Brok: Natal Tail, A New Christmas
- December 13, 2024
- COWCAT
Get on Steam"Brok: Natal Tail, A New Christmas" is a free visual novel serving as a prequel to "BROK the InvestiGator." It introduces characters and game terminology within a dystopian setting, where the ancient tradition "Natal Untail" is celebrated. Expect an intriguing hour-long story that highlights the enduring values of sharing and friendship. Donations are welcome to support future BROK projects.
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Reviews
- A charming and heartwarming Christmas story that beautifully captures the spirit of the holidays.
- It's a free visual novel that serves as a delightful introduction to the characters and lore of the BROK universe.
- The game features lovely visuals and music, making it a cozy experience perfect for fans of narrative-driven titles.
- The game lacks choices and branching paths, which may disappoint players expecting a traditional visual novel experience.
- There is no voice acting, which some players feel detracts from the overall immersion.
- The short playtime of around an hour may leave some players wanting more content.
- story55 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story of "Brok - Natal Tail" is a charming and heartwarming holiday-themed narrative that serves as a prequel to the main game, offering players a glimpse into the backstory of beloved characters. While it follows a linear path without choices, the writing is praised for its emotional depth and relatability, making it a delightful experience that captures the essence of Christmas. Overall, it is a sweet, well-crafted tale that enriches the lore of the Brok universe and is highly recommended for fans and newcomers alike.
“Brok - Natal Tail: a new Christmas offers a charming holiday-themed adventure, blending point-and-click gameplay with light-hearted puzzles and heartwarming storytelling.”
“The story is quite heartwarming and it gives some backstory and context to the main game.”
“It's a visual novel with no dialogue choices, and there's no voice acting, so those are different from the main game, but I mean come on: it's a really well-written story for no cost at all (not to say that a lack of story choices or voice acting are even *bad* in any capacity, just different).”
“This dystopian Christmas story is heartwarming and cute, took around 1 hour to see the characters and their conflicts that I may assume were prior to the story of the main game, and I see they're introducing new characters to know more, or would be a clue for the upcoming DLC, I guess?”
“This little story set prior to the game events served as a good tie-in to certain elements seen in the main plot, and was absolutely enjoyable.”
- emotional18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Brok - Natal Tail" is characterized by its heartwarming storytelling and character development, offering players a charming holiday-themed adventure that evokes a range of feelings. While the narrative lacks choices or branching paths, it effectively delivers a wholesome tale filled with both touching and bittersweet moments, making it a delightful experience for both new players and fans of the original game. Overall, the game is praised for its splendid writing and ability to connect players emotionally with its characters and their backstories.
“The story is quite heartwarming and it gives some backstory and context to the main game.”
“Seeing the background of the characters before the main game was awesome and the story, while it was a little emotional rollercoaster, really did touch my feelings, splendid writing!”
“There's heartwarming parts, heartbreaking parts, and gives a good insight into life prior to the events of the main game.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for being an original soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, although some players may encounter technical issues that prevent them from hearing it initially. Overall, it contributes positively to the storytelling and visual elements, making it a standout feature for fans of the genre.
“Cowcat, thank you for giving us Brok fans such an amazing visual novel with an incredible story, art, and music!”
“No choices to make, just reading set to some simple visuals and music.”
“I think it even has a soundtrack composed just for it, though sadly I failed to realize this until I reached the end. I think my computer messed up when starting it up and didn't play the audio for the game (so if you have that problem, make sure to relaunch it before you get too engrossed in the story to want to exit and open it up again).”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"Brok - natal tail: a new christmas" features a charming holiday-themed adventure that combines point-and-click gameplay with light-hearted puzzles and heartwarming storytelling. While it lacks traditional physical gameplay, fans of the series will likely find it enjoyable.
“Brok - Natal Tail: A New Christmas offers a charming holiday-themed adventure, blending point-and-click gameplay with light-hearted puzzles and heartwarming storytelling.”
“This is just a story with no physical gameplay, but I really enjoy it, and if you're a Brok fan, I would highly recommend it!”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a festive and joyful ambiance, enhanced by charming characters, while the dystopian setting adds depth that is better appreciated by those familiar with the context from "Brok the Investigator."
“The festive atmosphere and delightful characters make it a joy to experience.”
“You don't need to play Brok the Investigator before playing this, but it definitely helps to better understand the context and atmosphere of this dystopian future the setting takes place in.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in its world.”
“Despite the intriguing premise, the overall atmosphere fails to evoke any real sense of tension or urgency.”
“The game’s atmosphere is disappointingly generic, making it hard to feel connected to the story or characters.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are minimalistic, primarily serving as a backdrop to the narrative, with simple visuals and music that enhance the reading experience rather than offering interactive choices.
“The graphics are incredibly basic, making the game feel outdated and unengaging.”
“The visuals lack detail and creativity, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The art style is uninspired, leaving the game feeling flat and lifeless.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's humor for its ability to blend funny moments with relatable themes, such as the stress of the holiday season. The narrative effectively balances intense and happy elements, while also providing insights into cultural traditions, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The funny parts, the sad and stressful parts (I can relate to that during Christmas... hehe), the intense parts, and the happy parts. I love how the story unfolds, and I learned about the traditions of Natal Tail!”
