- September 20, 2018
- Convict Games
STONE
STONE's writing can swerve between fantastic and terrible at the drop of a hat. Considering this is the most important part of the game, it's a shame it couldn't be more consistent in its quality.
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STONE is a single player casual role playing game with mystery and comedy themes. It was developed by Convict Games and was released on September 20, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.
"STONE is a single-player, mystery role-playing game with an intriguing story and outstanding soundtrack. Created by a global team, the game features a 3rd person perspective with a drone cam and map-based free roam exploration. Experience a deep, reference-heavy interactive story involving drinking, dancing, and smoking, as you uncover the life lessons of the game's protagonist."











- The game features a unique and engaging story centered around a gay koala private investigator, which adds a refreshing perspective to the narrative.
- The soundtrack is well-curated, featuring a mix of hip-hop and rock that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The character designs and visuals are colorful and appealing, contributing to the game's charm despite some technical limitations.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and linear, with minimal interaction and repetitive tasks that can lead to boredom.
- Voice acting is inconsistent, with some characters delivering lines poorly, detracting from the overall immersion.
- The game is very short, lasting only about 1.5 to 2 hours, which may not justify the price for many players.
- story130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Stone" revolves around a koala on a quest to find his kidnapped boyfriend, blending elements of noir and humor with a distinctly Australian flavor. While some players appreciate its engaging twists and emotional depth, many criticize the slow pacing, lack of meaningful dialogue choices, and underdeveloped characters, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its potential, the storytelling is often hampered by poor execution, making it feel more like a passive experience than an interactive narrative.
“The story is well crafted and reveals itself through a series of twists that keep you engaged throughout.”
“Stone is a solid, short interactive story with some memorable characters and settings.”
“The story is a mix of 'The Big Lebowski', 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels', and 'Two Hands'.”
“The story itself has potential, but the telling of that story is so oafishly handled that any goodwill gets tossed aside, just like the carpet of empty beer cans lining Stone's apartment.”
“The overall story is okay, but the dialogue is forced and the characters don't come across as believable.”
“Unfortunately, the story is very minimal and weak, not well written, not so interesting and engaging; playtime is about two hours, but it could be less.”
Lovers, liars, and a stoner named Leslie --- Stone review
Stone is fun, but flawed. The story is well crafted and reveals itself through a series of twists that keep you engaged throughout. There is no action aside from walking up to different people or items, but the game never drags. As much as I love the story here, the dialogue is strained at times and has glitches that affect the timing. Overall a worthy experience and story to enjoy.
70%STONE Review
STONE's writing can swerve between fantastic and terrible at the drop of a hat. Considering this is the most important part of the game, it's a shame it couldn't be more consistent in its quality.
55%STONE – A Mature Adventure Not Worth Taking?
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Frequently Asked Questions
STONE is a casual role playing game with mystery and comedy themes.
STONE is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.
STONE was released on September 20, 2018.
STONE was developed by Convict Games.
STONE has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.
STONE is a single player game.
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