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Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a great-looking game, but the loop of crafting and unlocking skills is where it's at its finest.
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76%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, replayability
78% User Score Based on 900 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 12 reviews

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Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Lazy Bear Games and was released on September 5, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story" is a charming crafting RPG set in the magical world of Bandle City. As a shy yordle from a knitting-obsessed island, you'll face a massive threat to your home and must grow in courage and skill to save it. The Digital Deluxe Edition offers exclusive poro outfits, backpack designs, pathway effects, and recipes for added customization .

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 900 reviews
story132 positive mentions
grinding189 negative mentions

  • The game features adorable graphics and charming pixel art that create a cozy atmosphere.
  • The crafting mechanics are engaging, with a unique aura system that adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The story is whimsical and filled with fun dialogue, making it enjoyable for fans of the League of Legends universe.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with many fetch quests that feel tedious over time.
  • The tutorial and instructions are often unclear, leading to confusion about how to progress.
  • The XP system has diminishing returns, making it difficult to level up and unlock new skills as the game progresses.
  • story
    511 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story" is generally described as charming and whimsical, featuring cute characters and engaging dialogue that appeals to fans of the League of Legends universe. However, many players find the quest mechanics frustratingly linear and repetitive, often requiring extensive crafting and skill unlocking that can detract from the overall enjoyment of the narrative. While some appreciate the cozy atmosphere and lighthearted themes, others criticize the story for being simplistic and the gameplay for lacking depth, leading to a mixed reception regarding its storytelling effectiveness.

    • “The story is a bit charming, and there's a lot of amusing little characters.”
    • “In conclusion, 'Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story' is a captivating and enjoyable game that offers a perfect blend of adventure, strategy, and storytelling.”
    • “I love taking my time with the story and enjoying the cuteness!”
    • “The story is straight up bad, with caricature characters and long written dialogues every few minutes.”
    • “The main problem with that is that the quests themselves aren't that fun, forcing you to walk around the world and back just to talk to characters and stop from time to time to craft specific items.”
    • “It's comprised of repetitive, linear, and pointless tasks disguised as an actual storyline.”
  • gameplay
    228 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Bandle Tale" features a charming crafting system and engaging mechanics, but it can become repetitive and tedious as players progress. While the game offers a cozy atmosphere and a variety of activities, many users found the mechanics convoluted and poorly explained, leading to frustration. Overall, the experience is enjoyable for those who appreciate crafting and exploration, but it may not satisfy players seeking deeper gameplay or more freedom in their actions.

    • “Bandle Tale was not what I initially expected it to be; however, I was very positively surprised by the gameplay mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay blends surprisingly nicely with the League of Legends story setting, giving the right amount of recognizable elements to give you an 'oh right!' moment.”
    • “The game mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it accessible to players of all skill levels.”
    • “The most important thing is the boring gameplay and game design decisions.”
    • “The game feels very raw and unfinished from the gameplay side.”
    • “Map should have been more concentrated, timers shorter and sleep mechanic could have been skipped completely, inventory management is a joke, everything is slowing you down in the most boring way possible.”
  • grinding
    193 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is characterized by a significant amount of grinding, which can lead to repetitive and tedious gameplay, especially as players progress. While some enjoy the grind for crafting and resource gathering, others find it overwhelming and lacking direction, making it less appealing for those seeking a more casual experience. Overall, the grindiness is a core aspect of the game, and players' enjoyment largely depends on their tolerance for such mechanics.

    • “The mechanics are basically collecting and crafting; it is not grindy, and the day and night cycle is just for cosmetics. You don't need to worry about time in this game at all. There are no stamina issues either; you have a stamina bar that is just for running, but all other interactions are unlimited!”
    • “It's not a sit back and relax game, not a crafting game (although there is crafting), not farming.”
    • “This game starts off as rather fun and really pretty before quickly devolving into a needlessly grindy series of tasks.”
    • “Overall, the game can be enjoyable if you go in with the right mentality but for me, the grindiness and lack of direction on how to achieve something that seems simple just don't make much sense.”
    • “It's fun for about 30 minutes when you arrive at bandle university, but as soon as you unlock the other 3 places it becomes completely insufferable as you have to jump from place to place doing the most mind-numbingly boring 'grinding' activities in order to move forward with your skills.”
  • graphics
    124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and intricate details that create an immersive and cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate the whimsical aesthetics and adorable character designs, which enhance the overall experience, although some note that the gameplay can feel repetitive despite the appealing visuals. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal as a cozy crafting adventure.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that truly bring the world of Bandle City to life.”
    • “Bandle Tale has clear and beautiful pixel graphics and super cute animations.”
    • “The art style is beautiful, and the world is colorful, carefully constructed, and interesting to explore.”
    • “The gameplay felt repetitive and very unforgiving, and the story/visuals weren't really enough to keep me playing.”
    • “I usually have a hard time with pixel graphics games because I find it hard to read what's going on.”
    • “It's like they had a solid vision for the aesthetics and story, but didn't really put the same amount of planning into the actual gameplay.”
  • music
    70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its cozy and enchanting qualities, complementing the adorable graphics and characters. Many players find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere, although some note a lack of variety in the tracks. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's charm, making it a standout feature for many reviewers.

    • “The setting and the characters are adorable, very cute art and really nice cozy music.”
    • “The animation is amazing and the music is also phenomenal.”
    • “The art is extremely pretty, and the music is enchanting.”
    • “It's filled with repetitive mechanics and sounds (is there really only one song in the soundtrack?!).”
    • “I'm not that invested in the soundtrack of most games but this one definitely has great ambiance and fitting tracks of each game feature/task.”
    • “⭬ about the soundtrack: I'm not sure if I wasn't paying attention or if it really isn't memorable, so I'll try to listen more carefully in the future!”
  • humor
    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story" is generally well-received, with many praising the witty dialogue and funny character interactions that evoke laughter. However, some players feel that the absence of the franchise's trademark surreal and dark humor diminishes their engagement with the story. Overall, while the game features cute aesthetics and charming banter, opinions vary on the depth and entertainment value of the humor.

    • “The dialogue was well written, witty, and funny.”
    • “The worldbuilding was done very well, all the islands are so cute and the characters have hilarious dialogue.”
    • “The settings are adorable and the characters and their banter have made me laugh out loud more than once.”
  • emotional
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its cozy and wholesome narrative, appealing to players who enjoy family-friendly experiences. However, some reviewers find the overly cheerful tone excessive and the pacing inconsistent, which can disrupt the intended relaxed atmosphere. Overall, it is recommended for fans of wholesome crafting games, despite some criticisms regarding the story and dialogue.

    • “There are of course a lot of hints and references to League and their lore, but the core of this game is just a wholesome narrative exploration/gathering game.”
    • “I've had a great time and if you enjoy Lazy Bear's games, Riot Forge, or just a cozy wholesome game, I'm sure this is one for you!”
    • “Its been a wholesome, family-friendly ride so far.”
  • replayability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks significant replayability, with users noting that it offers no end game content and follows a linear progression that does not change upon replay. Many feel that the experience is limited to a single playthrough, as the same story and quests must be repeated without variation, diminishing its lasting appeal despite its appealing aesthetics and sound design.

    • “There is 0 end game or replayability in this game.”
    • “So it's not replayable, as it's the same story, same course of action, same progression.”
    • “Beyond the cute aesthetics, decent sound design, and nods to other titles in the 'LOL universe,' I don't think this title has much lasting power, as is, and little to no replay value.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of Bandle Tale is consistently praised for its whimsical and cozy nature, enhanced by beautiful pixel graphics and smooth gameplay mechanics. Reviewers highlight the engaging story and relaxing ambiance, making it a delightful experience for fans of low-stakes, charming games.

    • “The atmosphere is great, story is engaging, and mechanics are smooth.”
    • “Relaxing atmosphere, beautiful pixel art and animations.”
    • “The cozy atmosphere is delightful and the gameplay is very well thought out.”
  • character development
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this game is noted to be enjoyable and engaging, though it may not align with expectations for extensive lore or depth akin to League of Legends. Players appreciate the balance of character growth alongside other elements like exploration and crafting, contributing to an overall positive experience.

    • “I enjoyed the plot and the character development.”
    • “If you expect anything related to League of Legends lore or extensive character development, this game is not for you.”
    • “This game offered a lot of different things - character development, exploration, family, crafting, and partying!”
  • monetization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is primarily based on optional skin purchases, as it is free to play with no microtransactions or in-game store, which may lead some players to find the prices for skins off-putting.

    • “But I understand that since League of Legends itself is a free-to-play game, some of the people coming from the client advertisements might balk at the price.”
    • “No microtransactions, no in-game store.”
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30h Median play time
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Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Steam Deck, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 218 hours playing Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story.

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story was released on September 5, 2023.

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story was developed by Lazy Bear Games.

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a single player game.

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