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Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town

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57%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
graphics, music
92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

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Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Urchin Games and was released on January 27, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Play the exciting hidden object adventurer "Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town". The young couple Melissa and Alfred celebrate their first wedding anniversary when Melissa puts a mysterious ring on her finger and falls into a magical sleep. Help Alfred find a cure and break the ring's curse! - Immerse yourself in the gloomy atmosphere of the small town of Strawsbrough - Solve chal…

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
story5 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game features a captivating story that keeps players invested despite its short length.
  • The hidden object scenes are visually appealing and offer a decent challenge, with some original puzzles.
  • The atmosphere and sound design contribute to an enjoyable experience, making it a good choice for fans of the genre.
  • The game lacks a 'Skip' function for mini-games, which may frustrate players who prefer to bypass them.
  • Voice acting is subpar, and the overall gameplay experience is hindered by technical limitations and bugs.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 2 hours to complete, and lacks additional content like achievements or a journal.
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its focus on narrative and character interactions, despite some noting it as average or short. The plot revolves around a young couple and includes elements of mystery and quests that enhance player engagement, though it lacks major twists. Overall, the storytelling is described as simple yet effective, providing a pleasant and casual experience.

    • “While the text might move rather slowly, I still felt myself invested in the story.”
    • “You’ll also meet interesting characters along the way, most of whom will ask you to complete a quest; once complete, you’ll receive an important item to help you move forward in the story.”
    • “Players take the role of Alfred in a simple but pleasant storyline across the town, meeting several NPCs to further discover the truth behind the curse.”
    • “The whole story is constructed around mystery, without any major twists or groundbreaking turns, but still delivering a smooth and casual adventurous experience of events.”
    • “The story is not particularly exciting, but is told well enough with a small cast of voice-acted characters.”
    • “A quest of restoring love, in a simple but well-directed narrative, delivering casual fun, despite technical limitations.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally considered acceptable for the game's age, featuring enjoyable artwork and some attention to detail despite being low definition. While not groundbreaking, the visuals are appreciated for their charm and overall quality.

    • “Despite its age and art style, it was pretty enjoyable.”
    • “Nice graphics.”
    • “The graphics are okay, but nothing special.”
    • “Although its visuals are low definition, there's still some attention to detail.”
    • “Okay graphics for the age.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some users noting it fails to stand out, while others find the soundtrack surprisingly enjoyable and a noteworthy aspect of the experience. Sound effects are consistent with the developer's previous titles.

    • “The soundtrack is another surprise, and probably an aspect one would overlook when wondering if 'Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town' is a good purchase option.”
    • “The music is nothing to be mentioned; nothing caught my attention, but the sound effects are similar to other games from the same developer.”
    • “The soundtrack is another surprise, and probably an expected one that one would overlook when wondering if 'Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town' is a good purchase option.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its dark, immersive vibe, enhanced by unique soundscapes and ambient music that complement the setting. Players find the environment engaging and fitting for the challenging puzzles, creating a compelling overall experience.

    • “The small town is filled with the perfect dark vibe, with a great ambient atmosphere surrounding it.”
    • “Sound portrays perfectly well with the dire atmosphere, and each hotspot has a very unique tune attached, evoking neo-classic melodies.”
    • “I liked the atmosphere and the puzzles were fun and challenging (unless you use the hint button).”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the full voice casting in the game, noting that while the emotional expressions may be generic, they still contribute to an entertaining and emotionally resonant experience.

    • “The entire game features full voice acting, and while the expressions may be generic and basic, it still manages to be entertaining with a strong emotional resonance.”
    • “The story had me in tears; the characters felt so real and their struggles were deeply relatable.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the game's narrative; it captured the complexities of human emotions beautifully.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While some users feel the gameplay may not be exceptional, many appreciate it for its engaging mechanics and storytelling, particularly highlighting its effectiveness in the hidden object genre.

    • “To anyone who thinks hidden object games aren't really games: try this one to understand the importance of good gameplay and good storytelling.”
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Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town is a casual simulation game.

Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town is available on PC and Windows.

Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town was released on January 27, 2019.

Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town was developed by Urchin Games.

Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town is a single player game.

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