Little Briar Rose

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 110 reviews
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  • music
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Little Briar Rose is a point-and-click adventure game inspired by classic fairy tales. As the elven Thorn, you must navigate a beautifully hand-drawn world to awaken the cursed princess Rose. Solve puzzles, meet enchanting characters, and uncover the truth behind the mysterious sleeping spell. Immerse yourself in a captivating story full of magic, romance, and suspense.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews
story13 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautiful stained glass art style that is visually stunning and charming.
  • It offers a light-hearted and humorous take on the Sleeping Beauty story, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
  • The puzzles are generally simple and logical, providing a relaxing experience for casual gamers.
  • Many puzzles rely on trial and error, leading to frustration as players may struggle to find the correct items or solutions.
  • The fishing mini-game is particularly criticized for being unplayable and a major obstacle to progress.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave players wanting more content and depth in the story.
  • story56 mentions

    The story is a charming yet simplistic retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty tale, featuring quirky characters and humorous dialogue. While the art is praised for its beauty, the narrative is often criticized for being short and lacking depth, with many quests revolving around fetch tasks that can feel repetitive. Overall, it offers a lighthearted experience with a few enjoyable twists, but may not satisfy those seeking a more complex storyline.

    • “I loved the little twists in the story to make it enjoyable and unique.”
    • “The game is like walking through a fairytale storybook and it is simply lovely.”
    • “The story may sound straightforward and cliché but it has its own quirky sense of humor and an interesting twist at the end.”
    • “The story isn't very fleshed out.”
    • “My only complaints are the abrupt ending and how short the overall story is.”
    • “The story is very simplistic, a take on Sleeping Beauty.”
  • graphics52 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and unique stained glass art style, which adds a whimsical and enchanting quality to the overall experience. Many players find the visuals to be a standout feature, evoking nostalgia while providing a charming aesthetic that enhances the gameplay. However, some reviewers note that the intricate art can occasionally make it difficult to identify interactable objects, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

    • “A nice little puzzle game with stained glass graphics, which give it a unique and more whimsical feel.”
    • “The art style is definitely eye-catching and beautiful; it was my initial reason to buy this game.”
    • “Gorgeous colorful graphics.”
    • “Graphics are fine although the animation is poor.”
    • “Unfortunately, there's a core part of the game that makes spotting interactable objects difficult, although it pains me to say it: the art style.”
    • “It's annoyingly easy to search a room several times and just not see it because the art style makes it hard for any one thing to pop out.”
  • music22 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its calming and charming qualities, while others find it forgettable or lacking depth. Many enjoy the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic soundtracks, though some criticize specific sound effects and the overall soundtrack as underwhelming. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but opinions vary on its memorability and impact.

    • “The art is great, the music is calming, and the dialogue between the crow and the gnome chief was awesome!”
    • “The graphics style is very unique, but there's more to the game than just that, like the soundtrack that brought me back to the captivating tunes of the AGS from the 90s (which is a good thing in my book).”
    • “Beautiful artwork, simple gameplay, lovely soundtrack, some nice humor, and a few puzzles sprinkled in for good measure.”
    • “There are multiple things that could be better in this game, like even the soundtrack is lame.”
    • “Lastly, the music itself is very forgettable.”
    • “I could barely remember any except the game over and ending music.”
  • humor19 mentions

    The game is praised for its charming humor, featuring witty dialogue and amusing interactions among characters that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the clever integration of humor into the story and puzzles, along with a whimsical twist on classic fairy tale themes. The combination of cute visuals and funny writing contributes to a delightful and entertaining gameplay experience.

    • “It's a cute little game with puzzles, humor, and a very pretty art style.”
    • “The dialogue is funny and overall the game is fun!”
    • “Overall, the characters are cute, the conversations are snappy and hilarious, and overall this was a great gaming experience.”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay is primarily a point-and-click adventure that revolves around solving puzzles and completing NPC quests, with a charming art style enhancing the experience. While the puzzles are generally clever and engaging, some players find certain mechanics, like fishing, tedious and frustrating, which can detract from immersion. Overall, the game offers a smooth experience that can be completed in a few hours, though it may feel repetitive at times.

    • “From the enchanting art style to the engaging gameplay, it initially had me hooked and brimming with enthusiasm.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth and easy, you can finish the game in 3-5 hours, so long as the puzzles don't stump you too much.”
    • “The puzzles are pretty clever (though perhaps a tad frustrating at times, but this is more or less made up for by the game's brilliant/hilarious death mechanic) and the achievements can be challenging without feeling unfair.”
    • “The fishing mechanic is what finally did me in.”
    • “I quit immediately on realizing just how tedious, mundane, and enraging that was going to be - I have no idea how much gameplay is left after that, but if it's short, it's not worth the effort to get through it, and if it's long, then that's only the second puzzle that you've gotten, and already there's one in there that destroys any immersion in the game by annoying the hell out of you.”
    • “Gameplay-wise it does sound quite simple; it's a point-and-click game in a very small game world tied to puzzles (doing NPCs' quests by fetching them the correct item), occasionally a minigame would pop out too.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly with repetitive mazes and puzzles that can detract from the overall experience. While the NPC interactions are enjoyable and add personality, the click-to-walk mechanics and complexity of certain puzzles can lead to frustration, especially during replay for achievements. Overall, the grinding elements may hinder immersion and enjoyment, making some players question the value of continuing.

    • “The gameplay could get a bit tedious at times (especially with the click-to-walk and the complexity of the mushroom puzzles), but I loved the concept and the mechanism for dealing with 'losing a life' was brilliant.”
    • “I quit immediately on realizing just how tedious, mundane, and enraging that was going to be - I have no idea how much gameplay is left after that, but if it's short, it's not worth the effort to get through it, and if it's long, then that's only the second puzzle that you've gotten, and already there's one in there that destroys any immersion in the game by annoying the hell out of you.”
    • “There are some mazes you need to solve, too, and those end up being a bit too tedious, but easy to solve when using the hints provided.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere effectively aligns with its fairytale theme, featuring beautifully designed stained glass-style environments and characters. However, while it complements the overall experience, it lacks distinctiveness and does not particularly stand out.

    • “It does match the atmosphere of the game, but it doesn't stand out at all.”
    • “The places and the characters themselves are designed in a beautiful stained glass style, enhancing the whole fairytale atmosphere of the game.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players note that the game offers strong replayability due to its branching endings, which vary based on the choices made throughout the gameplay. This encourages multiple playthroughs to explore different outcomes.

    • “The replay value is significant, as the ending seems to change based on your choices.”
    • “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making you want to dive back in and explore different paths.”
    • “With multiple endings and choices that impact the story, the game encourages you to replay it to see all the possibilities.”
    • “The replay value is there, I'd say, since the ending seems like it might give you something different depending on your choices.”
    • “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to go back and play again; the choices felt superficial and didn't significantly alter the experience.”
    • “While the game offers multiple endings, the journey to get there feels repetitive, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others have experienced significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.

  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is generally lacking, with users noting a deficiency in depth and impact, resulting in minimal emotional engagement.

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