Grail to the Thief

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Grail to the Thief is a single player action game. It was developed by For All To Play and was released on May 25, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hank Krang, a dirty thief from the near future, recently had a self-aware time machine called the Time Excursion Digital Interface, or TEDI, fall into his lap after a poker game. He has decided to use this technology to go throughout time, stealing priceless artifacts. On his first adventure, Grail to the Thief, Hank travels to Arthurian times in search of the Holy Grail.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

Atmospheric indie project with a unique concept and creative levels.
Good voice acting and sound quality that enhances the experience.
Accessible design for differently-abled gamers, making it a commendable choice for those seeking inclusive gaming options.

Short gameplay with a linear story and no real consequences for choices made.
Graphics are minimal and lack detail, making the visual experience underwhelming.
Limited replayability and interactivity, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's story is described as short and simple, with some players finding it charming and funny, while others criticize it as a forgettable and contrived mess. Despite decent voice acting, many reviewers note that the writing is boring and the plot predictable, leading to a lack of engagement. Overall, the narrative fails to deliver a compelling experience, with some suggesting alternative literature for a more intriguing story.
- “A short, simple little game with a very funny story.”
- “A very charming story.”
- “Yes, I think so. Decent story, good voice actors, and it delivered what it promised.”
- “The story is a forgettable spaghetti mess of concepts that you immediately half tune out of your head because of how contrived it all is.”
- “There is only one story and as far as I know, one ending.”
- “The story is predictable, and it took me a mere half hour because I started reading ahead and skipping the audio.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss; while some find it amusing and appreciate the funny protagonist and writing, others feel it falls short and lacks depth. The short length of the game contributes to its comedic appeal, but some players find the humor insufficient to sustain their interest throughout. Overall, the voice acting and sound effects receive mixed reviews, with some finding them irritating.
- “A short, simple little game with a very funny story.”
- “The writing is pretty funny and the voice acting is not bad for an indie.”
- “It's kind of funny, but I didn't expect to finish it in 20 minutes.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics received negative feedback, with users describing them as static, overly bright, and visually straining, which detracted from the overall experience and made the interface difficult to engage with.
- “The visuals were static, whitewashed, and straining to look at, making it difficult to engage with the interface during choices.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features no in-game purchases, indicating a completely free-to-play experience without additional monetization strategies.
- “In-game purchases: none”
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls, allowing everyone to enjoy the game equally.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability, as players note a lack of interactivity and minimal changes or missable content, making it less engaging for repeated playthroughs.
- “Fun for English learners but lacks interactivity and replayability.”
- “Replayability: low (I don't think anything changes or is missable).”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is straightforward and lacks complexity, with users indicating that it feels basic and unremarkable.