The Novelist
- December 10, 2013
- Orthogonal Games
- 2h median play time
The Novelist captures the quiet heartbreaks of family life.
Get on Steam"The Novelist" is a narrative-driven game that tells the story of a struggling writer and his family. Players must make difficult decisions to balance the writer's professional aspirations with the emotional needs of his loved ones, all while exploring a beautifully creepy coastal mansion. The game explores themes of ambition, relationships, and personal growth.
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Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 443 reviews
story128 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
- story439 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
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- gameplay167 mentions
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- emotional72 mentions
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- graphics44 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
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- replayability30 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
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Critic Reviews
63% average critic score
