Creepy Tale: Some Other Place

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"Creepy Tale: Some Other Place" is a dynamic quest game set in a fairytale world, with a focus on gripping puzzles, a chilling storyline, and unique hand-drawn 2D art-style. The game features professional voice acting and a beautiful soundscape, providing an immersive experience for players of all ages. For the best experience, it is recommended to play using a gamepad.

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Play Modes

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

Creepy Tale: Some Other Place screenshot

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

story20 positive mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a captivating art style that enhances the eerie atmosphere.
Puzzles are generally straightforward yet engaging, making for a relaxing gameplay experience.
The story is intriguing and fits well within the creepy fairy tale theme, appealing to fans of the genre.

The game is quite short, with many players wishing for a longer experience.
Some puzzles can feel vague or require external guides, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
It lacks the suspense and horror elements present in previous installments, making it less scary.

story
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as a creepy and engaging narrative set in a dark, unsettling world, featuring a mix of familiar fairy tale elements and unique twists. While some players found the plot to be simple and occasionally vague, it effectively sets the stage for a sequel and is complemented by interesting characters and a stylish atmosphere. Overall, the combination of a spine-tingling story and challenging puzzles makes it a must-play for fans of the genre.
- “An excellent point-and-click adventure that combines a tense atmosphere, challenging puzzles, and a gripping story.”
- “A must play for all fans of the genre - a new frightening story with excellent hand-drawn graphics and eerie atmosphere.”
- “The story was only alright, but it also sets up a sequel, so we will probably get more of the story.”
- “Game a bit too short, and story a bit too vague, compared to 'Creepy Tale 3', but still a great game with very good decisions in animation and placement of pickups.”
- “The story begins with what seemed like a peaceful fishing trip on an autumn morning, but things quickly took a dark turn, transporting Martin to a strange, unsettling world.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their stunning art style, unique character designs, and beautiful visuals that maintain the series' signature aesthetic. Players appreciate the evolution of the graphics across the games while still retaining a familiar atmosphere, complemented by excellent sound design. Overall, the combination of gorgeous artwork and a creepy ambiance enhances the gameplay experience, making it a standout feature of the title.
- “The visuals have evolved through each of the four games, but never lost their unique style.”
- “With its beautiful visuals and puzzling riddles, this game has lived up to my expectations and is deserving of its place in this hit series.”
- “A must play for all fans of the genre - a new frightening story with excellent hand-drawn graphics and eerie atmosphere.”
atmosphere
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its spine-tingling and immersive qualities, enhanced by a superb soundtrack that complements the eerie visuals and menacing settings. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a sense of dread reminiscent of classic fairy tales, making it a must-play for fans of atmospheric horror and adventure genres. Overall, the combination of stylish graphics, engaging puzzles, and a captivating narrative creates a deeply engaging experience that draws players in from the start.
- “The developer has managed to create a truly spine-tingling atmosphere.”
- “Creepy tale: some other place features many chapters filled with menacing characters, spooky places, and a bone-chilling atmosphere reminiscent of the Grimm brothers’ fairy tales.”
- “Creepy tale: Some Other Place features many chapters filled with menacing characters, spooky places, and a bone-chilling atmosphere reminiscent of the Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales.”
- “From the moment I started playing, I was drawn into its mysterious and eerie atmosphere.”
- “An excellent point-and-click adventure that combines a tense atmosphere, challenging puzzles, and a gripping story.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent work of composer Alexander Ahura. The soundtrack is described as immersive and perfectly suited to the game's eerie ambiance, effectively capturing its sinister tone and contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- “The music captures the sinister atmosphere superbly.”
- “The sound effects and music are created by Alexander Ahura, who has done a fantastic job with it.”
- “Excellent drawing and a pleasant soundtrack create a great immersion in the style of the game.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Creepy Tale: Some Other Place" is highlighted by its unique time manipulation mechanic, which introduces fresh and engaging puzzles that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the visually stunning design, interesting characters, and the relaxing yet challenging nature of the puzzles, making it a captivating game that leaves them eager for future installments.
- “Eventually you acquire a ring which adds an interesting time manipulation mechanic to the game.”
- “Time mechanics are abundant in puzzle games, but the way Creepy Brothers uses it is pretty unique, adding a new type of puzzle to the Creepy Tale series.”
- “I really liked this mechanic; it greatly changed the pace of the game, immediately giving many new opportunities.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humorous plot that complements its stylish dark atmosphere and intriguing puzzles, creating a magical and weird experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with exploration, enhancing their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Stylish dark atmosphere, interesting puzzles, and a humorous plot leave extremely pleasant impressions after completing this game.”
- “Pros: magical and weird, the artwork is great, puzzles can be interesting, you want to explore this weird world, and it also has humor.”