Faerie's Bargain: The Price of Business

53%
Game Brain Score Based on 30 reviews
  • story
  • emotional
  • atmosphere
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Become the greatest of the goblin merchants in this gaslamp faery-tale! Buy and sell secrets and memories! Trade in time, shadows, and stranger things!

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53%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
story8 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and fascinating world, rich in fae lore and whimsical elements that captivate players.
  • The writing is beautifully crafted, with lush prose that enhances the magical atmosphere and immerses players in the story.
  • There is a strong sense of replayability, as players are encouraged to explore different paths and character interactions throughout the game.
  • The plot can feel convoluted and disjointed, leading to confusion about the main objectives and character motivations.
  • Many choices lack meaningful impact, resulting in a sense that player decisions do not significantly alter the story's outcome.
  • The initial character immersion is weak, with insufficient background information on the protagonist's identity and role, making it difficult for players to connect with their character.
  • story60 mentions

    The story is characterized by a lack of clarity regarding its direction and the protagonist's role, leading to confusion among players. While the writing captures the enchanting essence of faerie lore, it often becomes convoluted and dense, making it difficult to follow. Despite intriguing characters and a rich world, the plot suffers from pacing issues, rushed conclusions, and a lack of replayability, leaving many players disappointed.

    • “This is a story about the fae; you have to leave the logic of the waking world at the door and instead wrap yourself in the logic of dreams.”
    • “There's a good plot and some intriguing characters, but this game's strengths lie in the worldbuilding and the sheer ecstasy of Galey's enchanting prose.”
    • “The writer has a solid understanding of the lore and did a great job of bringing life to the characters and events of the story.”
    • “The plot is all over the place and the ending just feels rushed.”
    • “To begin with, the story at times is very dense with unfamiliar terms and strange convoluted choices.”
    • “I literally had to resort to reading the code...again...just to get the proper story elements I should have been having.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    Players emphasize the importance of emotional immersion in their gaming experience, stating that they need to connect with their game persona quickly to remain engaged. Some express difficulty in investing emotionally in unconventional characters or narratives, particularly those that feel disjointed or bizarre. Overall, emotional resonance is a critical factor for enjoyment in gaming.

    • “I am mostly an emotional role-player, so to enjoy a game, I must feel immersed in my game persona as soon as possible.”
    • “Perhaps all this becomes clearer as you progress in the game, but as an emotional role-player, I cannot be motivated to invest in a bizarre 'something that loses and gains body parts.'”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its intriguing world-building and strong writing, creating an immersive experience that captivates players. Overall, it is described as atmospheric and engaging, warranting a tentative recommendation.

    • “Very interesting world building, atmospheric, and well written.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game's replayability is notably poor, with multiple users expressing disappointment in the lack of engaging content to encourage repeated playthroughs.

    • “Unfortunately, the replayability of the story is terrible.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is generally considered decent, though it suffers from some poorly executed story mechanics that detract from the overall experience.

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