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Once Upon a Rogue's Tale

70%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, replayability
90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

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"Once Upon a Rogue's Tale" is a strategic roguelike deckbuilding game where you roll dice to play cards and use character abilities in battle. Your choices in events and battles shape your personalized storybook, and positioning is key in battles against multiple opponents. Join Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and The Frog Prince in this colorful, fairytale-inspired world.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
  • The game features charming graphics and a unique blend of fairy tale storytelling with strategic roguelite mechanics, making it visually appealing and engaging.
  • Players appreciate the replayability and variety in gameplay, with different characters and choices leading to unique experiences in each run.
  • The developers are actively engaged with the community, showing promise for future updates and improvements, which adds to the excitement for players.
  • The game currently lacks polish, with unclear mechanics and insufficient explanations for certain features, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.
  • Some players have noted that the game can feel repetitive, with limited character dynamics and predetermined events that reduce the sense of variety in runs.
  • There are technical issues, particularly with Steam Deck compatibility, which hinder the overall experience for some users.
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is highly praised for its engaging and whimsical narrative, reminiscent of classic fairy tales, where players' choices significantly impact the unfolding events. Users appreciate the strong character development, predetermined boss order that enhances storytelling, and the charming art style, all of which contribute to a unique and enjoyable gameplay experience. The dynamic nature of the story, influenced by player decisions, adds depth and replayability, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The storytelling is very interesting and very cute; I like the way the story changes as you go and how your choices actually matter for the creation of your own fairy tale.”
    • “Playing the game, we write our own storybook, composed from the random events we can trigger on the way, including our own decisions and their consequences.”
    • “I love the art style and storytelling of classic fairy tales.”
    • “Each character seems to have a predetermined boss order, which feels forced to fit the story.”
    • “The story feels too linear, lacking the depth and complexity I was hoping for.”
    • “While the art style is beautiful, the narrative doesn't engage me as much as I expected.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, strong character development, and enjoyable combat systems, particularly the dice-inspired mechanics that enhance the experience. However, some players find the lack of clear instructions on certain mechanics and the absence of speed-up options frustrating. Additionally, while the game is visually appealing and fun, it currently faces performance issues on the Steam Deck.

    • “Storytelling, strong enemies, strong and interesting characters, amazing gameplay mechanics and strategy - what else can you need?”
    • “This is a lovely game with cute characters and the gameplay is super fun!”
    • “Absolutely loving the game already, its dice-inspired mechanic is making the combat so much more enjoyable, and due to the frequency of jokers, it's really not too tilting when you get screwed by the dice.”
    • “For example, the strength mechanic works where every attack you lose a strength stack, but it doesn't tell you this.”
    • “Speed up settings for gameplay pacing are missing.”
    • “Maybe it's just me being dumb though and others won't struggle to remember each mechanic.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, which effectively adapts classic fairy tales with a dedicated approach. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail in the designs and artworks, highlighting the love and effort put into the visuals. However, there are concerns regarding playability on the Steam Deck, which may affect the overall experience.

    • “I love the art style and storytelling of classic fairy tales.”
    • “You can see how much love went into the designs and artworks.”
    • “The art style is so lovely and cute; the adaptation of the old German fairy tales is so dedicated, and the balancing is on point!”
    • “Visuals are lacking and feel outdated compared to modern standards.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and do not do justice to the game's potential.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is mixed; while some users find it highly enjoyable and easy to revisit, others feel it doesn't live up to its advertised potential. Overall, it offers a feel-good experience but may not provide significant incentives for repeated play.

    • “A feel-good game that is highly replayable and doesn't take up much space on the PC.”
    • “Not really as replayable as advertised.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its fun and lively nature, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, the integration of character portraits and storytelling between fights adds depth to the musical experience.

    • “I love the music and character portraits, as well as the storytelling between fights.”
    • “The music is fun and lively, making the gameplay even more enjoyable.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its sweet and wholesome emotional tone, featuring charming interactions with beloved fairy tale characters that evoke a sense of nostalgia and joy. Players appreciate the cute aesthetics and heartwarming encounters that enhance the overall emotional experience.

    • “Such a sweet and wholesome game!”
    • “A wholesome and cute game where we can meet our favorite fairy tale characters in unexpected encounters and fights.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly engaging, with players finding it immersive enough to keep them hooked and eager to continue playing.

    • “Just played one chapter, but the atmosphere and gameplay loop made it hard to stop playing!”

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