Tiny Stories: Santa Closes

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Tiny Stories: Santa Closes is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Flip It and was released on December 21, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Santa Closes is a short point & click adventure in which you take on the role of an Elf whose sole mission is to save Christmas with is friend Pingui... but those poor devil will soon find how hard spreading that holiday cheer can be.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game is free, providing a no-risk opportunity for players to experience its unique take on Christmas themes.
The art style is cute and charming, appealing to those who enjoy light-hearted visuals.
The game features clever wordplay and humor, particularly in its localization across multiple languages.

The gameplay is extremely short, lasting only about 10-15 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
The humor often falls flat and can be seen as contrived, with many jokes feeling recycled or unoriginal.
The dark themes, including references to suicide, may not be suitable for all audiences and can clash with the otherwise light-hearted presentation.

humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
30%
The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it amusing and others deeming it flat and unfunny. While the cute art style and cheerful music contrast with the dark humor, opinions vary widely; younger audiences may appreciate the comedic elements more than others. Overall, the humor is described as inconsistent, with some moments landing well while others fall flat.
- “This is a short, funny, yet gruesome game.”
- “If you're young enough to believe that most of the drama stories on Reddit actually happened, you're young enough to find this game funny.”
- “What in God's name is this game and why is it so funny?”
- “Point and click stuff, move around, unravel the badly written story and keep a straight face through the flat and unfunny jokes.”
- “The humor feels forced and lacks any real wit, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I found the jokes to be stale and predictable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by low-quality, stylized, cartoony low poly 3D visuals, which some players find charming and fitting for the light-hearted tone. While the art style is generally appreciated for its cuteness and appeal, opinions vary on how well it complements the game's humor. Overall, the visuals are seen as a mixed bag, with some enjoying the aesthetic while others feel it falls short of higher standards expected in top-tier games.
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and to be considered one of the best games on Steam, the graphics have to be some of the best on Steam.”
- “Love the artwork!”
- “A good way to spend 15 minutes with some light humor and cute graphics :-)”
- “On the important subject of visuals, this features fairly low quality stylised/cartoony low poly 3D graphics.”
- “The art style was cute but the humor honestly just didn't do it for me.”
- “This game has a warning about dark humor, which seemed weird considering the cute art style, cheery music, and simple, child-like dialogue.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The story in "tiny stories: santa closes" is a short, point-and-click narrative that tackles themes of Christmas and suicide, though it is criticized for its poorly written dialogue and unfunny jokes. Despite this, some users find the story engaging due to its characters and interactions, with the visuals and music effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the moral and humor while others find it lacking.
- “Amazing story, and great moral.”
- “The characters and item interactions made the story very engaging.”
- “The visuals and music set the mood, creating a whole new atmosphere.”
- “Point and click stuff, move around, unravel the badly written story and keep a straight face through the flat and unfunny jokes.”
- “'Tiny Stories: Santa Closes' is a short demo, a point-and-click short story about Christmas, Santa, and suicide.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's music is described as cheerful and fitting, complementing its cute art style and child-like dialogue, while effectively setting a festive atmosphere. The sound design enhances the overall mood, aligning well with the game's themes, despite the presence of dark humor in the narrative.
- “The visual and music set the mood, and the story creates a whole new atmosphere.”
- “This game has a warning about dark humor, which seemed weird considering the cute art style, cheery music, and simple, child-like dialogue.”
- “The music and sound design are simple and 100% fit with the Christmas mood.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and brief, offering a short experience that lacks depth. While it includes humor, many players find it unappealing, resulting in a gameplay experience that feels limited.
- “The gameplay is simple and it's pretty short.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is enhanced by the combination of striking visuals and evocative music, which together create an immersive experience that complements the narrative.
- “The visuals and music set the mood, and the story creates a whole new atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The haunting soundtrack combined with stunning visuals creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”