That's Not How it Happened

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"That's Not How it Happened" is a comedy adventure game that tells the same story from different perspectives through different genres. Players can brawl as patriarch George, experience intrigue through a romance simulator as son Alan, and solve puzzles as daughter Zoey Turner. The game features four unique 2D art styles, is fully voiced, and has a talking dinosaur. Overall, it's a wacky and entertaining game that offers varying gameplay experiences.

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

The game features cute artwork and a fun, engaging narrative that makes for a delightful short experience.
It's a unique blend of different gameplay styles, providing a refreshing and entertaining way to tell the same story from multiple perspectives.
For a free game, it offers great value with its charming characters, humor, and well-executed voice acting.

The game is very short, with a playtime of around 20-30 minutes, leaving some players wanting more content.
The visuals are criticized for being lackluster and not meeting modern gaming standards, which detracts from the overall experience.
While the game is fun, it lacks depth and replayability, making it feel more like a one-time experience rather than a lasting title.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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14%
The graphics of "that's not how it happened" feature a mix of hand-drawn and cartoony artwork, which many players find cute and charming. However, there are significant criticisms regarding the inconsistency in visual quality, with some graphics appearing low-resolution even on high-end displays. Overall, while the art style is appreciated, the game's 2D visuals are considered lackluster compared to modern standards.
- “Super cute artwork and a fun but short experience!”
- “Worth the price, great story, great gameplay, and most of all, outstanding art style.”
- “Game time is around 25 minutes, it's adorable, silly, and the art styles make it even better!”
- “The game features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “The graphics were cute, but I didn't really get it, and the gameplay was quite limited.”
- “My only complaint is that I spent too much money on a 4K monitor once, and the graphics range from 480p to 8K friendly.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
50%
6%
The game features a captivating story that is well-voiced and presented through the unique perspectives of three unreliable narrators, each offering distinct gameplay styles ranging from beat 'em up to dating sim. Players appreciate the quirky characters and the engaging mini-game format, making for a fun and interactive experience. Overall, the narrative is described as cute and enjoyable, enhancing the game's overall appeal.
- “Love the different playstyles depending on which character is telling the story.”
- “I absolutely adored playing Zoey's version of the story.”
- “Telling the same story from different perspectives of 3 unreliable narrators with seeds of truth in them.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
10%
10%
The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its fun mechanics and engaging story, complemented by an outstanding art style. However, some users feel that it lacks depth and variety, suggesting that additional gameplay elements could elevate it to a more substantial experience. Overall, it is considered worth the price, with potential for expansion into a larger game or series.
- “Worth the price, great story, great gameplay, and most of all, outstanding art style.”
- “Interesting mechanic and I want to play more like this.”
- “Fun gameplay.”
- “The graphics were cute, but I didn't really get it, and the gameplay was quite limited.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players noting it as fun, engaging, and capable of eliciting genuine laughter throughout. Many appreciate its interesting concept and well-executed comedic elements, making it a delightful short experience that can be completed in about 30 minutes.
- “Had me laughing out loud the whole time :)”
- “Pretty fun and funny, free, and you can beat it in 30 minutes!”
- “Good humor, interesting concept, and well made.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and integration with the overall experience, others feel it falls short in terms of animation and impact. Overall, it is considered good but not exceptional, complementing the game's art and voice acting effectively.
- “The art, music, and voice acting are great, and the ending was positively lovely.”
- “Good game, especially for the price, art is well made, same for ideas, but the animation and music aren't amazing.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players found the emotional aspect of the game particularly impactful, highlighting the touching ending and the heartwarming final image of the family together, which resonated deeply with them.
- “The end was very touching, and the final picture of the family together at the end of the credits was heartwarming.”

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