Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 18
  2. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Mar 27, 2023
    90
    Storyteller from developer Daniel Benmergui is yet another feather in the cap of Annapurna Interactive. It’s a cleverly designed puzzle game that does a superb job of pushing the importance of visual storytelling as it relates to a narrative. While its longevity might be in question, the journey through the game is good enough to forgive that is even an issue.
  2. Mar 22, 2023
    90
    Storyteller is full of charm, laughs, and head-scratching puzzles. All are made in a way that lets you create the story you want to tell to fit the prompt. With standouts like its hands-off instructions to subtle butterfly effect interactions, this is a can’t-miss game for anyone looking for a new puzzle game to sink their teeth into.
  3. Mar 22, 2023
    80
    Storyteller is both a very good puzzle game and an excellent source of humor. The scenarios are a mix of pieces from classical literary works, but their simplified nature makes for some head-scratchers, even for those mildly familiar with the works these were inspired by. The simple animations and illustrations are captivating to look at and make everything naturally funny. You will wish that Storyteller were a longer experience,l but if you’re good with the short playtime, you’ll have a ton of fun with it.
  4. Apr 5, 2023
    78
    It's almost more interesting to play the game wrong. To see what bizarre outcomes emerge when you combine characters and situations together with wild abandon. But at the end of a stressful day, I enjoyed what Storyteller had to give: something clever and surprisingly soothing, despite all the murder.
  5. Mar 22, 2023
    78
    Storyteller takes the concept of "topos" and extends it greatly, basing the entire gameplay on it, and does so competently by teaching the player about the traits of characters and locations, and giving them the freedom to experiment. I would have liked Storyteller to be more daring with experimentation, giving us the opportunity to play more with its extraordinary concept, but even so, it's an interesting divertissement that will make for a very enjoyable evening. Highly recommended.
  6. Mar 22, 2023
    77
    Storyteller isn’t a game that’s going to capture your imagination for long, but its atmosphere and unique game design make each bite-sized adventure the kind of short-term joy you might be looking for. Not every game needs to be a steak dinner; sometimes a cookie is the fix we need. Just hope an angry lover hasn’t poisoned that cookie.
  7. Mar 22, 2023
    76
    A uniquely inventive and chucklesome puzzle game that could do with a little more substance.
  8. Apr 5, 2023
    75
    An amazing puzzle title that is very easy to understand, fun and with really good ideas. However it is very short.
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  1. I'd wager you'll have hunnerpercented Storyteller in two hours max, which will sound like mana from heaven to some, but may disappoint you if you've been waiting for Storyteller for over a decade.
User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 26
  2. Negative: 4 out of 26
  1. Mar 24, 2023
    2
    Interesting concept, but you won't get more than an hour of entertainment out of it. Completely void of content or replay value. It is notInteresting concept, but you won't get more than an hour of entertainment out of it. Completely void of content or replay value. It is not worth the price. Full Review »
  2. Apr 3, 2023
    9
    Thank you for making this game very much, I enjoyed it and enjoyed the puzzles, and I will be happy if there is an upcoming content for the game
  3. Mar 30, 2023
    9
    ¿Por qué la gente critica este videojuego? No puedo entenderlo. No está cerca de ser una obra maestra, pero el tiempo de desarrollo se hace¿Por qué la gente critica este videojuego? No puedo entenderlo. No está cerca de ser una obra maestra, pero el tiempo de desarrollo se hace visible, el cariño que hay detrás también. Tiene un concepto original que se adapta a pocos paladares. Es cierto que su duración es bastante corta, pero eso no lo hace un mal videojuego, de hecho, siento que en un futuro cercano va a lograr un mejor recibimiento.
    Por mi parte puedo decir que valió la pena esperar tanto tiempo para poder jugarlo.
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    Why do people hate this video game? I can't understand it. I can say this is not close to being a masterpiece, but the development time is visible, as well the love behind it.
    It has an original concept that adapts to few palates. It is true that its duration is quite short, but that does not make it a bad video game, in fact, I feel that in the near future it will achieve a better reception.
    For my part I can say that it was worth waiting so long to be able to play it.
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