Miniatures
- November 14, 2024
- Other Tales
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Reviews
- The game features stunning hand-drawn graphics and a beautiful soundscape that create a captivating atmosphere.
- Each of the four short stories offers a unique and emotionally impactful experience, making it a memorable journey.
- Despite its short length, the game is praised for its artistic storytelling and ability to evoke deep feelings and reflections.
- The game is very short, typically taking only 30-45 minutes to complete, leaving some players wanting more content.
- There is minimal gameplay and interactivity, which may disappoint those expecting a more traditional gaming experience.
- Some stories may feel disconnected or less engaging compared to others, leading to a mixed overall experience.
- story36 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game features a collection of four distinct, beautifully illustrated stories that blend engaging narratives with unique gameplay mechanics, though it is more of an interactive storybook than a traditional game. While the art style and sound design are praised for their immersive quality, the overall experience is short and lacks replayability, with some stories resonating more than others. Players appreciate the emotional depth and thought-provoking themes, but some find the abstract storytelling and minimal gameplay less satisfying.
“A lovely collection of short story games that are emotionally impactful with different styles of gameplay.”
“It's such a wonderfully strange blend of an ambiguous yet visually striking story with small, engaging interactions that feel completely unique.”
“The visual art, sounds, color palette, story... everything was incredibly immersive and thoughtful.”
“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.”
“There is also close to zero replayability unless you just want to experience the story once again.”
“Awful - there's no game or story here, and such a jarring art style.”
- graphics27 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, which enhances the storytelling experience across its interactive narratives. Reviewers highlight the beautiful visuals and excellent sound design, creating a captivating atmosphere that complements the unique themes of each story. However, some note the game's brevity, wishing for more content to fully explore the rich aesthetics.
“Absolutely bloody gorgeous in narrative, audio and visuals.”
“Gorgeous game with beautiful, hand-drawn graphics and interesting, thought-provoking short stories.”
“The art style is stunning and I love the soundscape!”
“Awful - there's no game or story here, and such a jarring art style.”
“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.”
“While all contained in a wooden box, each story is distinct and different enough in presenting its play structure, storytelling bounds, and even visuals that every experience maintains the sum of its uniquely entrancing qualities.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring poignant narratives that evoke a wide range of feelings, from joy to profound melancholy. Players appreciate the hand-drawn art and sound design, which enhance the emotional impact of the stories. Overall, it is recognized as a touching collection of short games that effectively convey heartfelt experiences and themes of familial trauma.
“Beautiful art and sound and overall it felt like a worthwhile emotional ride.”
“If you’re into short games that pack an emotional punch and stick with you, this one’s worth it.”
“Each chapter is very profound, excellent for those looking for touching narratives where you can feel the heart put into it from the devs. It made me feel everything from the childlike joy of imagination to dread, sorrow, and everything in between!”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as minimalist and primarily narrative-driven, often resembling simple point-and-click mechanics with limited interactivity. While some players appreciate the emotional impact and unique storytelling of these short experiences, others feel that the gameplay is insufficient for the price, with only 30-40 minutes of content. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a vehicle for exploring abstract narratives rather than a traditional gaming experience.
“I love this stuff, small games that explore a few mechanics and story threads without feeling they need to extend them for content's sake.”
“Short game but worth it for the gameplay.”
“A lovely collection of short story games that are emotionally impactful with different styles of gameplay.”
“Only one has any 'actual gameplay', if you could even call it that.”
“I feel 6€ is a bit steep for what is essentially 30-40 minutes of gameplay.”
“The 'gameplay' is minimalist and could only be compared to the simplest of 'point & click' adventures in which one is only controlling the speed at which the narrative unfolds with a couple of artificial choices.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, complementing the distinct hand-drawn art styles and narratives of each story. While the soundtrack is considered excellent, many reviewers note that the game is quite short, with around 40 minutes of gameplay, which may limit the depth of interaction. Overall, the combination of stellar art and music creates a captivating atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience despite its brevity.
“Also, each story features a distinct hand-drawn art style, along with excellent music and sound design.”
“Great art style and music score, though it is very short with around 40 minutes of gameplay.”
“The symbolism, the simplicity, the fantastic music, the intricate ways it uses puzzles, it's all great, and on a low price point too!”
“Would I recommend it? I love the art style and the music, but the devs tagged it themselves as short, so it is what it is.”
“My favorite experience was the one where you could move around, mainly because of how the lights would contrast against the environment, as well as changing perspective between the panels, or manipulating the perception of the previous location. I appreciated the music and colors.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting its wonderful and unique qualities across different sections. The combination of art and soundscape contributes to a dreamlike experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment despite the narratives feeling less profound.
“None of the stories felt particularly deep (at least to me), but the atmosphere was wonderful, and I enjoyed the time I was able to spend in each section.”
“There is a wonderful sense of atmosphere in all of these.”
“The art and the soundscape create a very special atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, as it is short and lacks substantial content to encourage multiple playthroughs, making it more suitable for those who enjoy storytelling and can find it at a low price.
“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.”
“Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers a linear experience that doesn't change on subsequent playthroughs, leaving little room for exploration or new discoveries.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as weird and interesting, often blending unsettling elements with moments of odd hilarity, creating a unique comedic experience.
“Weird, interesting, unsettling, and oddly funny at times.”
