Prehistoric Tales
- May 24, 2016
- Amegami
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Prehistoric Tales" is a game where you build and protect a settlement in a prehistoric world filled with dinosaurs. As a brave and kind stranger, you'll become a skilled builder and warrior, managing resources to feed and house villagers while completing missions to clear caves and defend against invaders. The game features addictive gameplay, colorful visuals, and ear-pleasing music for hours of enjoyment.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Cute graphics and a relaxing gameplay experience make it accessible for casual gamers.
- The game features a simple turn-based combat system that is easy to understand and play.
- It offers a light-hearted and emotional story that resonates with players, providing a sense of joy and hope.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, making it feel shallow and unchallenging.
- The game is very short, with a completion time of around 3-5 hours, leaving little incentive for replayability.
- Technical issues, such as bugs and a lack of customization options, detract from the overall experience.
- story23 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its emotional depth and moral lessons, while others find it simplistic and forgettable. Many reviews highlight that the narrative feels underdeveloped, often overshadowed by repetitive quests and resource management tasks, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding its conclusion. Overall, the story may engage some players, but it lacks the complexity and depth that others expect from a game.
“Masterpiece of an emotional story, seeing my huts be built like they were on the hill.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story started to progress, and again I thought there would be more ... but the final quest was 'defeat 5 enemy squads' ... which I was doing as a distraction from the resource grind anyhow, gave no indication it was the final mission, and soon as I completed it ... game over.”
“This game has no story.”
“I don't mind the lack of challenge, but the game takes only 3-4 hours to finish and there isn't a decent story (barely a story at all).”
“The story started to progress, and again I thought there would be more, but the final quest was 'defeat 5 enemy squads'... which I was doing as a distraction from the resource grind anyhow, gave no indication it was the final mission, and as soon as I completed it... game over.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as cute and fitting the theme, contributing to a light and enjoyable atmosphere. However, some users criticize the overall quality, comparing it unfavorably to other titles and noting a lack of customization options. Overall, while the artwork is appreciated, the graphics are considered low-quality by some players.
“Cute graphics, low stress city building, turn-based combat, and a simple story keep things interesting.”
“The graphics are cute, the music is light on the ears, and gameplay is easy enough for anyone to play.”
“The artwork is pretty good and the sound and music are decent.”
“Prehistoric Tales is, well... did you ever find yourself wishing you could play a massively dumbed down version of Heroes of Might and Magic, but with worse graphics, dinosaurs, shallow gameplay, and the whole thing done badly in the style of a cheap mobile app?”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low quality graphics.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming and light, contributing positively to the overall experience, though some users find it repetitive and only passable. The presence of a volume slider is appreciated, allowing for customization of the audio experience. Overall, while the music is not groundbreaking, it complements the cute graphics and easy gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The graphics are cute, the music is light on the ears, and gameplay is easy enough for anyone to play.”
“Calm soundtrack and gameplay.”
“The music is passable.”
“Just filling noises, no music.”
“Even some of the music is the same!”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, often requiring repetitive clicking and micro-management to progress, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some achievements can be unlocked with minimal additional grinding, the lack of replay value and the simplistic combat system contribute to a sense of frustration rather than challenge. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing the game's potential content.
“There are 2 achievements based around artifacts, so grinding even after you complete the game might be needed.”
“It's a neat little game, easy to understand but very grindy.”
“It seems like the game has a decent amount of content, but the focus of the game is tedious clicking and micro-managing the same things again and again, monotonous without any challenge or possibility to automate things.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Prehistoric Tales is criticized for being a simplistic and repetitive experience, reminiscent of a poorly executed mobile app version of Heroes of Might and Magic. While it includes basic mechanics for city building and combat, the overall execution feels shallow and lacks engagement, leading to boredom after a short playtime.
“All of the basic gameplay loops are there for city building, combat, etc., but nothing elevates the experience from being just adequate across the board.”
“If you are somewhat familiar with the game 'Heroes of Might and Magic' (3 is the best, by the way), then you will understand the combat mechanics.”
“The calm soundtrack complements the gameplay beautifully.”
“Prehistoric Tales is, well... did you ever find yourself wishing you could play a massively dumbed down version of Heroes of Might and Magic, but with worse graphics, dinosaurs, shallow gameplay, and the whole thing done badly in the style of a crappy mobile app?”
“The gameplay gets repetitive and boring after an hour or so, even though the overall length is short.”
“All of the basic gameplay loops are there for city building, combat, etc., but nothing pulls the experience up from being just adequate across the board.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, with some users noting that while achievements are easy to obtain, they do not significantly enhance the experience. A few players have encountered bugs related to achievements, but overall, the game is considered almost infinitely replayable for those who enjoy completing challenges.
“The game is infinitely replayable, with each playthrough offering new challenges and experiences.”
“I find myself coming back to this game time and time again; the replayability is off the charts!”
“Every time I play, I discover something new, making it almost endlessly replayable.”
“There is no replay value, but achievements are easy to obtain and don't require too much grinding. Some people have reported bugs in receiving one achievement, but I didn't have a problem.”
“The game lacks replayability, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
“Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users report mixed experiences with stability; while some encounter glitches and issues at level 99, others praise the mobile port as being bug-free.
“The mobile port is completely bug-free, providing a smooth gaming experience.”
“I haven't encountered any crashes or glitches; the stability of the game is impressive.”
“The game runs flawlessly on my device, showcasing excellent stability throughout.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it impossible to progress.”
“I encountered multiple bugs that caused the game to freeze.”
“It gets stuck at level 99, and the game glitches.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotionally impactful storytelling, with players expressing a deep connection to the narrative as they witness the development of their in-game environment, such as the construction of huts.
“A masterpiece of an emotional story, seeing my huts being built as if they were on the hill.”
“The game took me on an emotional rollercoaster, making me feel deeply connected to the characters.”
“I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments and the depth of the narrative.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model is straightforward, featuring no paywalls, in-game purchases, or player trading, which may appeal to those seeking a purely free experience, but the lack of future expansions and social features could limit long-term engagement.
“No paywall, no in-game purchases, and no player trading or interaction make for a refreshing experience.”
“The absence of monetization tactics like in-app purchases allows for a more immersive gameplay experience.”
“It's great to see a game that prioritizes player experience over monetization strategies.”
“The monetization model is frustratingly restrictive, offering no future expansions or social features, which makes the game feel stagnant.”
“There are no in-game purchases or player interactions, leaving the monetization aspect feeling completely lacking.”
“The absence of any paywall or player trading makes the monetization feel underdeveloped and uninspired.”
