Porcelain Tales

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Porcelain Tales is a 3D platform, puzzle strategy game. Where you become a tiny garden gnome, brought to life by a generous witch in order to help her collect the things she desires most. Made of porcelain you have to be careful while exploring the world of the witch’s B&B. You have the ability to hide in narrow crannies and sneak around as quiet as a mouse. In addition, you can carry objects six …

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 269 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability23 negative mentions

The game features cute graphics and a charming story, making it enjoyable for players.
It offers fun puzzles and multiple endings, providing good replay value.
As a free game, it is well worth trying out, with many players expressing a desire for more chapters.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
Controls can be clunky and difficult to manage, leading to frustrating experiences.
Many players were disappointed by the game's short length, feeling it lacks sufficient content.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
47%
12%
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a charming narrative with multiple endings and engaging lore that captivates players. However, some users noted issues such as clunky controls, bugs, and a desire for more chapters or depth in the storytelling. Overall, while the story is enjoyable and fits well within its whimsical aesthetic, there are calls for improvements in presentation and expansion.
- “A cozy puzzle game, with a fun dialogue, story, and it even has multiple endings.”
- “The story is really good; the voices could be louder though, or maybe add subtitles.”
- “The game was fun; I was delighted by the children's book aesthetic, the story was interesting, and the character and level design were impressive.”
- “The storytelling is basic and the logic of the story is bad.”
- “Bad voice acting and some terrible single photo story they make you sit through.”
- “The story is alright, and makes sense in the context of a universe with magic and monsters.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
26%
13%
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and quality, with many users highlighting the cute and colorful aesthetics that enhance the gameplay experience. While some players noted minor bugs and clunky controls, the visuals and animations are generally considered impressive and immersive, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “The aesthetics were immersive.”
- “I really enjoyed playing this game and the visuals and animations are awesome!”
- “The game was fun, I was delighted by the children's book aesthetic, the story was interesting and the character and level design were impressive.”
- “The free game is pretty good when it comes to the graphics, however it is very buggy at times.”
- “The visuals and sound are very well done although sometimes the controls are a bit difficult.”
- “Voice acting and graphics are good, gameplay is a bit buggy but nothing too bad.”
stability
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as items becoming unreachable and erratic character movements. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, many report that the glitches can be frustrating and even game-breaking, leading to a less fluid and more challenging experience overall. Overall, the stability of the game is a major concern, impacting the enjoyment for many players.
- “It's super buggy; when you pick things up, sometimes they will be miles in front of you.”
- “The worst part by far is the glitches.”
- “There are glitches to be fixed (3 petals and fermented blood) so the game can be perfect, but so far, it has definitely reached my attention and I'm waiting for the next chapters to come.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many players highlighting issues such as janky movement, glitchy mechanics, and frustrating controls, particularly with throwing and carrying items. While some found the gameplay enjoyable and smooth, others felt it detracted from the overall experience, especially when mechanics were essential for puzzle-solving. Despite these criticisms, the game features a cute art style and offers a variety of puzzles, though the execution of certain mechanics remains a significant concern.
- “I personally didn't have any issue with the gameplay, and it ran smoothly.”
- “Easy to follow story with easier gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is solid with a good variety and puzzles that offer a nice challenge.”
- “The throwing mechanic is bad, the movement overall is quite janky, and generally just awkward to play.”
- “Glitches, poor controls, ridiculous throwing mechanics, it's just a chore to play from start to finish.”
- “The carrying mechanics are a bit janky, and I personally suggest either giving your character an inventory, or making it easier to go through holes and doors with your character carrying something.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, featuring cute graphics, a funny storyline, and amusing characters that elicit genuine laughter. Players enjoy the comedic elements, such as quirky interactions and humorous voiceovers, despite some technical issues. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with challenging gameplay, making it a memorable experience.
- “Cute graphics and a funny story, cool collectible story too.”
- “10/10 would tone my abs laughing that hard again.”
- “Some funny voice over and a strong storyline throughout (which does hint at more chapters incoming!).”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and fitting vibe, enhancing the overall experience with an attractive soundtrack and sound effects. However, some players noted that the repetition from playing the game multiple times can diminish its appeal. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's design and atmosphere.
- “The design of the game, colors, characters, voices, and music are very attractive.”
- “The music and the vibe of the game fit really well together.”
- “The soundtrack is nice and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects and music are really fitting; however, due to the fact that you have to play the game three times, it becomes really repetitive.”
- “The only song I can use to describe this game.”
- “The camera is just a bit janky, but the music and the vibe of the game is really something that fits well.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly when it involves collecting multiple items in each room and navigating clunky movement controls. While some achievements may not be overly difficult, the overall experience can feel laborious and detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “The secret achievement is annoying, but not too difficult to get; it's just tedious.”
- “It's fine for the first item, but when you have to pick up two items in every room and ferry them all to the mortar in the kitchen, it gets so tedious.”
- “More than that, though, the game advertises itself as a '3D platform, puzzle strategy game' where the major movement controls are all clunky to the point of being tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its humor and engaging design, creating a fun and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the balance of challenges that complement the overall ambiance, enhancing the gameplay.
- “The challenges are fun and not too hard, the atmosphere is great, and the overall design works really well.”
- “The atmosphere for the game was great.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The game offers a fun experience with rewarding puzzles and multiple endings that enhance its replayability, though some users feel it loses appeal after achieving all endings. Additionally, its free availability adds to its overall value.
- “The puzzles feel rewarding, and the different endings provide great replay value.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making me want to dive back in.”
- “The variety of choices and paths keeps the experience fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
- “Not very replayable once you get all endings, but you'll have fun along the way, and it's free!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, while the game runs smoothly and features impressive visuals and engaging storytelling, there are concerns regarding camera collision and character momentum that require further optimization.
- “I found this to run smoothly, look great, have a neat story, and decent enough puzzles.”
- “Camera collision and character momentum need more skillful optimization.”
- “The game suffers from severe frame rate drops, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, disrupting the flow of gameplay and immersion.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character design is widely praised for its charm and appeal, contributing positively to the overall character development experience.