The Villager and the Werewolf

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The Villager and the Werewolf is a single player action game. It was developed by Minicactus Games and was released on October 26, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"The Villager and the Werewolf" is a jigsaw game that narrates a chilling tale of a werewolf terrorizing a village. As you complete each puzzle, you unlock segments of the story, adding a thrilling twist to the traditional puzzle game. Join Arthur in his quest for revenge against the werewolf that took his wife's life, with each puzzle bringing you closer to the truth. With 3 difficulty levels and over 50 puzzles, uncover the mystery behind the werewolf of Silver Village.

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Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story12 positive mentions

The game features a compelling story that unfolds as players complete puzzles, keeping them engaged.
The puzzle mechanics are user-friendly, with pieces snapping together easily and good zoom functionality.
The art style is unique and adds to the overall experience, complemented by a good soundtrack and narration.

The story is simplistic and feels incomplete, with repetitive elements that diminish its impact.
Some puzzles have a similar aesthetic, leading to a lack of variety in the visual experience.
There are minor technical issues, such as pieces occasionally not snapping together properly and limited background color options.

story
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The game's story, centered around werewolves, is described as short and simplistic, with many players feeling it is incomplete and repetitive, as the same narrative segment plays multiple times across different puzzle modes. While some appreciate the unique art style and the way the story is interwoven with the puzzles, others criticize the rushed conclusion and lack of depth. Overall, the storytelling approach is seen as compelling, but the execution leaves much to be desired.
- “This was an interesting experience - the story is short but the art style is unique and the puzzles interspersed between story beats feel particularly effective.”
- “A story that holds us, a very pleasant experience.”
- “A different jigsaw game with a story that keeps you interested.”
- “The story is beyond simplistic--it's essentially incomplete.”
- “The same piece of the story plays when you finish a puzzle in any of the 5 modes, so you've heard it 5 times by the time you've finished a puzzle.”
- “I fully expected there to be another two or three puzzles on an additional page once I finished the 8th, but instead the story just ends.”
graphics
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The graphics feature a unique and interesting art style, though some elements, like the trees, can appear repetitive. Overall, the visuals are complemented by an enchanting soundtrack, enhancing the experience of the jigsaw puzzle gameplay. Despite some roughness, the combination of art and voice acting is surprisingly effective for the genre.
- “The graphics are unique and the soundtrack is enchanting.”
- “This was an interesting experience - the story is short but the art style is unique and the puzzles interspersed between story beats feel particularly effective.”
- “This is surprisingly good for a jigsaw puzzle, great art style and voice acting.”
- “Often with the trees, there is a lot of sameness in the aesthetic, so I would just be dropping pieces in a line to see which ones clicked into place rather than matching the images.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by simple and user-friendly mechanics, making it accessible for players. Many users report enjoying over 30 hours of content, particularly through completing various jigsaw puzzles, and recommend the game even at full price.
- “The mechanics are simple and easy to use.”
- “Recommended even at full price, I got over 30 hours of gameplay out of this (I did each jigsaw and their sizes once).”
music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting soundtrack, which complements the unique graphics, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “The graphics are unique and the soundtrack is enchanting.”