A Writer And His Daughter

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A Writer And His Daughter is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Dimfrost Studio and was released on November 2, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

A Writer And His Daughter is a story exploration game. The game takes place in two interwoven worlds: reality and a fairy tale. Embark on a journey through both worlds and find out how and why they are connected. The game is the first part of a trilogy.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and a captivating atmosphere that immerses players in a whimsical fairy tale world.
The story is engaging and well-crafted, appealing to both younger audiences and adults, with clever mechanics that enhance the narrative experience.
Despite some gameplay issues, the game offers a relaxing VR experience that rewards exploration and patience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate storytelling.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leaving them feeling unsatisfied and wanting more content.
Gameplay mechanics, particularly the teleportation system and inventory management, are clunky and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
The ending is abrupt and confusing, as it serves as a cliffhanger for a trilogy that may never be completed, leaving players feeling disappointed.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a central highlight, blending elements of reality and fairytale in an atmospheric experience that captivates players, particularly younger audiences. While the narrative builds up to intriguing moments, some players feel it lacks resolution, leaving them wanting more from the unfolding plot. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its beauty and detail, though the gameplay is light and the experience is relatively short, with limited replayability.
- “The story really is the main part of this game, and it’s quite enjoyable.”
- “There's some really beautiful storytelling going on here, and a lot of attention to detail in the environment.”
- “So if you’re looking for a relaxing bit of storytelling VR, you’ve come to the right place.”
- “For example, I worked on a puzzle so that I could 'enter the forest' and encounter 'monsters,' but after completing it, I am transported back to the house where I appear to be following footsteps, except the footsteps don't go anywhere remotely connected with the next puzzle or the next piece in the story.”
- “After beating the game, I only saw 59% of the story.”
- “The story is aimed at a much younger audience, but still kept me entertained enough to want to see it advance.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a focus on exploration rather than traditional mechanics, which some players find lacking. However, it incorporates clever mechanics that enhance the storytelling experience, making it feel light yet effective in carrying the narrative.
- “Plus, it's full of clever little mechanics.”
- “Two gameplay issues were very difficult to ignore.”
- “Now this one is a bit light on the actual gameplay; there is far more exploration than anything else.”
- “Gameplay is light, but helps carry the story effectively.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting its phenomenal visuals and immersive dark house setting, particularly in VR. The combination of stunning graphics, excellent audio, and a focus on atmosphere contributes to a captivating experience, making it a standout in the story puzzle genre.
- “The visuals in this game are phenomenal, really one of the best dark house atmospheres I have seen in VR.”
- “This one is all about atmosphere, and they nailed it.”
- “So for $14.99, you’re getting an extremely atmospheric story puzzle game with fantastic audio and beautiful visuals.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed feedback; while some users criticize the minimal detail and basic environments, others praise the phenomenal visuals and atmospheric design, particularly in the VR experience, highlighting it as one of the best in creating a dark house atmosphere. Overall, the game is noted for its beautiful visuals that enhance the storytelling and puzzle elements.
- “The visuals in this game are phenomenal, really one of the best dark house atmospheres I have seen in VR.”
- “For $14.99, you’re getting an extremely atmospheric story puzzle game with fantastic audio and beautiful visuals.”
- “A few drawings and notes is hardly 'secrets,' and these worlds were basically a tiny path or room with about as basic visual detail as you can have while still claiming to have standard 'realistic' graphics.”
- “Visuals are underwhelming and lack the depth and detail expected from modern games.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as incredible and a standout aspect of the overall experience.
- “This game is fantastic; the music is incredible too.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the game, creating an immersive atmosphere.”