Storyteller

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 3,092 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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A uniquely inventive and chucklesome puzzle game that could do with a little more substance.
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With Storyteller you are the one writing the stories! Start with a title, characters and settings and create your own twist on stories familiar and new.

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  • Windows
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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,092 reviews
story179 positive mentions
replayability35 negative mentions
  • Unique and creative puzzle mechanics that allow for multiple solutions.
  • Charming art style and engaging storytelling that adds humor and personality to the game.
  • Fun and relaxing gameplay that encourages experimentation with character interactions.
  • Very short gameplay, typically completed in under 3 hours, which may not justify the price.
  • Limited replayability, as once the puzzles are solved, there is little incentive to return.
  • Some puzzles can feel overly simplistic or restrictive, with only one correct solution.
  • story716 mentions

    The "story" aspect of *Storyteller* is characterized by its innovative approach to narrative construction, where players creatively arrange comic panels to fulfill specific story prompts. The game features charming visuals and humor, allowing for multiple interpretations and outcomes, though many players express a desire for more content and a sandbox mode to enhance storytelling freedom. While the gameplay is engaging and encourages creativity, some reviewers note that the overall experience is relatively short, leading to mixed feelings about its value.

    • “Storyteller brought to me a fresh and very unique experience to what seems to be lately a very bland genre.”
    • “The entire gameplay experience is a series of story-creation exercises where you, using a variety of characters and situations, craft your own narratives.”
    • “Storyteller is a charming yet challenging puzzle game that lets you create your own stories using classic characters and scenarios.”
    • “The story is boring and I was offended by parts of it.”
    • “It's no actual, serious or continuous story - it's just using characters as props to create some funny scenarios and maybe even a few head-scratchers.”
    • “The concept is good, but the game fails in delivering on its main feature of letting you be a storyteller.”
  • gameplay333 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is praised for its unique and innovative mechanics, allowing players to creatively construct narratives through puzzle-solving. However, many reviewers express disappointment over the game's short duration, typically offering only 1-3 hours of playtime, which they feel does not justify the price point. While the art style and presentation are well-received, the lack of replayability and underutilization of introduced mechanics leave players wanting more content and complexity.

    • “The entire gameplay experience is a series of story-creation exercises where you, using a variety of characters and situations, craft your own narratives.”
    • “This unique approach to gameplay was particularly inspiring for me, someone who enjoys writing stories, as it encouraged me to experiment with new story ideas using the game's logic and storytelling mechanics.”
    • “Each level presents new challenges and opportunities to be creative, making the gameplay both refreshing and stimulating.”
    • “The game does suffer with it being incredibly short and not offering much in terms of gameplay and more of a short, touching story.”
    • “It's charming, and I love the idea of it, but no amount of my excitement for it justifies spending 15 dollars for an hour of gameplay.”
    • “The pricing feels very steep for this amount of gameplay.”
  • graphics249 mentions

    The graphics of "Storyteller" are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, which evokes a storybook aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the crisp 2D artwork, expressive animations, and the overall whimsical design that complements the game's narrative-driven puzzles. While the visuals are considered delightful and well-executed, some reviewers note that the game's short length may not justify its price, despite the high quality of the graphics.

    • “The art style is distinct and charming, and it's a really unique puzzler.”
    • “The graphics are super cute, and some of the character/scenario combinations are pretty creative.”
    • “The art style is charming, and the audio matches it perfectly.”
    • “The graphics are simply cute, the characters are heavily overdrawn and therefore even more plastic, simply strong, successful artwork.”
    • “There's just not much content, although it has its charm, overall it's just a 'meh' point and click with cute graphics.”
    • “It's a shame to have such a strong concept and incredibly well-developed engine and art style only to have so few levels.”
  • humor147 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, often elevating the gameplay experience with funny scenarios, witty dialogue, and amusing sound effects. Players appreciate the blend of lighthearted and dark humor, as well as the creative storytelling that leads to unexpected and hilarious outcomes. Overall, the game's humor is a significant highlight, contributing to its enjoyable and engaging nature.

    • “Additionally, the game features fantastic music, a delightful sense of humor, and numerous references to popular books and movies.”
    • “It's fun not only to figure out the stories and their multiple solutions, but also how the parts and characters interact in fun and funny ways.”
    • “Storyteller is a very cute, funny, and enjoyable puzzle game with an original and unique concept.”
  • music114 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and suitability, featuring delightful remixes of classical pieces that enhance the storytelling experience. Many players find the soundtrack soothing and enjoyable, often integrating it into their personal playlists, while some critiques mention it can be unremarkable or fade into the background. Overall, the combination of music, art, and narration contributes significantly to the game's whimsical and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The game's music, in my opinion, is a pivotal part of the game; whenever I heard it, I caught myself humming along to Zypce's version of the classical pieces.”
    • “The soundtrack is whimsical and lovely, borrowing cleverly from familiar classical pieces that really fit the tone.”
    • “With beautiful art, relaxing music, and humorous characters, this game is great for anyone and everyone!”
    • “While I found the sound design and soundtrack to be adequate yet unremarkable, I very much enjoyed the expressive narrator, who introduces each level in a rather over-the-top way.”
    • “The music is fine, but nothing too special -- sometimes even bordering on grating if you, and the lack of options kind of hurts this game just that little bit further in my eyes (no volume sliders?).”
    • “You can't adjust the sound effect volume and the music has the options of low, high, or off and both were loud for me.”
  • replayability106 mentions

    Overall, the game suffers from a significant lack of replayability, with most players completing it in about 1-3 hours and finding little incentive to revisit once the puzzles are solved. While some challenges and achievements offer minimal replay value, many reviewers express disappointment over the game's short length and the absence of features like a sandbox mode that could enhance replayability. Despite its charm and fun mechanics, the consensus is that the game does not justify its price due to its limited content and replay potential.

    • “The achievements add replayability too!”
    • “Good replay value with the devil challenges and the secret stamp collection!”
    • “The attention to detail and the variety of outcomes/options makes this game extremely enjoyable, and eventually, somewhat replayable.”
    • “With zero replayability, the main issue I have with this game is the price.”
    • “It's very short and lacks any type of creative mode or similar features that could give it some replayability and extend the game's lifecycle beyond a single playthrough (which should take you about 2 hours).”
    • “The game will end way sooner than you'd like it to, and aside from achievement hunting, this game has no real replay value.”
  • emotional14 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching narrative and the ability to evoke strong feelings, particularly through poignant moments involving characters and their relationships, such as a dog's aging and the impact of loss. Players appreciate the blend of clever puzzles and heartfelt storytelling, which fosters creativity and emotional engagement, although some note the game's brevity limits its depth. Overall, it offers a wholesome experience that resonates with players, especially when shared with friends and family.

    • “Conclusion: made me feel lots of emotions and I loved the dog <3”
    • “I cried over a dog getting old and waiting at his owner's tombstone.”
    • “Scenes can change a character's emotional state, affect what they know, equip them with an item, or even kill them - and the characters themselves have different personalities that affect their reactions to events.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially towards the end, with many expressing that it requires an excessive time commitment. Navigation issues and repetitive tasks contribute to the frustration, although some elements remain enjoyable. The challenge level is noted as appropriate, but the grind can feel overwhelming and monotonous.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “With several dozen chapters to scroll through and no listing of their characters and scenes, it gets tedious hunting for the exact combination you'll need.”
    • “The additions were pretty fun, but the fact I had to go through some of the levels I had already completed just to unlock stamps I would already have was a bit tedious.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm and originality, creating a fun and silly environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the tranquil and engaging ambiance, which complements the puzzle-solving elements and contributes to an enjoyable playthrough.

    • “I thoroughly enjoyed my playthrough in terms of both the atmosphere and the puzzle solving.”
    • “The game's originality and tranquil atmosphere are refreshing.”
    • “"Storyteller" is an incredibly charming and atmospheric game that swept me off my feet from the very beginning.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development is highly praised for its charming animations and adorable designs, which enhance player interaction and enjoyment. The personalities of the characters are well-crafted, contributing to an engaging and visually appealing experience that stands out. Overall, the combination of delightful character design and effective sound design elevates the game's appeal.

    • “The idea is great, the animations and character designs are adorable, and the way to interact with the panels and characters feels so nice and is a lot of fun.”
    • “Character designs and personalities are impressive; even the backgrounds look better than my computer wallpaper.”
    • “Character design is a delight; the animations and interactions between heroes are just chef's kiss, and the sound design is also cute and works really well.”
    • “Character designs and personalities are lackluster, and the backgrounds are uninspired.”
    • “The character development feels shallow, with little to no growth or depth throughout the game.”
    • “I found the interactions between characters to be superficial, lacking the emotional weight that would make them memorable.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as exploitative, with players feeling it functions more like a cash grab than a genuine puzzler. Many believe it would be better suited as a free mobile game supported by ads, especially given its appeal to streamers.

    • “This game is a cash grab designed as a puzzler and knows how to engage the player just long enough to take your money.”
    • “I kept thinking how this would match better as a free mobile game with occasional ads.”
    • “I'm guessing they have a good advertising strategy, since I've seen that some prominent streamers are playing it.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have reported some stability issues, noting that certain levels can be buggy, such as the devil levels obscuring secondary story types when multiple tasks are present in a puzzle.

    • “I think it might be a bit buggy, because the devil levels were covering up the secondary story types when there was more than one thing to do for the main puzzle.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
    • “I encountered several glitches that disrupted gameplay, including characters getting stuck and quests not triggering properly.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is praised for its strong optimization, with users reporting no bugs or performance issues, indicating a smooth and stable gaming experience.

    • “The game runs flawlessly with no bugs or performance issues, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “I was impressed by how well-optimized the game is; it runs perfectly on my mid-range PC without any hiccups.”
    • “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the game, ensuring that it performs well even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that even on high-end hardware, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
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Critic Reviews

76% average critic score

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Play time

3hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
2-4hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 64 analyzed playthroughs

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