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Keyword: A Spider's Thread

Keyword: A Spider’s Thread is an intelligent take on an ancient tale about karmic retribution, asking players to not only save their daughter but redeem their soul… through, of all things, hacking. Which is utterly fascinating, as these seemingly unrelated topics work really well together, especially with this specific narrative and setting. It may have some choices in favor of design over quality of life, but that doesn’t stop Keyword: A Spider’s Thread from being surprisingly elegant and unique. If you love hacking/narrative games like Song of Farca, it doesn’t take a genius detective to surmise that you’ll love Keyword: A Spider’s Thread.
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90%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding
94% User Score Based on 104 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Keyword: A Spider's Thread is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by City From Naught Inc. and was released on September 27, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Keyword: A Spider's Thread" is a narrative-driven adventure game where you play as a spider named Kin. Navigate a post-apocalyptic world, use your thread to solve puzzles and make choices that affect the story. With stunning visuals and a unique perspective, explore the world and uncover the truth about humanity's downfall.

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Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews
story22 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Engaging and emotional story with intriguing twists that keeps players hooked.
  • Intuitive gameplay with a well-designed hint system that supports players without making them feel lost.
  • Unique puzzle mechanics that encourage out-of-the-box thinking and provide a satisfying detective experience.
  • The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 3-4 hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
  • Some technical issues and lack of polish can detract from the overall immersion and enjoyment.
  • Certain puzzles may feel a bit contrived or require tedious searching, leading to moments of frustration.
  • story
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a captivating and emotional story, enriched by intriguing plot twists and clever foreshadowing, though some dialogue may feel stiff due to translation issues. While the narrative is praised for its creativity and depth, some players found it cliched or disappointing in execution, particularly regarding certain cutscenes. Overall, it is recommended for fans of detective and story-driven puzzle games, despite minor gameplay flaws.

    • “It has a wonderfully intriguing and emotional story, beautiful environments, and is a joy to play. There is also a lot to enjoy here for those who like to dig a little deeper.”
    • “You use your computer and collect information from outside your window to gather clues, digging into a very intriguing plot that has a lot of cool twists and turns.”
    • “Story: overall a well-told story with some great concepts, mature themes, and clever foreshadowing. Some dialogues and texts seemed stiff, perhaps due to translation from Mandarin to English, but they do not detract too much from the overall experience.”
    • “I enjoyed it and it was fun figuring things out, but there's no way they didn't start writing the story by first taking a hit of acid and then writing until the acid kicked in and kept writing.”
    • “This unsavable and unskippable cutscene where the 'twist' is revealed... the twist was great... this cutscene was out of left field, kinda weird, didn't fit the story at all?”
    • “I liked the way of investigation... but the story and the plot are a total disappointment.”
  • gameplay
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by inventive mechanics and engaging puzzles that challenge players' intellect, though some elements feel janky and unpolished. While the game offers a solid narrative and creative interactions, minor bugs and awkward mechanics can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many players find the gameplay enjoyable and recommend it for those seeking a moderately puzzling adventure.

    • “Very cool concept, nice twist, bits of humor hidden here and there, gameplay mechanics are almost perfect for what it is.”
    • “Gameplay: very engaging and creative puzzle elements and interactions despite some being quite far-fetched at times.”
    • “A fun detective game with very original mechanics.”
    • “It's a bit of a pain in the present state (and is a core mechanic of the game).”
    • “The hint system should be a little more integrated with the game mechanics; you can pretty easily spoil things.”
    • “My review is more neutral than positive, mainly due to the bugs that affected the gameplay. It oftentimes felt like I was playing an unpolished game in early access.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics feature impressive environmental artwork and a strong cyberpunk aesthetic, but overall polish is lacking, leading to a somewhat janky presentation. Reviews generally rate the graphics around 6/10, indicating that while they have potential, they fall short in execution.

    • “The artwork in terms of environment is pretty cool.”
    • “What's great is the cyberpunk vibe and the actual detective part work very well.”
    • “The graphics and polish are a bit janky, but nothing terrible.”
    • “Graphics and polish are a bit janky, but nothing terrible.”
    • “Graphics: 6/10”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a captivating and emotional narrative set against beautiful environments, providing a rich experience for players who appreciate depth. While it has some minor flaws, the creativity in design and the emotional weight of the story overshadow these shortcomings, making it a joy to play.

    • “It has a wonderfully intriguing and emotional story, beautiful environments, and is a joy to play. There is also a lot to enjoy here for those who like to dig a little deeper.”
    • “The game is not utterly without flaw, but the creativity of design and the emotionality of the story make any missteps not worth mentioning.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while no puzzles necessitate grinding, players may find themselves needing to invest significant time or effort in grinding to progress, suggesting a potentially tedious experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “No puzzle requires grinding.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its exquisite soundtrack, which complements the excellent art design and Asian cyberpunk fusion aesthetic. However, some reviewers noted that the 3D models are dated, detracting from the overall presentation.

    • “The soundtrack was exquisite, showcasing a beautiful blend of styles that truly enhances the gaming experience.”
    • “When someone described it like songs from Farca, I was intrigued and found the music to be captivating and immersive.”
    • “The art design is excellent, and the Asian cyberpunk fusion in the music is a big highlight that adds depth to the overall atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack was exquisite, however, the 3D models are the worst part of the game, looking extremely dated.”
    • “The soundtrack was exquisite, but the 3D models are so far the worst part of the game, looking extremely dated.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is subtly integrated, with clever twists and bits of wit that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance between gameplay mechanics and the lighthearted moments sprinkled throughout.

    • “Very cool concept, nice twist, bits of humor hidden here and there, gameplay mechanics are almost perfect for what it is.”
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Keyword: A Spider's Thread is a puzzle game.

Keyword: A Spider's Thread is available on PC and Windows.

Keyword: A Spider's Thread was released on September 27, 2021.

Keyword: A Spider's Thread was developed by City From Naught Inc..

Keyword: A Spider's Thread has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Keyword: A Spider's Thread is a single player game.

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