ItsJustAStory

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ItsJustAStory is a single player survival role playing game with a horror theme. It was developed by Circlesgames and was released on July 6, 2023. It received neutral reviews from players.

ItsJustAStory is a solo post-apocalyptic game, it's a story about a doctor and a build-up to the production of the actual game. your goal is to stay alive and find the cure, you play through a series of events with tasks simple to complete. the main focus here is to get the story.

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features a captivating storyline that keeps players engaged from start to finish.
The graphics and sound design are praised for creating a hauntingly immersive atmosphere.
Despite its flaws, the game shows potential and dedication from the developers, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, making it largely unplayable.
The writing and dialogue are criticized for being poorly executed and lacking coherence.
Many players found the controls and gameplay mechanics to be confusing and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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64%
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The story of "it's just a story" has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its captivating and well-written narrative that keeps them engaged throughout, while others criticize it for being convoluted or poorly executed. Many appreciate the emotional depth and horror elements, highlighting its spine-chilling atmosphere, though some found gameplay issues detracted from the overall experience. Overall, it appears to be a polarizing aspect, with strong opinions on both sides regarding its effectiveness and execution.
- “The story is very easy to follow and well written.”
- “I cried 14 times, this story is so great.”
- “Speaking of the story, 'it's just a story' boasts a plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “The game is highly unplayable, the art sucks, story trash, so many bugs and all around straight heat garbage.”
- “Absolutely shit I was trying to find the key for 30 minutes and couldn't find it; it's all a long story being narrated for a long ass time 0/10.”
- “It is just a story.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their ability to create a hauntingly beautiful and immersive apocalyptic atmosphere, with some users highlighting the stunning visuals and effective sound design. However, there are criticisms regarding janky graphics and odd camera angles that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's suspenseful ambiance, making it appealing to horror fans.
- “The visuals were good and really captured the apocalypse environment very well.”
- “Can't forget the 4K graphics either.”
- “The graphics are hauntingly beautiful, and the atmosphere is so thick with suspense that you can practically feel it wrapping around you like a suffocating fog.”
- “This game has pointless jumpscares, a disjointed plot, odd camera angles, janky graphics, a broken inventory system, lousy voice acting, and random monster-type objects in weird places.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be highly unstable, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Despite its quick and free-to-play nature, the technical issues significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Unplayable, buggy as hell and the grammar is giving me an aneurysm.”
- “Game feels super buggy.”
- “It's still buggy but it's a quick free-to-play indie game with some good jump scare moments.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is inconsistent, with some players finding the dialogue amusing while others criticize it as poor. While certain elements, like cute characters, elicited laughter, the overall comedic effectiveness is mixed, with some jump-scares failing to deliver both scares and laughs.
- “The dialog was bad and quite funny at times.”
- “They were so cute and made me laugh!”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its polish and smooth mechanics, providing an immersive experience free of bugs or distractions. Players find the controls intuitive, enhancing overall enjoyment.
- “Very good, no bugs, polished gameplay.”
- “Additionally, the gameplay mechanics are smooth and intuitive, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in the experience without any distractions.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is highly praised for its creepy and unsettling quality, effectively enhancing the game's immersive atmosphere and instilling a sense of trepidation with every step taken.
- “The music was creepy and done very well.”
- “The unsettling ambiance and chilling music add another layer of immersion, making every step I took filled with trepidation.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional impact of the game is profound, with players describing it as a beautifully crafted and heart-wrenching experience that evokes intense feelings, leading some to cry multiple times throughout the story.
- “It is genuinely the most beautiful and heart-wrenching piece of media I have ever seen.”
- “I cried 14 times; this story is so great.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of "it's just a story" is highly praised for its spine-chilling intensity and captivating storyline, creating a hauntingly beautiful environment thick with suspense. Players feel enveloped by the game's eerie ambiance, enhancing the overall horror experience.
- “I have been a huge fan of horror games for years, and 'It's Just a Story' has absolutely blown me away with its spine-chilling atmosphere and captivating storyline.”
- “The graphics are hauntingly beautiful, and the atmosphere is so thick with suspense that you can practically feel it wrapping around you like a suffocating fog.”