A Short Tale is a first-person, point-and-click adventure game where players explore a room from a miniature perspective to solve complex puzzles. Developed by Glitch Games, the title is noted for its non-linear, single-room environment and challenging, out-of-the-box puzzle design.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Fans of atmospheric, puzzle-heavy adventure games who enjoy non-linear exploration and challenging logic tasks.
What does it look like?
Key features
Players navigate a single, large-scale room from a miniature perspective to uncover clues and interact with oversized furniture.
The game provides access to the entire setting early on, allowing players to solve challenges in a non-linear fashion.
An integrated camera feature allows players to capture photos of clues and puzzles to assist with problem-solving.
The game incorporates the developer's signature style of humor and intentionally difficult puzzles.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Dormant developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.
Who built it?
Glitch Games
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Veritas
Ferris Mueller's Day OffUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for A Short Tale
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The Analyst's Read
Key takeaways for A Short Tale
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While praised for its immersive puzzle design, users report a critical UI bug where the camera interface obscures the photo album, hindering navigation.
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