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The Tale of Onogoro

While it may not fully succeed in delivering an anime-driven action-adventure experience, it doesn’t detract from the game’s overall appeal.
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60%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, emotional
story, gameplay
73% User Score Based on 26 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

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PCPlayStation VROculus QuestOculus RiftVirtual RealityWindowsPlayStationPlayStation VR2
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The Tale of Onogoro is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by AMATA Games and was released on September 28, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"The Tale of Onogoro" is a VR adventure game where players join Haru, a shrine maiden, to save the world from giant beasts called "Kami." Together, they solve puzzles and engage in intense battles, with some actions only possible by one of them. This is a unique Japanese VR action adventure that depicts the bond between the player and Haru. Save the world and those in your hands in this memorable title.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions

  • The game features charming visuals and a well-crafted story that keeps players engaged throughout the adventure.
  • Puzzles are creatively designed with timing elements, making them more interesting than typical puzzle mechanics.
  • The game effectively utilizes VR controls, providing a unique experience that combines puzzle-solving with action elements.
  • The pacing is slow, with excessive exposition and repetitive boss fights that can feel tedious.
  • The companion character, Haru, is often seen as annoying due to her constant dialogue and the way she dictates the game's pace.
  • Some players find the puzzles and combat mechanics to be overly simplistic, making the game feel more suited for a younger audience.
  • story
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Tale of Onogoro" is primarily conveyed through extensive monologues from the main character, Haru, which provide rich details about the world and plot. While the narrative begins with heavy exposition, it gradually unfolds as players progress, revealing emotional moments and well-developed characters that enhance the overall experience. The game is praised for its engaging story, making it a recommended title for fans of anime and narrative-driven gameplay.

    • “The story of 'Tale of Onogoro' starts when Haru, the shrine maiden of her world, attempts to stop Masutake from obtaining the power of the Total Nexus to become an all-mighty powerful being.”
    • “I know that the beginning is a lot to take in, but everything makes a lot more sense as the story progresses and bits and pieces are explained more in detail throughout the campaign.”
    • “So the story unfolds as you progress through these levels; there are tons of conversations that you have with Haru, and as it progresses, you just keep learning more and more about what's happening, with some cool emotional moments in the game.”
    • “The story further slows down the pace with the heavy exposition.”
    • “The story of Tale of Onogoro starts when Haru, the shrine maiden of her world, attempts to stop Masutake from obtaining the power of the Total Nexus to become an all-mighty powerful being.”
    • “So the story unfolds as you progress through these levels; there are a ton of conversations that you have with Haru, and as it progresses, you just keep learning more and more about what's happening.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as a puzzle adventure that is accessible but may feel simplistic, with mechanics that are easy to grasp early on. While some players appreciate the effective dodging and firing mechanics, others find the excessive exposition and repetitive dialogue detract from the experience, leading to frustration. Overall, the gameplay is functional and enjoyable for a VR title, though it may not offer groundbreaking innovation.

    • “Gameplay-wise, the best way to describe it is that it's a puzzle adventure type of game.”
    • “Sure, the gameplay isn't really groundbreaking and the graphics might not be the best, but it works very well, and the dodging/firing mechanics work well together.”
    • “10 hours of gameplay, totally worth it for a VR title.”
    • “I do plan on finishing it, but you get to understand the whole game's mechanics pretty early on.”
    • “The gameplay is for toddlers.”
    • “Haru practically never stops talking - I quit before I played an hour because I was tired of hearing her tell me things I could have figured out on my own or delivering setting exposition that wasn't necessary to advance the gameplay.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game showcase significant improvements over the Quest version, featuring enhanced visual settings and a pleasing art style that immerses players in the world. While not groundbreaking, the overall presentation is decent, making levels visually appealing and enjoyable to navigate. The combination of solid graphics and effective gameplay mechanics contributes to a satisfying experience.

    • “There was clearly a lot of effort put into the game: there are a lot of visual upgrades from the Quest version and even graphic settings. The campaign is several hours long, it's fully voiced, and even motion captured.”
    • “The art style is great and immerses you into the world.”
    • “The overall graphical presentation is pretty decent too; it won't blow your socks off by any means, but it does the job well enough to make the levels look pretty and fun to navigate.”
    • “There was clearly a lot of effort put into the game: there are a lot of visual upgrades from the Quest version and even graphic settings, the campaign is several hours long (I've stopped playing on level 5.3 out of presumably 7 chapters), it's fully voiced and even motion captured.”
    • “Quest level graphics.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its exceptional ambiance, which significantly enhances the story-driven experience and complements the well-written characters.

    • “I really like story-driven games in general, but the whole atmosphere and ambiance of this particular game is clearly what makes it exceptional from my point of view, along with the well-written characters.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world and making every moment feel significant.”
    • “From the haunting sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere of this game creates an unforgettable experience.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be highly emotionally engaging, particularly due to its unfolding narrative and extensive character interactions with Haru. As the story progresses, it reveals deeper layers and emotional moments that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The most emotionally investing game I've played in VR.”
    • “As the story unfolds through the levels, there are tons of conversations with Haru. As you progress, you keep learning more about what's happening, and there are some truly impactful emotional moments in the game.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the game's music, with users expressing enthusiasm for original compositions and their impact on the overall experience. Additionally, some reviewers have created their own music-related content, showcasing their dedication and passion for the game's soundtrack.

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The Tale of Onogoro is a action adventure game.

The Tale of Onogoro is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows, PlayStation VR and others.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing The Tale of Onogoro.

The Tale of Onogoro was released on September 28, 2022.

The Tale of Onogoro was developed by AMATA Games.

The Tale of Onogoro has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its story.

The Tale of Onogoro is a single player game.

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