This is a True Story

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This is a True Story is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

This is a True Story is a single-player adventure game that takes you on a beautiful quest for water. Featuring perfect graphics and an intriguing story, it delivers a highly emotional experience that captures the challenges and hopes of its journey. Immerse yourself in this heartfelt and visually stunning narrative.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 263 reviews

story37 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and a calming atmosphere, enhancing the storytelling experience.
It provides an educational perspective on water scarcity, making players more aware of global issues.
The voice acting is praised for its warmth and calmness, contributing to an engaging narrative.

The gameplay is often described as dull and repetitive, with limited interactivity and challenges.
There are technical glitches, including graphical issues like pink patches and problems with controls.
Many players feel the game is too short and lacks depth, leaving them wanting more content.

story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
49%
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The story aspect of the game is widely regarded as touching, educational, and beautifully presented, often described as more of an interactive narrative than a traditional game. Players appreciate the heartfelt storytelling and stunning visuals, though many express a desire for more content and interactivity beyond the linear progression. Overall, the narrative effectively raises awareness about water scarcity and offers a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by others, making it a worthwhile experience despite its brevity.
- “The story is heartwarming and shows you what it's really like there.”
- “Beautiful art and emotional story raising awareness about our fellow humans around the world still living in water scarcity.”
- “A very beautiful story-driven game; the art is gorgeous and the music very delightful. It was a lovely experience.”
- “It feels a bit inaccurate for this to be classified as a game; I would deem it to be more of an interactive story.”
- “Basically, it is just moving in one direction while you are told a story... then moving in the other direction as they tell a story.”
- “Only one story in full gameplay; I think this game is totally a waste of time and has no entertainment.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
13%
10%
The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their stunning beauty and exceptional art style, often described as breathtaking and reminiscent of watercolor paintings. While many reviewers appreciate the visuals and their contribution to the storytelling, some note issues with graphical glitches and a desire for more dynamic gameplay to match the artistic effort. Overall, the game's graphics stand out as a highlight, enhancing the educational and emotional aspects of the experience.
- “Beautiful graphics and educational, engaging storyline.”
- “The graphics are beyond beautiful, and it feels like meandering through a painting.”
- “Brilliant experience, visuals are stunning and story is educational.”
- “Given all the effort put into the background aesthetics, it's a shame they didn't make this into a more dynamic game.”
- “Wish it was more detailed/longer to justify the painstaking effort that's clearly gone into the visuals.”
- “I think something is broken with the graphics.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
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The gameplay has been criticized for being overly simplistic and repetitive, leading to boredom after a short period of play. While the game features beautiful artwork and a meaningful story about water scarcity, many reviewers feel that the gameplay lacks depth and could benefit from more dynamic elements and actions. Overall, the visuals and educational aspects are praised, but they do not compensate for the dull gameplay experience.
- “The story is also touching the gameplay is really simple and easy to do.”
- “Great illustration, story, intuitive gameplay.”
- “Pretty basic gameplay but great visuals and it's pretty educational.”
- “It's nice in terms of game design, but the gameplay gets boring after 5 minutes of holding your finger on the screen.”
- “I think more can be done with the concept, including more actions during gameplay and making it more dynamic.”
- “The gameplay gets old really fast, but the story is pretty fun.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and heartwarming story, which effectively raises awareness about important social issues like water scarcity. While the gameplay is simple and the art style is beautiful, some users suggest that it may be better categorized as an interactive storytelling app rather than a traditional game. Overall, the narrative is described as both inspiring and educational, leaving a lasting emotional impact on players.
- “The story is heartwarming and shows you what it's really like there.”
- “This is a beautifully heartbreaking game.”
- “Beautiful art and emotional story raising awareness about our fellow humans around the world still living in water scarcity.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its excellence and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its delightful and immersive qualities. Coupled with beautiful artwork and engaging narration, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's emotional depth and enjoyment. Overall, the music is a standout feature that complements the game's aesthetic and storytelling.
- “The graphics are simply breathtaking, the soundtrack is excellent and the narration top notch.”
- “A very beautiful story-driven game; the art is gorgeous and the music is very delightful. It was a lovely experience .”
- “Beautiful art, beautiful narration, beautiful music.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from numerous glitches and technical issues, including graphical errors and bugs that detract from the overall experience. While it offers a unique learning experience, these stability problems significantly impact gameplay and enjoyment.
- “The game is unique, but there are some glitches and errors in the show scenario, including pink patch spots.”
- “Lots of glitches when returning home.”
- “Full of bugs and glitches.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is positively highlighted due to the absence of ads, which enhances the user experience. However, some players feel that the game serves more as an interactive advertisement about water scarcity rather than a fully developed game, leading to concerns about its short length and overall content.
- “No ads!!!”
- “And the thing that was absolutely amazing was that there were no ads.”
- “The game feels more like an interactive advertisement for monetization rather than a genuine gaming experience.”
- “While the visuals are impressive, the short gameplay and heavy focus on monetization detract from the overall experience.”
- “It seems like the developers prioritized monetization over meaningful content, leaving players feeling unsatisfied.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for being well-crafted and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Every element contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the game's stereotypical narrative set in Africa during the 1900s adds to the frustration, making the grinding feel even more pointless.
- “Absolutely tedious and a waste of time.”
- “Extremely tedious game and stereotypical story about Africa in the 1900s.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers an enjoyable experience for a single playthrough, but lacks significant replay value, making it less enticing for multiple runs.
- “Certainly worth a run-through, but not a lot of replay value.”