- September 2, 2016
- Aldorlea Games
- 27h median play time
The Tale of a Common Man
Platforms
About
In "The Tale of a Common Man," players navigate a medieval-fantasy world as an ordinary man seeking adventure and fortune. Through turn-based battles, players recruit allies, level up skills, and uncover secrets to build a party and defeat enemies. The game features hand-drawn pixel art and a focus on character development, offering a classic RPG experience with a modern twist. Character limit: 265 characters.











- The game features a compelling story with well-developed characters, making it engaging and enjoyable.
- It offers a good balance of challenge with varied combat mechanics and customization options for party members.
- The art style and music are appealing, contributing to a charming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- There are gameplay bugs and issues with enemy respawning that can disrupt the flow and enjoyment of the game.
- Exploration can feel unrewarding, with many areas lacking valuable loot or meaningful side quests.
- The writing and dialogue can be inconsistent, with some parts feeling rushed or poorly executed.
story
66 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story is generally well-received, featuring a classic revenge arc centered on Jerrat, a farmer whose family is tragically killed, prompting him to seek justice. While many players appreciate the character development and engaging narrative, some find the plot somewhat simplistic and occasionally confusing, particularly in its early stages. Overall, the game offers a satisfying conclusion and a blend of humor and emotional depth, though it could benefit from more nuanced storytelling and better worldbuilding.
“The story is beautiful, and the character development for all party members is constructed really well.”
“The tale of a common man—a game in 16-bit format, is very well drawn. In the story, you play as an average person, the most ordinary farmer, who is entrusted with a significant mission.”
“A great story that draws you in immediately with an early terrible event that sets everything in motion—the murder of a 'common' farmer's (Jerrat) family that sets him on a course of revenge that will take him on a long journey of discovery and adventure.”
“The story is a relatively standard arc about you, Jerrat the farmer, having your farm destroyed and family killed, and setting off on a journey to bring the people responsible to justice.”
“The problem is, the other story looks so distant and hard to understand, especially since they keep on throwing names and facts without explaining the worldbuilding first.”
“Remarkably poor writing on a technical level combined with absolutely no sense of subtlety, as Jerrat tells the player that he loves his family and will be sad now that they're dead and swears revenge because he is angry and is bad at fighting because he is a common man.”