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Adabana Odd Tales

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94%Game Brain Score
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94% User Score Based on 84 reviews

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Adabana Odd Tales is a single player action game. It was developed by Liar-soft and was released on June 18, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Adabana Odd Tales" is a narrative-driven, side-scrolling adventure game set in a mystical world. Players uncover a dark mystery as they navigate through beautiful, hand-drawn environments and interact with intriguing characters. The game features puzzle-solving and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different paths and make decisions that impact the story.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
story45 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The art style is stunning and unique, reminiscent of Japanese ink wash painting, which enhances the emotional resonance of the story.
  • The narrative explores deep themes of memory, identity, and the nature of storytelling, providing a thought-provoking experience.
  • The music complements the narrative beautifully, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall emotional impact of the game.
  • The pacing can be slow at times, leading to moments where the story feels dragged out or less engaging.
  • Some characters lack depth, making it difficult for players to connect with them emotionally.
  • The limited interactivity and choice mechanics may not satisfy players looking for a more gameplay-heavy experience.
  • story
    131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Adabana Odd Tales" is a unique blend of Japanese folklore and meta-narrative, exploring themes of storytelling and personal struggle through the journeys of its protagonists, Shirohime and Kurofude. While the artwork is widely praised for its beauty, opinions on the story's depth and engagement vary, with some finding it emotionally impactful and others feeling it lacks character development and pacing. Overall, the narrative offers a thought-provoking experience that resonates with players, despite some critiques regarding its predictability and execution.

    • “The story wraps itself in layers of meta-narrative, challenging the player to think critically about the role of stories—not just as entertainment, but as reflections of our inner selves and tools for coping with pain.”
    • “One of the most compelling aspects of Adabana Odd Tales is how it plays with the concept of storytelling, exploring the emotional and psychological conflicts within the characters.”
    • “The story is a beautiful journey through various Japanese folktales, each with unique twists, and it effectively intertwines the personal stories of the main characters, Shirohime and Kurofude.”
    • “Beautiful artwork and premise, dragged down by characters I didn't care about, and a story that may have lost context in translation.”
    • “Not a bad story but it's really draggy and slightly boring.”
    • “Still, with a first half that is a tad dull, an—while impactful—ultimately derivative ending, and beautiful artwork that is in some ways better than the story itself, I can't say that Adabana Odd Tales is anything more than merely good.”
  • graphics
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Adabana Odd Tales" are widely praised for their unique art style, which blends Japanese ink wash painting with contemporary anime aesthetics, creating a visually stunning experience that enhances the storytelling. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful, colorful visuals that effectively convey the game's themes and folklore elements, although some feel that the artwork occasionally overshadows the narrative. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to its appeal and immersive quality.

    • “The art style is reminiscent of Japanese ink wash painting combined with contemporary anime aesthetics, which gives the entire game a unique visual identity.”
    • “Deeply rooted in Japanese folklore, the Japanese ink painting aesthetic allows readers to immerse themselves in the fairy tale worlds that Adabana Odd Tales creates, showing the adventures of these storybook characters, along with their struggles, their motivations, and their wishes.”
    • “The graphic in this game is absolutely unique and beautiful, amazing music that is very soothing and the story is very engaging.”
    • “The graphics are the most unique of this visual novel, having been drawn in a way that brings out the traditional folklore vibes from it.”
    • “At first glance, I could tell that this visual novel was unique from its stark differences in the graphics of the art in comparison to other visual novels.”
    • “Overall, the unique feel of the graphics in comparison to other visual novels deserves the full marks for this.”
  • music
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its haunting and atmospheric quality, effectively complementing the narrative and enhancing emotional depth. While many players appreciate the varied soundtrack and its ability to set the tone, some note that the short length of individual tracks can lead to a repetitive listening experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “With its elegant art direction, evocative soundtrack, and thought-provoking writing, the game presents a deeply layered experience that sticks with the player long after the final credits roll.”
    • “Musically, the game complements its narrative with a haunting and atmospheric score.”
    • “The music was lovely and appropriate for the scenes, the writing poetic, and the illustrations were colorful, reasonably varied and evocative of the fairy-tale theme.”
    • “The soundtracks were pleasing to hear for most parts, except that there was not enough variation in the soundtracks, in my personal opinion.”
    • “With a total of 15 soundtracks and 3 ending soundtracks, the majority of them lasting only one minute or so, it makes the loop of the soundtrack throughout the game rather repetitive.”
    • “I believe this could have been done better if they had just made the soundtracks a bit longer so that there is more variation in the sounds; otherwise, you'd be hearing one-minute soundtracks looping for what seems to be thirty minutes before moving to a different soundtrack.”
  • emotional
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, with a heavy, well-crafted narrative that evokes a wide range of feelings, from heartwarming to heart-wrenching. Players appreciate the artistic presentation and philosophical depth, which enhance the emotional resonance of the story, often leading to tears and a lasting connection to the characters. The music further amplifies these emotions, making the experience both beautiful and unforgettable.

    • “The visual presentation enhances the emotional resonance of each tale, using color and design as narrative tools in their own right.”
    • “What makes Adabana Odd Tales exceptional is its emotional and thematic depth.”
    • “I cried at all of the endings, each one evoking more emotion than the next.”
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the visual novel is characterized by limited interactivity, focusing primarily on narrative and choice-driven endings, which may not appeal to those seeking more dynamic gameplay experiences. While it offers a relaxing journey through various fairy tales with a straightforward choice system, players may benefit from walkthroughs to navigate the ending mechanics effectively. Overall, the gameplay is easy and accessible, though it lacks the depth found in more traditional games.

    • “As for the gameplay, Adabana Odd Tales has various choices presented within the different fairy tales that Shirohime and Kurofude enter, which determine which one of two endings to those particular stories they'll get.”
    • “While its limited interactivity may not satisfy those looking for gameplay-heavy experiences, those willing to immerse themselves in its world will find a rich and unforgettable journey.”
    • “The gameplay of the visual novel is fairly easy considering it's an average length of 12 hours; there are not as many choices in the game as most visual novels boast to have.”
    • “It is highly advisable to look up walkthroughs if you have never played a visual novel before, as the ending mechanics are dependent on you picking the correct or wrong choices or a mix of both.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a haunting and lovely musical score that complements its fairy tale aesthetic, characterized by soft colors and traditional Japanese cultural elements. While the narrative may be predictable and the script lacks brilliance, the overall ambiance created by the music and visual style is its standout feature.

    • “Musically, the game complements its narrative with a haunting and atmospheric score.”
    • “The music is lovely too and provides great atmosphere!”
    • “The colors are softer, and they really help to give off that fairy tale atmosphere well.”
    • “The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real depth or engagement.”
    • “Despite the beautiful visuals, the overall atmosphere fails to immerse players in the game world.”
    • “The game tries to create a unique atmosphere, but it ultimately falls flat and feels generic.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted as a strong point, with detailed and expressive character designs that enhance the emotional depth of the narrative. The lush backgrounds and symbolic elements further enrich the storytelling, making the characters and their journeys compelling and engaging for players. Overall, the combination of art style, soundtrack, and world-building contributes significantly to the character development experience.

    • “I would 100% recommend it to anyone because of the art style, soundtrack, world building, and character development.”
    • “I was drawn to it at first glance—with its colorful cover art, fantastic character design, and heart-catching plot.”
    • “Character designs are detailed and expressive, and the backgrounds are lush with symbolism.”
    • “I would 100% recommend it to anyone because of the art style, soundtrack, world building and character development.”
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Adabana Odd Tales is a action game.

Adabana Odd Tales is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Phone, iPad and others.

Adabana Odd Tales was released on June 18, 2020.

Adabana Odd Tales was developed by Liar-soft.

Adabana Odd Tales has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Adabana Odd Tales is a single player game.

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