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Horror Tale

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92%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
monetization, stability
92% User Score Based on 1,238 reviews

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Horror Tale is a single player survival shooter game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Euphoria Games and was released on January 5, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

A scary, full of ice screams adventure with Tom and his neighbours!

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,238 reviews
graphics344 positive mentions
monetization40 negative mentions
  • Exceptional graphics and art style that create an immersive horror experience.
  • Engaging and intriguing storyline with well-designed puzzles and gameplay mechanics.
  • Smooth controls, good voice acting, and atmospheric sound design enhancing the gameplay.
  • The remote control car section is often cited as frustrating and difficult to control.
  • Lack of proper save system causes progress loss, leading to player frustration.
  • Enemy AI can be overly aggressive and sometimes unfair, diminishing the fun and tension.
  • graphics
    419 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users overwhelmingly praise the game's graphics, describing them as amazing, sharp, and highly detailed with impressive lighting, shadows, and art style that enhance the horror atmosphere. The visuals are noted to be smooth and well-optimized for mobile devices, contributing greatly to immersion and overall enjoyment. While a few mention minor glitches or wish for even more realistic graphics, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature that greatly elevate the gameplay experience.

    • “Playing this game was my best choice after so long I've played; kind of my favorite game after I finished Ice Scream, Mr Meat, Granny and waited for something new, and found another amazing game (Horror Tale) with amazing graphics, the shining sun and the sky and weather storyline, kidnapper, bit of horror and those creepy sounds and the whole environment. Loved everything.”
    • “The game is pretty awesome, it is very optimized even for cheap phones, runs on ultra graphics at 60fps without any drops.”
    • “I absolutely loved it, a must-play mobile game. The graphics are great, the story is gripping, gameplay is superb.”
    • “Even though graphics are bad the game is going great.”
    • “Compared to other games of this developer, the graphics are not good, and when searching items, the enemy is approaching very fast and is annoying.”
    • “Devs pls add shadows and realistic graphics before you add it pls make that is available on weak and strong devices I am using a Oppo A56 if this is helpful and thank you.”
  • story
    270 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of this horror game is widely praised for being interesting, engaging, and well-crafted, with a compelling plot and memorable characters that keep players eager for sequels. Many reviews highlight its thrilling atmosphere, effective suspense, and intriguing mysteries, making it a standout narrative among mobile horror games. While some players find it a bit short or desire deeper backstory and additional content, overall the story is considered a major strength that enhances the immersive and enjoyable experience.

    • “The puzzles and story were fantastic, how Harry gets kidnapped at the end, and how he becomes a doll.”
    • “I just finished the game right now and I gotta say, this is awesome, it has a really, really well-written story, I also really love the main characters as well as the kidnapper.”
    • “This first episode was so good that I want and need to play episode two and three for more storytelling and to see how will it all turn out in the end.”
    • “The aesthetic made the game worth the time by itself but just a little criticism I hope you don't take to heart. I think Death Park One was way better; the story was better, the fluidity of the tasks was better, and I'd even say from a thematic perspective Death Park was better (the flesh room or the starting level).”
    • “But no more story, the kidnapper is so bullshit. All doors are locked without keys. Why can you break the wood of one door with a hammer but you cannot break the other wood doors?”
    • “I give this game 3 stars because of graphics, storyline... please fix the game so I can complete the full game.”
  • gameplay
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging story, balanced difficulty, and well-optimized performance on mobile devices. Players appreciate the unique horror elements, challenging puzzles, and immersive atmosphere, though some suggest adding clearer task descriptions and more variety in upgrades and weapons for enhanced experience. Overall, it combines excellent graphics, sound, and intuitive controls to deliver a highly enjoyable horror game.

    • “It's fun to play, the graphics are nice and stylised, the soundtrack is great, it's got a story, the mechanics and behaviour of the kidnapper is well thought out, the difficulty is perfect, and the game is well-optimised for lower end devices.”
    • “This game is one of the best horror games, it is fun, has tons of puzzles and amazing cutscenes, and the mechanics are really well implemented including little details like sound effects when you bump into things.”
    • “The gameplay is easy to learn and the flow is good.”
    • “The game is one big fetch quest with repetitive gameplay and it doesn't have enough action.”
    • “To make the game more interesting, you can add skins to the player and the kidnapper, upgrades for the player to make the game easier to beat, and more weapons for some twisted gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay 3.”
  • music
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric, chilling, and adrenaline-pumping qualities, significantly enhancing the horror experience and overall immersion. While most users find the soundtrack and sound design top-notch and fitting, a few mention issues with volume levels and the chase music sometimes feeling overly loud or persistent. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, deeply contributing to the game's intense and engaging mood.

    • “The graphics are cool, the plot is way too interesting, and the adrenaline it builds with the music is just perfect.”
    • “Great and one of the best horror games ever: hard puzzles, cool and scary music that makes the game experience great with even a scary character. It's exciting! Great work developers, really appreciate your hard work.”
    • “This game is very thrill and horror, background music is really good horror feel and really enjoy this game.”
    • “The music is too loud; I had to drop my volume down to 20%, and it was still loud at that level.”
    • “Some bugs need to be fixed, like the chase music that doesn't stop even when you're not in the kidnapper's vision.”
    • “I genuinely got chills with the music when she grabs you, but then it gets stupid and frustrating. Making you restart the game after running in circles to find the objects when you get caught feels pointless and would make anyone want to delete the game altogether and just watch someone else do it on YouTube. Also, you end up watching ad after ad to get hints to figure anything out in this game, which is kind of stupid and defeating.”
  • monetization
    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the game's monetization intrusive due to frequent and sometimes crashing ads, especially in ghost mode, which disrupts gameplay and hint access. While some appreciate the option to disable ads through purchase, many report issues with ad functionality and excessive ad frequency, impacting overall enjoyment. Nonetheless, a few users note that ads are less frequent outside specific modes, and offline play can mitigate ad interruptions.

    • “It was good, no ads unless you play ghost mode.”
    • “Nice graphics. I had fun playing this game and no ads, which is my favorite part. No ads—you guys did a great job!”
    • “I think that this game is super scary and very smooth. I like the characters and everything. There are no ads and it's superb.”
    • “However, the ads crash the game about 75% of the time, making unlocking hints time-consuming to the point of absurdity and replaying sections from save spots frustrating.”
    • “I already paid to disable the ads but it's still showing ads. Please fix it, I am not saying to remove the ads, just fix it a little so I don't have to see the ads every time.”
    • “Good graphics and nice story but tooooooooooooooooooo much ads.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated for its lively and funny characters, clever jokes, and amusing voice acting, which adds charm and entertainment. While some find the humor a bit cliché, it still effectively enhances the game's engaging and playful horror atmosphere. Players also enjoy specific funny moments, like the kidnapper's cluelessness and quirky in-game reactions, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.

    • “The village boy’s mysterious adventure is fun, the villain is hilariously clueless, and Tom reacts to every action, making the game lively and funny.”
    • “The jokes are amazing and funny.”
    • “I love the voice acting; it's kind of hilarious!”
  • stability
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Most players find the game stable and glitch-free, praising its smooth performance and lack of bugs, especially considering its quality on mobile. However, a few users mention occasional glitches and control issues that somewhat impact their experience. Overall, stability is generally seen as a strong point.

    • “The plot is scary, the mechanics are good, and it has no glitches that I'm aware of.”
    • “It is really creepy, no glitches, no lagging. I just finished Horror Tale 1 and now I am going to play Horror Tale 2 today.”
    • “The game is super amazing for a phone horror game and the story is so cool. I had fun playing the game; there's no glitches or bugs. It's totally amazing and I recommend trying it!”
    • “I don't like the controls for Horror Tale, this game isn't something I would recommend due to glitches and it's kinda boring to me.”
    • “I love the game, it's kinda good but some of the glitches and all that stuff are really annoying.”
    • “There are some types of glitches which disappointed me, please fix them then I promise I will give the game five-star ratings. Thank you.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique, dark, and unsettling tone, enhanced by impressive lighting, sound design, and a scary antagonist. The art style and visuals contribute to an engaging, immersive experience that effectively blends cartoonish elements with intense, suspenseful moments. Overall, the atmosphere strongly supports the intriguing story and thrilling gameplay.

    • “The atmosphere is dark and unsettling, and the kidnapper is genuinely scary—every sound makes you feel like he could appear at any moment.”
    • “Definitely one to check out, beautiful graphics, creative story, smooth controls, some actually good voice acting and simply an awesome atmosphere with a scary villain.”
    • “I really love this game; it has its own unique atmosphere, and I'm truly grateful to the development team for it.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is highly praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly even on low-end devices with ultra graphics at 60fps. Users consistently highlight the impressive graphics combined with efficient performance, contributing to a seamless gaming experience. Overall, the game's optimization is considered a strong point alongside its engaging storyline.

    • “The game is pretty awesome, it is very optimized even for cheap phones, running on ultra graphics at 60fps without any drops.”
    • “I completed your 3 games: nice story, nice graphics, nice control, nice optimization; overall your games are awesome and I am waiting for Horror Tale 2.”
    • “This game is awesome. I gave 5 stars because its graphics and optimization are very cool; it's a very very cool game.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express strong emotional connection to the game, appreciating its horror elements and immersive storytelling that evoke feelings like sadness and empathy. The engaging cutscenes and detailed environments enhance the experience, making it feel like a console-quality adventure worth playing.

    • “Love the game! I'm waiting for the 4th. I finished every game and love it. I love the horror. I cried in the 3rd; Ethan was like Tommy, like 'Don't you have hands? Help the poor kid!' But I'm waiting to play the 4th <3”
    • “My experience in the game was really good. This game had cut scenes which made me feel like I am playing PlayStation, and this game was really interesting and worth playing!!”
    • “Like, can we go to more places, walking everywhere and touching anything?”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is praised for its engaging story and appealing design, particularly highlighting the unique and well-crafted bunny character.

  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability is limited, as the game can be completed in about an hour, offering little incentive for multiple playthroughs.

    • “Only thing is replayability after you finish in 1hr ish”
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Horror Tale is a survival shooter game with horror and mystery themes.

Horror Tale is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows and others.

Horror Tale was released on January 5, 2023.

Horror Tale was developed by Euphoria Games.

Horror Tale has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Horror Tale for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Horror Tale is a single player game.

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