Creepy Tale 3: Ingrid Penance

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In "Creepy Tale 3: Ingrid Penance," players follow the misadventures of a spoiled girl, Ingrid, who tumbles into hell after stepping on a loaf of bread. This macabre interactive adventure offers multiple endings based on player choices and incorporates gripping puzzles with a wide variety of mechanics. To escape the underworld, Ingrid must rely on Molek, a sarcastic demon, who may hold the key to her redemption and a way home.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

story6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The visual style, locations, and intricate puzzles are really appealing, creating a captivating atmosphere.
The game offers multiple endings and choices that affect the outcome, enhancing replayability.
It is a fun puzzle game that is perfect for family evenings, providing engaging challenges.

Many puzzles are not intuitive and can feel random, often requiring trial and error or guides to solve.
The game suffers from bugs and performance issues, which can hinder the overall experience.
Some players found the pacing slow and the main character less likable compared to previous installments.

story
13 mentions
46 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The game's story features a dark and twisted narrative with a karma system that requires players to restart if they make mistakes, which can detract from the experience. While the main character may not be as likable as in previous installments, the engaging plot, challenging puzzles, and improved production value contribute to an overall compelling experience. Fans of the series will find familiar elements in the storytelling, though some may feel it lacks the creepiness of earlier games.
- “Play only if you really like racking up your brain in a dark and twisted story.”
- “It has a very dark story and a lot of interesting and challenging puzzles.”
- “The game's puzzles are challenging but rewarding, and the story keeps you engaged until the very end.”
- “Instead of a straightforward story where you can go back to any point easily, this one contains a karma system, which means you have to restart if you did anything wrong.”
- “If you like one, you will like them all since they are pretty much the same game with a new story every time.”
- “Play only if you really like racking your brain in a dark and twisted story.”
graphics
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique art style and attention to detail, offering a blend of simplicity and depth that enhances the overall experience. Users highlight the impressive animations and significant improvements in production value compared to previous installments, contributing to a polished and visually appealing adventure. The hand-drawn graphics and atmospheric visuals create memorable moments, particularly through the charming character designs.
- “Awesome animations and art style.”
- “I love this kind of game; the art style and voice acting had a big upgrade from the last one.”
- “This is a well-crafted puzzle-adventure game with stunning hand-drawn graphics and a haunting atmosphere.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its captivating qualities, featuring stunning hand-drawn graphics, an awesome soundtrack, and effective use of sound and lighting that contribute to a haunting and immersive experience. Players appreciate how the atmosphere enhances the overall enjoyment of the puzzle-adventure gameplay.
- “As the other two entries of this series, it is a fun little puzzle game that mainly lives through its atmosphere.”
- “As the other two entries in this series, it is a fun little puzzle game that mainly lives through its atmosphere.”
- “This is a well-crafted puzzle-adventure game with stunning hand-drawn graphics and a haunting atmosphere.”
- “The game's use of sound and lighting creates a spooky atmosphere that adds to the overall experience.”
music
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its awesome soundtrack and atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players found certain music puzzles to be frustrating, leading them to seek alternative audio sources. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, the execution of some puzzles detracts from the enjoyment.
- “Awesome soundtrack and atmosphere.”
- “I really liked the music in the game, and many of the puzzles were engaging.”
- “Beautiful visual style, dark setting, great music, good puzzles that really make you think, full gamepad support.”
- “I hardly got through half of the game, and at one point I started using YouTube, especially during the music puzzle where I saw a note instead of runes!”
- “I really liked the music in the game, and many of the puzzles were engaging, but many more were just clunky and obnoxious.”
replayability
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily driven by player choices that influence outcomes and the pursuit of achievements. While some players feel that the attempt to enhance replay value detracts from the initial experience, others appreciate the variety of puzzle solutions and the necessity of strategic planning for a comprehensive playthrough. Overall, it is considered more replayable than its predecessor, though it may require a significant time investment to explore all possibilities.
- “Not only is it the longest one to complete, it also has great replay value since nearly all puzzles throughout the game allow for different solutions, resulting in different outcomes in the end.”
- “I do think this game is a lot more replayable than the second one. You literally can't see everything on the first playthrough, and if you want to see if those 'points' do anything, you will have to plan your route very well (a bit too extreme for my liking, but I guess it's there if you want to invest a lot of time in the game).”
- “There is even some replayability, as your choices (good vs. bad) affect the outcome, though it is mainly to get the achievements.”
- “Too many things meshed up into one single experience; trying to make it have replayability ended up taking away the charm of what looked like a great puzzler.”
- “I do think this game is a lot more replayable than the second one. You literally can't see everything on the first playthrough, and if you want to see if those 'points' do anything, you will have to plan your route very well (a bit too extreme for my liking, but I guess it's there if you want to drop a lot of time in the game).”
gameplay
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the mechanics while others criticize it for being repetitive and tedious, compounded by bugs and poorly designed puzzles. Despite these issues, there are still enjoyable elements that some players appreciate.
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics are intuitive yet challenging.”
- “The variety of gameplay options allows for a unique experience every time.”
- “Can't recommend it because of bugs, poorly thought-out puzzles (although most are fine), and tedious gameplay sequences that drain your interest.”
- “Some players may find the gameplay mechanics a bit repetitive at times.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and draining, citing bugs and poorly designed puzzles as contributing factors that diminish overall enjoyment.
- “Can't recommend it because of bugs, poorly thought-out puzzles (although most are fine), and tedious gameplay sequences that drain your interest.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of funny and disturbing moments, which many players find to be a primary reason for engaging with it. The element of surprise adds to the enjoyment, making even the act of character death entertaining.
- “There were still a lot of funny and disturbing moments. I think that is very much the main reason to play the game, just to see if it can surprise you. It's one of those games where it's actually fun to kill the character.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is considered decent for an indie title, with some characters potentially offering excessive performance, but it generally meets player expectations.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, especially considering it's an indie title.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game runs on lower-end hardware.”
- “The developers have done a great job optimizing the gameplay experience without sacrificing quality.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that severely impacted my experience, indicating a lack of attention to optimization.”