Creepy Tale

Creepy Tale never relies on typical puzzle tropes, and has a wonderful art style that is both unsettling and beautiful in equal measure. It's to clever for its own good, and the amount of times you'll struggle far outweighs the enjoyment of solving the mystery of your missing brother.

80%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

grinding, stability

80% User Score Based on 562 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

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About

In Creepy Tale, players guide a young boy through a dark fantasy world filled with sinister creatures. The game features puzzle-solving and stealth-based gameplay as the boy seeks to rescue his kidnapped brother. With its unique art style and atmospheric soundtrack, Creepy Tale offers a spooky and immersive experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 562 reviews

story69 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

The art style is beautifully crafted, creating a captivating and eerie atmosphere.
The puzzles are engaging and require critical thinking, providing a satisfying challenge.
The game successfully evokes a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of classic fairy tales.

The game is very short, typically completed in under two hours, leaving players wanting more.
Many puzzles rely on trial and error rather than logic, which can be frustrating.
Controls can feel clunky and imprecise, leading to unnecessary deaths and repeated sections.

story
197 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
63%
2%
The story of "Creepy Tale" is a short yet engaging narrative centered around two brothers who venture into a dark forest, only to encounter eerie creatures and challenges as they seek to rescue one another. While the game employs visual storytelling effectively, many players feel the plot lacks depth and clarity, leaving some elements ambiguous and underexplored. Overall, the combination of captivating art, atmospheric music, and a simple, dark fairy tale-like storyline creates an intriguing experience, though some players desire a more fleshed-out narrative.
- “Creepy Tale is a masterclass in blending eerie storytelling with captivating visuals, earning a well-deserved 11/10 in my book.”
- “The story along with its characters were interesting; I certainly had two favorites. The game has an episode selector which is fantastic, especially for obtaining the remaining achievements more easily.”
- “The story is creepy and has some horror vibes, but I do wish the ending portion had its section more fleshed out.”
- “The story is not clear and the game is short; you can complete the game within an hour.”
- “The story, such as it is, felt much more like a prototype than a fully fleshed-out tale, so the summary which says 'find out the dark story that befell the once-calm and peaceful forest...' is a bit of an overstatement.”
- “There is no storytelling and everything is visual and up to the player’s imagination on what is happening.”
graphics
185 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
42%
3%
The graphics of "Creepy Tale" are widely praised for their unique, hand-drawn art style that effectively captures a dark, fairy tale atmosphere reminiscent of classic stories. While many reviewers appreciate the beautiful visuals and how they enhance the game's eerie narrative, some note that the simplistic 2D graphics may not meet the expectations of players accustomed to more complex designs. Overall, the art style is considered the standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and immersive experience.
- “The art style is one of the game's standout features.”
- “Each scene is beautifully crafted, with a distinctive aesthetic that draws you in and keeps you on edge.”
- “The art style is beautiful and gives the game a haunting creepy atmosphere.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is very low, beneath what PC gamers have come to expect in this era of cutting-edge photorealistic 3D graphics.”
- “I was drawn to this game because of its art style, but the kind of stiff animation lessens its charm.”
atmosphere
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
34%
3%
The atmosphere of "Creepy Tale" is widely praised for its rich, eerie, and immersive qualities, effectively blending haunting visuals and a fitting soundtrack to create a dark fairy tale experience. While some players found certain puzzles to detract from the overall immersion, the game's unique art style and atmospheric storytelling resonate well with fans of creepy adventures. Overall, it delivers a captivating yet unsettling ambiance that draws players into its mysterious world.
- “From the moment you dive into its unsettling world, you're greeted with a rich atmosphere that immerses you in a haunting fairy tale.”
- “Creepy tale is an incredibly atmospheric indie game that immediately captivates with its unique style and mysterious world.”
- “The art and atmosphere are amazing and make the game feel great to play.”
- “The atmosphere is dark and mysterious, the story is interesting and ambiguous.”
- “Creepy Tale is a game that stands out for its disturbing atmosphere and dark narrative.”
- “Great game with a dark and eerie atmosphere, but the clunky and straight-up bad inputs make this game not a great experience because it quickly gets frustrating.”
gameplay
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
71%
13%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of intuitive mechanics and engaging puzzles, though it often relies heavily on trial and error, which can lead to frustration. While the unique art style and atmosphere are praised, many players find the gameplay itself to be mediocre, with issues such as unclear mechanics and a lack of direction. Overall, the experience is described as enjoyable for a short duration, but it may not satisfy those seeking depth or complexity in gameplay.
- “The gameplay mechanics are intuitive yet engaging, with puzzles that challenge your mind without feeling overly frustrating.”
- “The gameplay is fun and straightforward, with an absence of the usual galaxy-brain puzzle solutions that tend to plague point-and-click adventure games.”
- “I truly appreciate the idea and the environment, but the mechanics are just not a good fit for a gamer like me.”
- “Bad and frustrating gameplay makes it not worth it.”
- “The gameplay lacked direction and clarity, which is one of the reasons why I couldn't fully immerse myself in it.”
- “Very annoying gameplay and it's not clear where to place objects, there are no hints and logic is strange.”
music
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
41%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the eerie atmosphere, effectively complementing the visuals and creating a haunting emotional backdrop. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is captivating and fits well with the game's dark fairy tale theme, although some mention it can feel generic or sparse at times. Overall, the combination of music and sound design significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience, making it a standout feature.
- “The soundtrack to the creepy tale perfectly underscores the eerie atmosphere of the game, drawing you even deeper into this creepy world.”
- “The music not only complements the visuals but also creates an emotional backdrop that makes you feel tension and unease with every step.”
- “Additionally, the soundtrack is subtle and blends everything together, with a haunting main melody that may just end up lingering in your head even after you've completed your creepy tale adventure.”
- “The music/sound design is what you would expect for a game like this; it's good and it fits, but overall it doesn't stand out and is kind of generic.”
- “The sounds are noisy, the music has gaps when looping, and the animations are a little bit clunky.”
- “I would've liked a better soundtrack to pair with the charming graphics.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring them to repeat sections and solve puzzles multiple times due to frequent deaths. The lack of engaging achievements and the repetitive nature of the gameplay contribute to an overall sense of boredom and annoyance.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game is pretty unforgiving with death coming frequently and as you are forced to repeat some sections multiple times, it just becomes tedious and boring.”
- “Really wanted to like this but so many of the puzzles involved time wasting where if you messed up you had to go through a long tedious process over and over again.”
- “The gameplay is to run forward and solve some tedious puzzles.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is generally criticized for being buggy, with users reporting issues such as glitches, unresponsive controls, and getting stuck in the environment, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. However, some players noted that the game did not crash and was playable despite these issues. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from a lack of polish and attention to detail.
- “Sure, it doesn't do a good job highlighting what's interactable, a couple of puzzles had to be retried due to glitches, and it's more difficult than it should be to go up and down stairs.”
- “The controls get buggy at certain points, making you die like an idiot (e.g. you want to climb some stairs while a monster is approaching but the character keeps doing the shrug animation and stays put).”
- “It's fairly buggy, got stuck in scenery a couple of times and had to restart.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it lacking and not their style, others appreciate its comedic elements, particularly the funny monster designs and sounds. Many moments elicit genuine laughter, and the creative puzzles contribute to an overall enjoyable experience. The music, especially in specific areas, is also noted for its humorous charm.
- “If you're looking for a funny game to just use as a distraction - this is perfect.”
- “The monsters are funny and well designed.”
- “Their sounds are hilarious.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its beautifully crafted visuals and music that effectively create tension and unease, contributing to a powerful experience. However, while some players find the ending touching, others feel it falls flat and anticlimactic, with repetitive musical elements that detract from the intended emotional impact.
- “If you appreciate beautifully crafted indie games that deliver both a visual and emotional punch, this is a must-play.”
- “The music not only complements the visuals but also creates an emotional backdrop that makes you feel tension and unease with every step.”
- “Sweet touching ending.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Character development is highlighted by its appealing and cute design, which resonates well with players. The influence of John Kenn Mortensen's artwork adds a unique charm to the characters, enhancing their overall attractiveness.
- “The overall character design is extremely cute and attractive to the general player. (Disclaimer: I streamed it, so I take mine and my audience's opinion here as a general rule, which may still have exceptions.)”
- “The inspiration in character design taken from the artwork of John Kenn Mortensen is a nice touch.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on a personal level.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me disappointed with their growth throughout the game.”
- “The dialogue options are limited, which restricts the ability to shape the characters' personalities and relationships.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find that the game lacks strong replayability, particularly noting that puzzle games typically do not encourage multiple playthroughs. Additionally, the appeal of achievements does not significantly enhance the desire to replay the game.
- “Sure, it was the first and the last time I started it, but puzzle games aren't exactly known for their replayability.”
- “The game lacks the depth and variety needed to make me want to play it again.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and experience it all over again.”