Tales Beyond The Tomb: The Farm's Secret

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"Tales Beyond The Tomb: The Farm's Secret" is the second episode of a chilling horror series, inspired by 80s and 90s classics. As Samantha, uncover secrets and lies in a small farm town, where nothing is as it seems. With VHS aesthetic, photorealistic graphics, and interactive microphone features, prepare to be immersed in a blurred line between villain and victim. How far will you go to uncover the truth?

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Play Modes

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

Tales Beyond The Tomb: The Farm's Secret screenshot

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

story14 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features phenomenal visuals and a dark, immersive atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
The storyline is engaging and well-crafted, with a unique approach that deviates from typical indie horror titles.
Sound design and music are on point, contributing significantly to the tension and overall creepy vibe of the game.

The pacing feels off at times, with long cutscenes and transitions that disrupt the flow of gameplay.
Some players found the lack of checkpoints frustrating, as dying can lead to having to replay lengthy sections of the game.
There are issues with clarity in the story and objectives, making it easy to get confused about what to do next.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
60%
7%
The game's story is a complex and haunting narrative based on true events, featuring a mix of present-day exploration and flashbacks that reveal the protagonist's backstory. While many players found the plot engaging and atmospheric, some criticized it for being disjointed and overly drawn out in certain scenes. Overall, the story is praised for its dark themes and emotional depth, leaving players eager for future installments.
- “The story is incredible, the graphics are amazing, it’s a huge upgrade to their usual style.”
- “You’re not just a spectator in this story—you’re part of the sinister web, and every decision feels like peeling back a layer of the farm’s horrifying secret.”
- “This game isn’t just scary—it’s downright haunting, especially when you realize it’s based on a true story.”
- “The story was all over the place, and way too many scenes were drawn out for cinematic sake, and it didn't work, not here.”
- “The story was close to something tangible... I just didn't see, hear, or feel it.”
- “I was confused for most of the story because I didn't know who Chris was to Sam, but everything came together at the end!”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
66%
9%
Gameplay is generally easy to grasp, with a decent storyline, but some players feel it lacks innovation and relies too heavily on familiar mechanics like stealth. While the endgame mechanics received praise, there are criticisms regarding certain gameplay choices, such as the "don't talk into your mic" mechanic, which some find unnecessary. Overall, the game captures a compelling atmosphere, but players desire more variety and fluidity in gameplay for future installments.
- “Mechanics were easy to figure out, and the storyline was decent.”
- “Love the game from start to end; I just wish they would add a few extra features in the next episode instead of the usual hide and be quiet mechanic.”
- “Enjoyed it; I really liked the end game mechanics.”
- “This could have easily been condensed down into 30 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Gameplay does not change the genre’s formula.”
- “While tapping a separate keyboard button is normal gameplay, it would make the entire experience much more fluid if you could do the same with the left mouse button.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
21%
21%
The graphics in the game are a mix of phenomenal visuals and intentional low-quality aesthetics, with a notable 80s VHS style that adds nostalgia. While some players appreciate the upgrade from previous titles, others note that the graphics are not meant to be cutting-edge, aligning with the game's darker narrative and linear gameplay. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the atmosphere, despite some contrasting opinions on their quality.
- “The visuals in tbtt so far have been phenomenal.”
- “The story is incredible, the graphics are amazing; it’s a huge upgrade to their usual style.”
- “The game has an interesting story, very linear, sounds are good, tension and scares are good, low price + solid playtime (2 hours), graphics are intentionally low so don't expect amazing visuals.”
- “There is some violence, but hardly any horror visuals.”
- “The 80s-style VHS aesthetic adds a layer of nostalgia, but the twisted plot quickly pulls you into something much darker.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in the game is highly praised, with many users noting that the second episode enhances the immersive experience even further than the first. The combination of a compelling story based on real-life events contributes significantly to the overall atmospheric quality.
- “The second episode was actually even more atmospheric than the first part.”
- “The atmosphere is on point and the story is pretty interesting as it is based on real-life events.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music and sound design in the game received high praise from users, consistently noted for being well-executed and fitting perfectly with the overall experience.
- “The sound and music were on point in this one.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate a general dissatisfaction with the humor in the game, with players expressing a desire for a comedic companion and a preference for a road trip setting to enhance the comedic experience.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to a punishing checkpoint system that requires them to repeat tedious tasks without significant impact on the game's outcomes. This lack of checkpoints can lead to unnecessary repetition, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The checkpoint system feels punishing, forcing players to redo tedious steps that aren't necessary for any specific outcomes in the game. For example, if you exit the game right before the very first car section, you have to start all over again because there's no checkpoint, making you cook, shower, and eat all over again.”