Azazel's Christmas Fable

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In "Azazel's Christmas Fable" , players assume the role of Azazel, a devilish imp on a quest from his overlord to destroy the source of joy at the North Pole. This 8-bit retro-style point-and-click adventure features nostalgic gameplay, quirky characters, and a variety of puzzles to solve. Explore Santa's village and the underworld as you attempt to sabotage Christmas and earn respect among your demonic peers. Suitable for ages 7 to 77.

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

humor52 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Charming and humorous point-and-click adventure with a delightful Christmas theme.
Puzzles are logical and fun, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
Fully voiced characters and vibrant pixel art enhance the nostalgic experience, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.

The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 3-5 hours, which may leave some players wanting more.
Some players experienced difficulty navigating due to resolution issues and the lack of a hotspot highlighting feature.
A few puzzles can be frustratingly simple or require pixel hunting, which may detract from the overall experience.

humor
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its clever and layered humor, featuring witty dialogue and quirky characters that appeal to both adults and younger audiences. Reviewers highlight the fun, engaging puzzles and the charming Christmas setting, noting that the humor ranges from light-hearted to subtly dark, making it enjoyable for a wide range of players. Overall, it is described as a delightful point-and-click adventure that successfully combines humor with engaging gameplay.
- “This game is truly a gem, filled with delightful, quirky, layered humor and charm. It was special enough that it even made my evening on Christmas Eve this year extra enjoyable.”
- “The story about a creature from hell infiltrating the North Pole to ruin/save Christmas was funny and cute, but not super sugary sweet like some holiday games can be.”
- “The game has that specific kind of charm where it can appeal to adults with some of its humor because younger players won’t understand some of the jokes, but it is clean and engaging enough for younger audiences.”
story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
52%
6%
The story of "Azazel's Christmas Fable" is a charming and humorous tale featuring a clumsy demon on a quest to infiltrate the North Pole and either ruin or save Christmas. With a vibrant cast of quirky characters and clever writing filled with jokes and cheeky references, the narrative strikes a balance between lightheartedness and darker themes, making it engaging and enjoyable. The game combines this delightful story with well-crafted puzzles and excellent voice acting, creating a wholesome experience that resonates with players.
- “The story about a creature from hell infiltrating the North Pole to ruin/save Christmas was funny and cute but not super sugary sweet like some holiday games can be.”
- “The story is fantastic; it is lighthearted and fun, filled with both Christmas and dark references alike.”
- “Azazel's Christmas fable offers a charming story, an interesting and unique cast of characters, some well-crafted music, and some logical and compelling puzzles.”
- “I find puzzle games frustrating, so I didn't make it through this entirely, but I have to say I stuck with it for 3 hours because it really does have a lot of life and charm in the story, setting, and characters!”
- “This is a simple point-and-click game that contains the usual suspects: collect items, interact with characters and the environment at large (sometimes with items), solve puzzles, and finally combine those gameplay elements to unravel the ugly Christmas sweater that is your overarching story objective.”
- “Without giving too much away, you play as a little clumsy demon sent by the dark lord himself on a mission to destroy Christmas.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
13%
4%
The music in "Azazel’s Christmas Fable" is widely praised for its thematic and festive quality, perfectly complementing the game's charming story and endearing characters. Players appreciate the well-crafted original soundtrack, which remains engaging without becoming repetitive, and the effective use of voice acting enhances the overall experience. The blend of atmospheric sound effects and catchy tunes contributes to a delightful adventure that captures the holiday spirit.
- “Lovely OST and fully voiced, this game is clearly a labor of love.”
- “Another thing that I really enjoyed was the music in the game - it remained thematic and pleasant to listen to during my playthrough.”
- “The soundtrack is a brilliant match for Christmas.”
- “There is a hint of holiday music playing in the background as you run around trying to find cinnamon for a gingerbread man or accidentally letting all the reindeer escape the barn while hunting for items.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The gameplay is a classic point-and-click experience that combines simple mechanics with engaging puzzles, offering a nostalgic nod to genre staples while maintaining a charming simplicity. Players can expect to collect items, interact with characters, and solve a variety of puzzles, with a completion time of around three and a half hours. The streamlined design, including quick navigation and straightforward interactions, enhances the overall enjoyment while minimizing frustration.
- “Many fun, subtle nods to the classics that point-and-click aficionados will appreciate (moon logic, anyone?). The writing echoes comedy staples like Sam & Max and Space Quest, puzzle mechanics touch upon everything from mixed-up Mother Goose to Myst, and the atmosphere shimmers with the place-out-of-time vibe of Loom.”
- “This is a simple point-and-click game that contains the usual suspects: collect items, interact with characters and the environment at large (sometimes with items), solve puzzles, and finally combine those gameplay elements to unravel the ugly Christmas sweater that is your overarching story objective.”
- “The gameplay is simple, while having enough variety and difficulty to keep your brain engaged.”
- “Describing the gameplay gives off the impression that the game is very basic, and whilst it is, mechanically speaking, it is this simplicity that adds to its charm.”
- “The gameplay is straightforward; each hotspot has only one interaction.”
- “I don't think that having a hotspot system is an objective improvement because the 'hidden-object' gameplay is part of the genre, but it does remove a lot of the frustration.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The graphics are praised for their colorful and vibrant cartoony style, fitting well with the festive holiday theme. The hand-drawn backgrounds and retro 8-bit aesthetics evoke nostalgia while remaining visually appealing, making it easy for players to navigate the game. Overall, the art style is considered charming and enhances the engaging storyline and character interactions.
- “In a nutshell, the graphics are colorful and vibrant, enchantingly illustrated in a cartoony sort of way and appropriately festive for the holiday story theme.”
- “It's a really cute Christmas-themed, retro point-and-click style game with quite a few quirky characters, a fun and expansive storyline, beautiful visuals, and lots of fantastic as well as some surprisingly complex puzzles!”
- “The backgrounds are hand-drawn and bright, and despite the pixelated visuals, I found it quite simple to find the items I needed.”
- “The backgrounds are hand-drawn and bright, and despite the pixellated visuals, I found it quite simple to find the items I needed.”
- “Now there are a lot of games that go for that retro aesthetic and old adventure vibes; however, I think you did it in a way where it was still fun to explore the game despite the highly pixellated environment.”
- “In a nutshell, overall, the graphics are colorful and vibrant, enchantingly beautifully illustrated in a cartoony sort of way and appropriately festive for the holiday story theme.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game surprisingly wholesome despite its "evil" themes, highlighting its cute aesthetics and family-friendly appeal. The emotional closure provided for the characters adds to the overall feel-good experience, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults. The humorous credits further enhance the game's charming and uplifting vibe.
- “Also having that extra closure with all of the characters was a very nice touch; it just felt so wholesome when I finished the story (hilarious credits too).”
- “Super cute and wholesome game.”
- “How is his whole vibe wholesome even though he's meant to be 'evil'?”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is richly crafted, featuring clever nods to classic point-and-click titles and a whimsical, timeless quality reminiscent of games like Loom. The writing and unique characterizations, particularly Azazel's humorous take on Christmas, enhance the immersive experience, complemented by an atmospheric soundtrack that further enriches the game's charm.
- “Many fun, subtle nods to the classics that point-and-click aficionados will appreciate (moon logic, anyone?). The writing echoes comedy staples like Sam & Max and Space Quest, puzzle mechanics touch upon everything from mixed-up Mother Goose to Myst, and the atmosphere shimmers with the place-out-of-time vibe of Loom.”
- “The characters are unique and well-defined; Azazel’s grouchy comments on Christmas and his devilish rendition of classic Christmas tunes all add to the wonderful atmosphere the game oozes right from the very beginning.”
- “- atmospheric soundtrack”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, providing a fun experience with appropriately challenging puzzles and excellent voice performances, contributing to an enjoyable seasonal gameplay experience.
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in this 2D game is enhanced by its incorporation of 3D character design, providing a visually appealing and dynamic experience. However, further details on the depth of character arcs or growth are not mentioned.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users perceive the game's stability as commendable, noting a smooth experience reminiscent of older titles, but without the typical glitches and bumps associated with them. This suggests a polished performance that enhances gameplay enjoyment.
- “I definitely felt like I was playing a much older game than from 2022, just without all of the bumps and glitches.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's replayability is considered somewhat limited, with players indicating that while there are elements that encourage multiple playthroughs, they may not be compelling enough to draw players back frequently.
- “Replayability value: somewhat.”
- “Replayability value: somewhat.”

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4h Median play time

4h Average play time

3-4h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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