Epistory: Typing Chronicles

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"Epistory: Typing Chronicles" is an atmospheric adventure game where you play as a muse, exploring a paper craft world on a giant three-tailed fox. Every action is controlled through typing, from movement to battling enemies. As you gather inspiration and solve mysteries, the story unfolds in the writer's mind, revealing the magic power of words.

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

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,633 reviews

story1.2k positive mentions

grinding73 negative mentions

Beautiful art style and engaging narrative that unfolds as you progress through the game.
Unique gameplay mechanics that combine typing with exploration and puzzle-solving.
Adaptive difficulty that adjusts to the player's typing speed, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced typists.

Some puzzles and combat encounters can become repetitive and tedious over time.
The story can feel vague and clichéd, lacking depth and character development.
Movement controls can be clunky, especially in certain areas like ice puzzles, which may frustrate players.

story
2,959 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in *Epistory - Typing Chronicles* is a blend of personal growth and self-discovery, narrated through a unique gameplay mechanic where players type words to interact with the environment and combat enemies. While the narrative unfolds in a poetic and abstract manner, many players found it engaging yet occasionally vague, with a predictable ending that left some feeling unfulfilled. Overall, the game's beautiful art style and immersive storytelling create a captivating experience, though the depth of the story may not resonate with everyone.
- “Epistory – Typing Chronicles is a well-presented game with a story about growth and self-discovery that really hits home, especially for those who’ve left the nest.”
- “The story is engaging, the combat (all typing!) is fun, and the graphics are beautiful.”
- “The story unfolds slowly as you explore, and there's a nice payoff at the end, which I won't spoil.”
- “The story unfortunately is where this game suffers.”
- “There's a story, but it doesn't make a lot of sense, isn't very good, and worst of all, there's a big rug pull at the end.”
- “The story is a bit on the weak side but the presentation and gameplay mechanics are top notch and really encourage someone to try to get better at typing through fun engagement.”
gameplay
1,248 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Epistory - Typing Chronicles" is centered around a unique typing mechanic that integrates combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving, allowing players to interact with the world by typing words that appear above enemies and obstacles. While the game features beautiful graphics and a captivating narrative, some players find the gameplay can become repetitive over time, especially as the difficulty scales with typing speed. Overall, it offers a refreshing take on the typing genre, appealing to both casual gamers and those looking to improve their typing skills.
- “Gameplay is fun and difficulty increases at a challenging but not overwhelming pace.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and the story draws you in; well worth the cost.”
- “The gameplay itself is an interesting take on the dungeon crawler genre, but instead of swords or magic, you type words on your keyboard that correspond to a certain enemy.”
- “Creative and nice art, however gameplay and especially fighting gets repetitive quickly, as well as fights being way too imbalanced on normal/adaptive difficulty. It should probably set manual hard difficulty in options, or it will be way too easy and boring from mid to late game.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's very poorly optimized; you need much better hardware than what is typically available.”
- “The gameplay can feel a bit repetitive, but a new gameplay element is thrown into the game every now and then.”
graphics
1,143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Epistory" are widely praised for their stunning origami and papercraft aesthetic, which beautifully complements the game's narrative and gameplay mechanics. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and unique art style, often likening it to a pop-up book that unfolds as they progress through the game. While some minor performance issues were noted, the overall presentation, including the graphics and sound design, significantly enhances the immersive experience.
- “The art style is absolutely gorgeous, the music is great and suspenseful, and the battle style is unique and challenging without being impossible.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the narration is well-done and the typing element is perfection.”
- “The visuals are stunning and unique, with a colorful paper-art style that meshes perfectly with the story and gameplay.”
- “When you purchase an upgrade, there's absolutely no indicator that your action is a success: no visuals, no sounds.”
- “Very pretty visuals ruined by clunky controls.”
- “The graphics could also be problematic: during certain battles pieces of the environment would obscure all or part of a word (even when the enemy was in the open), and in other areas some of the colors used made it extremely difficult to read the words, an almost white-on-white overlay.”
music
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The music in the game has received a mixed response from players, with many praising its beauty and ability to enhance the atmosphere, while others noted its repetitiveness, especially during combat sequences. Overall, the soundtrack is described as soothing and fitting for the game's whimsical art style, contributing positively to the immersive experience, though some players wished for more variety and seamless transitions between tracks. Despite some criticisms, the music is generally regarded as a strong aspect of the game, complementing its visuals and narrative effectively.
- “The music is really good, it sets the mood for the occasion, and the ending piece is just so relaxing that it makes you feel good after completing the game.”
- “The soundtrack complements the gameplay well, creating an immersive experience as you traverse the paper-crafted universe.”
- “The music is haunting, mysterious, and beautiful.”
- “But clunky controls, boring enemies, a repetitive soundtrack and writing that is far more pretentious than it has any right to be made me dislike this otherwise passable typing game.”
- “It went on so long that the looping combat music was starting to make me lose it and I had to take off my headphones to stay sane.”
- “The music is okay, but repetitive and I muted it after a while.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beauty, charm, and immersive qualities, enhanced by a unique origami art style and a fitting soundtrack. Players appreciate the meditative and relaxing vibe, which complements the gameplay and narrative, making it a captivating experience. Despite some critiques regarding the story, the overall ambiance effectively engages players and encourages exploration.
- “The atmosphere and music keep you wanting to discover what is beyond the next hill, but luckily, you can leave the game at any time.”
- “The art, narrative, and atmosphere in Epistory are absolutely amazing; Epistory is easily one of the most memorable games in these aspects that I've experienced from any genre.”
- “The soundtrack is atmospheric and wondrous, the story is narrated by a soft-spoken lady who really pulls you into the world, the combat is surprisingly fast-paced and exciting, and the visuals are stunning throughout your time playing.”
- “The quality of the graphics wasn't as high as I expected, and as a result, it also didn't have the atmosphere I had hoped for (this might be less of an issue on a small screen).”
- “It is the ending that really brought this game down, and I thought it could have easily been a thousand times better if it continued to follow the atmosphere and provided reasoning to all of the parts of the game (the stones, the insects, the reason for the different powers you unlock...) and having it remain in the world's universe.”
- “Although the story-telling may get confusing, the narrator's voice is perfect for the role as it adds a mysterious atmosphere.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Epistory: Typing Chronicles" is widely praised for its touching and heartfelt narrative, which resonates deeply with players, often evoking personal memories and reflections. Many reviewers highlight the game's beautiful art style, enchanting music, and innovative storytelling that intertwines gameplay with emotional themes, creating a surprisingly impactful experience for a typing game. While some found the story a bit thin or predictable, the overall sentiment is that it successfully delivers an emotional journey that leaves a lasting impression.
- “The emotional depth in this game is staggering.”
- “The story unfolds with the world around you and it was surprisingly touching.”
- “Epistory thrusts you into an emotional tale in a beautiful world with an excellent art style that is very befitting to the overall tone and narrative of the game; the music is also quite enjoyable to my pleasant surprise.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding certain achievements excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly the requirement to defeat 10,000 enemies. While some enjoy the challenge of grinding for achievements, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, making gameplay feel repetitive and frustrating. Mods are available to alleviate some of the grind, but completionists may still find the grindy achievements a significant drawback.
- “There's a lot of grinding involved, but it feels rewarding.”
- “You'll need a second life for all the grinding, but it's worth it for the progress.”
- “The only downside is for completionists, some achievements are too grindy and make the game more frustrating than challenging.”
- “Finally, multiple achievements have requirements so excessive that you can't unlock them without grinding in arena mode, where enemies spawn endlessly and your only goal is to achieve a high score.”
- “The only complaint I'd have for the game is that a few of the achievements are unnecessarily tedious to get.”
stability
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The game exhibits a range of stability issues, including minor glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as graphical flickers and enemies getting stuck. While these problems are generally not game-breaking and often resolve quickly, they contribute to an overall feeling of the game being unpolished. Despite these stability concerns, many players still find the unique typing mechanics and elemental abilities engaging.
- “The mechanics are straightforward, but there are no glitches, blips, or issues with their functionality.”
- “The game runs great on my gaming desktop.”
- “The music is beautiful, the sound design is fantastic, and the game runs great.”
- “The game is also rather buggy and unpolished; the sound cuts in and out at times and is otherwise lacking in effect, the character moves like it belongs in a flash game from 2003.”
- “While I did not encounter any major issues, the game has lots of small glitches and feels rather unpolished.”
- “I'm not necessarily picky and I can live with glitches, but I truly feel like I wasted my money buying this game; I have played free games that were better than this!”
replayability
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The game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting the presence of an arena mode and survival challenges that offer opportunities for high scores and skill improvement. However, many feel that the main story lacks significant replay value, as it does not change upon subsequent playthroughs. Overall, while there are elements that can extend playtime, such as achievements and multiplayer options, the game may not compel players to revisit it extensively after completing the main content.
- “There's also a survival mode if you played through the story, so it theoretically has infinite replayability.”
- “The replay value of this game for me is huge considering it's one of the very few games I've ever played more than once, let alone multiple times completely through.”
- “In addition to the story mode, you'll get replay value out of the game by taking on arena mode, where you can test your skills against waves of enemies.”
- “Replayability isn't really a thing as the story doesn't have any difference when playing it again.”
- “There's admittedly not much in the way of 'replayability' here, minus the post-game 'arena,' pitting the player against an endless wave of enemies in an effort to rack up high scores.”
- “Somewhat unfortunately, I don't find that there's a ton of replay value and I don't feel compelled to go back and start a second playthrough or, strangely enough, even finish off the remaining achievements.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues even on lower graphic settings, while others report smooth gameplay on high settings, particularly on Linux. Overall, many users find the game poorly optimized, with inconsistent frame rates and hardware demands that exceed expectations, although a few commend its performance on specific setups. The adaptive difficulty feature is noted positively, but it does not compensate for the optimization shortcomings reported by several players.
- “The optimization does count, and in this case, the game is very well optimized, with a few not-so-important exceptions.”
- “The art style is gorgeous as well, especially on max settings, and the game feels well optimized on my laptop.”
- “The graphics are above par for such an educational game and the game runs smoothly without issues in 4k under Windows 10.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's very poorly optimized; you need much better hardware than expected.”
- “Frustratingly, performance is abysmal, even on the lowest graphic settings - maybe there's a problem specific to my setup?”
- “Great visuals and horrendous optimization.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as refreshing and enjoyable, with players appreciating its lightheartedness and amusing mechanics. While some comparisons to other typing games highlight a lack of hilarity in the word choices, the overall experience is still considered funny and engaging, particularly for those who enjoy whimsical elements like riding a fox. The game successfully blends humor with gameplay, making it a standout choice for players seeking a more serious yet entertaining typing experience.
- “Rather hilarious game mechanic.”
- “Funny refreshing gameplay, somewhat basic, approachable and not bland.”
- “Such a funny typing game with beautiful graphics.”
character development
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Character development in the game is criticized for being minimal, with reviewers noting a lack of depth in the storyline and character arcs. While the character designs and visual elements are praised, the overall narrative and character growth leave much to be desired.
- “I could gush continuously about the character designs and the world assets, but then this review would be extremely long.”
- “Amazing concepts, artworks, level designs, and character design (good job!)”
- “The storyline is pretty barebones; there is very little character development or plot.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “There are missed opportunities for character growth, leaving the cast feeling one-dimensional.”
monetization
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Players express frustration with the monetization approach, particularly highlighting a disruptive advertisement for a new game that negatively impacts their experience. While some appreciate the game's creativity amidst a landscape of aggressive microtransactions, the intrusive marketing has led to dissatisfaction and reluctance to support the developer's future projects.
- “I can say that I certainly don't plan on purchasing Nanotale after this ridiculous advertising bug that is ruining the enjoyment of the game I already paid for.”
- “The game's title screen menu system has been recently broken by the advertisement for their new Nanotale game.”
- “An imaginative little gem in a game culture inundated with violent shooters and microtransactions.”

78%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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8h Median play time

21h Average play time

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