlights a frustratingly buggy experience.
- “Even though this game was buggy as heck on start, the physical copy even came with a game-breaking bug.”
- “But, it is very buggy.”
- “Very nice story, few glitches here and there but playable and funny.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that "A Vampyre Story" begins with an engaging and humorous premise, but the gameplay quickly becomes tedious due to excessive grinding.
- “A Vampyre Story starts off funny and nice, but it tends to become tedious very soon.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight the stunning hand-drawn background artwork and character designs, emphasizing their visual appeal. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of narrative or growth.