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Miniatures

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96%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
96% User Score Based on 262 reviews

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Miniatures is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Other Tales and was released on November 14, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Inside an old wooden box lies four curious items: a toy lizard, a captured moth, a screwdriver and a seashell. Each one has its own story to tell… Step into four hand-drawn memories and discover the mysteries lurking beneath the seemingly calm surface. Explore one story at a time, or play them in a single sitting, in this solo-play adventure about the stories we tell ourselves and how they shape o…

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96%Audience ScoreBased on 262 reviews
story32 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Beautiful, hand-drawn art style with unique visuals for each of the four stories.
  • Immersive and evocative sound design and music that complement the emotional tone and atmosphere.
  • Short, poetic, and thought-provoking interactive stories that create a memorable, contemplative experience.
  • Very short gameplay length, typically completed within 30 to 45 minutes with limited replay value.
  • Minimal gameplay and puzzle elements, more akin to interactive art or storybooks than traditional games.
  • Some stories feel vague, disconnected, or lacking depth, which may leave players confused or wishing for more content.

  • story

    99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    32% positive mentions, 65% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions

    The story aspect is praised for its artistic, visually striking, and emotionally evocative short narratives, each with distinct styles and moods that blend themes of family, isolation, and childhood memories. While some appreciate the interpretive, metaphorical storytelling and immersive atmosphere, others find the stories vague, brief (30-45 minutes total), and lacking depth or traditional gameplay, making it feel more like an interactive storybook or art exhibit than a conventional game. Overall, it’s recommended for those who enjoy creative, concise, and artistic narrative experiences rather than complex or choice-driven stories.

    • “Each chapter feels fresh, with different artwork, atmosphere, and storytelling, so I'm always curious to see what the next object will reveal.”
    • “Each story has its own uncanny tone, and mode of storytelling, but all are loosely tied together by themes of isolation, family, community and loss.”
    • “A masterpiece in visual and interactive storytelling.”
    • “Storyline is not good and it was not an immersive experience.”
    • “There are no divergent storylines, the puzzles are incredibly simple, the stakes are very low, there isn't really much narrative to speak of, and there is no real replay value.”
    • “It feels like I am being sold the illusion of gameplay, when really it's just a short animated story or point-and-click picture book, not an actual point-and-click adventure.”

  • graphics

    69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    58% positive mentions, 38% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful, distinctive, and hand-drawn art styles, each chapter showcasing unique, surreal, and atmospheric visuals that enhance the poetic and dreamlike storytelling. While the art and sound design create a compelling and immersive mood, some note the artwork's variety and quality may differ between stories, and the presentation leans more toward a visual novel or interactive picture book than traditional gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature that deeply enriches the experience despite the game's short length.

    • “The artstyle is gorgeous, the presentation is original, and the whole thing leans into this sinister, dreamlike vibe that rewards players who enjoy second and third degree reading.”
    • “Gorgeous game with beautiful, hand-drawn graphics and interesting, thought-provoking short stories.”
    • “Each chapter feels fresh, with different artwork, atmosphere, and storytelling, so I'm always curious to see what the next object will reveal.”
    • “Awful - there's no game or story here, and such a jarring art style.”
    • “Judging from the colourful, straight out of bedtime story books for children aesthetics, I expected a more cosy narrative approach.”
    • “If I really had to nitpick something, in the moon game there were 2 or 3 sections that looked too similar, so out of the 4 games I wasn't as invested in it because the aesthetic was not as striking, or at least didn't have as much variety.”

  • gameplay

    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    18% positive mentions, 73% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions

    The gameplay is minimalist, focusing primarily on simple point-and-click mechanics and easy puzzles that serve to advance the narrative rather than provide traditional interactive challenges. It is often described more as an artistic or narrative experience with limited interactivity, appealing to players who value mood, storytelling, and visual style over complex gameplay.

    • “I like the variety in both visuals and gameplay of each game/story.”
    • “Four objects lead you into four poetic picture book-style short stories, each with a different art style, and simple but engaging game mechanics.”
    • “Amazing piece of art, original gameplay, emotional stories and a kind of experience that will last after playing it.”
    • “Gameplay almost not existing; stories are not interesting (each of the four can be summarized in one small sentence).”
    • “Gameplay: there is basically no gameplay, it's truly not interactive as you would expect in a game.”
    • “The gameplay itself—and I'm stretching the definition of the word with its usage here—is plain with a very limited set of actions: basically click on things to interact with them and to progress the story.”

  • emotional

    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a powerful and varied emotional experience, blending cozy and unsettling stories that resonate deeply with players. Its poignant narratives, paired with stunning art and sound, create touching, bite-sized journeys that evoke a wide range of feelings from joy to melancholy. Highly recommended for those seeking emotionally impactful storytelling in a compact, artistic format.

    • “Each chapter is very profound, excellent for those looking for touching narratives where you can feel the heart put into it from the developers. It made me feel everything from the childlike joy of imagination to dread, sorrow, and everything in between!”
    • “Amazing piece of art, original gameplay, emotional stories, and a kind of experience that will last after playing it.”
    • “Each of the four tales is a bite-sized emotional journey.”

  • music

    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    59% positive mentions, 23% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions

    The music in this game is widely praised for its beauty, fitting ambiance, and ability to evoke a subtle sense of unease or poignancy that complements the poetic and artistic storytelling. While minimalistic and sometimes looping, the soundtrack effectively enhances the atmosphere and pairs well with the distinct art styles and narratives of each segment. Despite the game's short length, many players find the music memorable and integral to the overall experience.

    • “There is a certain feeling of unease without reaching levels of unsettling, and the game underscores creepy in some stories, especially in combination with the soundtrack, which sometimes is eerie and ominously looping and other times deceptively gleeful.”
    • “The symbolism, the simplicity, the fantastic music, the intricate ways it uses puzzles, it's all great, and on a low price point too!”
    • “Also, each story features a distinct hand-drawn art style, along with excellent music and sound design.”
    • “Only thing that really bothered me was the music, occasionally.”
    • “There is a certain feeling of unease, without reaching levels of unsettling, and I felt the game underscores creepy in some of the stories, especially in combination with the soundtrack, which sometimes is eerie and ominously looping and other times deceptively gleeful.”
    • “Would I recommend it? I love the art style and the music, the devs tagged it themselves as short, so it is what it is.”

  • atmosphere

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    64% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game excels in crafting a rich, dream-like atmosphere through its beautiful, often unsettling art style, immersive sound design, and unique presentation in each chapter. While the narratives are simple, the focus on atmospheric storytelling and visual artistry creates a captivating, almost surreal experience that deeply resonates with players. This distinctive ambiance makes it a niche but highly praised choice for those who appreciate artistic and atmospheric games.

    • “Each chapter feels fresh, with different artwork, atmosphere, and storytelling, so I'm always curious to see what the next object will reveal.”
    • “The art style, narrative, sound design and atmosphere build a strange, dream-like experience where nothing is outright said, but you get the picture of what's happening regardless.”
    • “But the sound design is where the game really pulls you into its atmosphere.”

  • replayability

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    The game offers little to no replayability, as it features a straightforward, one-time experience with simple puzzles, minimal narrative depth, and no branching paths or hidden mechanics. It is very short and lacks incentives for multiple playthroughs.

    • “It’s a one sitting experience with no replay value, no hidden mechanics, and no real branching paths.”
    • “There are no divergent storylines, the puzzles are incredibly simple, the stakes are very low, there isn't really much narrative to speak of, and there is no real replay value.”
    • “If you can find it for cheap and you like storytelling, maybe check it out - but expect it to be over very quickly, with no replayability.”

  • humor

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is diverse, ranging from funny and cute to deep and unsettling, offering a unique blend of weird and interesting moments that contribute to its odd charm.

    • “Four vastly different mini stories, some funny, some cute, some deep.”
    • “Weird, interesting, unsettling, and oddly funny at times.”
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Miniatures is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme. Common tags for Miniatures include indie, magic, surreal, psychological, exploration and others.

Miniatures is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Miniatures was released on November 14, 2024.

Miniatures was developed by Other Tales.

Miniatures has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Miniatures for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Miniatures is a single player game.

Similar games include Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery, Gorogoa, Birth, Florence, Old Man's Journey and others.