The Stanley Parable

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2315 Ratings

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  1. InoriShimotsuki
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Эта игра является прекрасным примером того, как можно сделать игру со множеством путей развития сюжета. Да, может здесь нет потрясающей графики и невероятного геймплея с замудренным сюжетом, но при всем этом она увлекательная. Пытаясь выйти на все концовки, можно потратить огромное количество времени и об этом вы не пожалеете. Кроме того, отдельного внимания заслуживает просто прекрасныйЭта игра является прекрасным примером того, как можно сделать игру со множеством путей развития сюжета. Да, может здесь нет потрясающей графики и невероятного геймплея с замудренным сюжетом, но при всем этом она увлекательная. Пытаясь выйти на все концовки, можно потратить огромное количество времени и об этом вы не пожалеете. Кроме того, отдельного внимания заслуживает просто прекрасный закадровый голос, который, с одной стороны, выступает в роли рассказчика, а с другой, в роли полноправного персонажа игры. Его стиль повествования очень интересен и составляет огромную часть атмосферы игры, а его юмор явно должен вас развеселить.… Expand
  2. QAOSbringer
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    Resembles the style of Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker Guide To The Galaxy. You will find similar sarcastic and critical humor here. With the cleverly designed puzzle, you will encounter the intelligent mind of developers.

    9: Must play - One of the best games of the year it came out.
  3. ConsistentChair
    Feb 3, 2021
    7
    very creative and intriguing game. I've never played something quite like it. However, if you want to see all the endings, you will need to play some parts over and over. The game makes this less annoying with some slight variations between your playthroughs to keep everything fresh, but it did get a bit annoying in the end. I do think it's an experience with having for everyone. Just,very creative and intriguing game. I've never played something quite like it. However, if you want to see all the endings, you will need to play some parts over and over. The game makes this less annoying with some slight variations between your playthroughs to keep everything fresh, but it did get a bit annoying in the end. I do think it's an experience with having for everyone. Just, don't get too fixed on seeing every ending. If I could, I'd give it a 7,5/10. Having to choose between a 7 and an 8, I choose a 7, but it does deserve a bit better than that.… Expand
  4. Eight888
    Feb 17, 2021
    8
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  5. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
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  6. CAPS_LOCK
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    A game that breaks the fourth wall and makes you think about gaming itself.
    Is all freedom of choice in games merely an illusion, while in fact the developer is always railroading you to where he wants you to go? Can you disobey and break out of those confines? Can you break the game?
    What about real life? Are you only pushing buttons in the way you are ordered to, just like Stanley does    A game that breaks the fourth wall and makes you think about gaming itself.
    Is all freedom of choice in games merely an illusion, while in fact the developer is always railroading you to where he wants you to go? Can you disobey and break out of those confines? Can you break the game?
    What about real life? Are you only pushing buttons in the way you are ordered to, just like Stanley does in his office? Is Stanley a parable for us?    … Expand
  7. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    A short game that stays funny through every second. Anything you think you can do, you probably can. Well, except jump. You can never jump.
  8. BeeMovieLover54
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    Wonderfully charming and has more Stanley than any other game. Its a really fun playthrough and texting the entire script of a playthrough to a friend is the most enjoyable form of torture.
  9. Nebular_Echo
    Nov 13, 2021
    7
    Тут надо понимать, что это не совсем игра, это перформанс и творческий манифест автора. Если почитать о проекте, то становится понятно, что он хотел доказать общественности определенную идею: в существующих играх слишком мало вариативности, слишком мало свободы для игрока, он все время остается зажат тесными рамками авторского повествования, в котором ему дается лишь незначительный выборТут надо понимать, что это не совсем игра, это перформанс и творческий манифест автора. Если почитать о проекте, то становится понятно, что он хотел доказать общественности определенную идею: в существующих играх слишком мало вариативности, слишком мало свободы для игрока, он все время остается зажат тесными рамками авторского повествования, в котором ему дается лишь незначительный выбор или вообще - его иллюзия. Кто играл в серию Mass Effect, тот знает, о чем речь - вроде бы очень много выборов, вроде какие-то персонажи могут умереть, но вместо них все равно находятся новые, и те фрагменты сюжета, которые казались упущенными, все равно заполняются подобиями. "Байка о Стэнли" - веселая ерунда, которая целиком посвящена высмеиванию таких ограничений. В ней по сути нет ничего, кроме концовок, но надо отдать должное - такого не делал еще никто. Здесь вы не встретите противников и вообще кого-либо, здесь нет испытаний, нет проверки умений игрока, ваш единственный враг, он же друг, здесь - это сам рассказчик, которого так приятно провоцировать на реакцию.
    Кстати, как ни странно, в игре хорошая графика, качественная работа со светом.

    Тем не менее могу назвать 3 недостатка:

    - Автор явно не умеет делать игровую анимацию. Отсутствие персонажей в игре - это не только творческая задумка, это еще и "ниасилил". В игре все-таки дважды появляются образы людей и один раз - манекен, который согласно своей роли должен бы двигаться, но нет, анимация отсутствует. Автор хорошо сумел обыграть это, но опытный глаз видит, в чем дело.

    - Игра почти ничего не запоминает об игроке. Например когда рассказчик ругает Стенли при манекене, он упоминает несколько других концовок, хотя игрок их мог еще и не проходить. Когда ты попадаешь в зал со статистикой, эта самая статистика - фейковая. А что мешало отобразить там реальную? Например в зале с секретной дверью рассказчик помнит, сколько раз ты туда попадал, и реагирует на это, но в большинстве случаев такого не сделано.

    - Концовку, к которой ведет диктор, игрок получает одной из первых. Она достаточно эпична, но ее наличие в начале игрового процесса наводит на мысль, что впереди должно быть нечто более грандиозное именно в парадигме сюжета. Но это не так. Хотя в игре 18 или около того концовок, ни одна из них не отвечает на вопрос, куда делись работники. И вот это плохо. Да понял я, что игра не об этом, но она ничего бы не потеряла, если бы ответ все же был.

    Получил ли я удовольствие от этой игры? Безусловно да. Но оно не имеет ничего общего со знакомым широкому игроку экспириенсом. Автору определенно спасибо за такой необычный проект. Но его бы еще чуть доделать каким-нибудь dlc и привести к завершенности.    … Expand
  10. StarkAgentos
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Прошёл игру кучу раз концовок, наверное, на 10. Крутая игра в жанре квест, которая реагирует на любое твоё действие. Очень приятный голос рассказчика. Крутая игра.
  11. Tellywozzle
    Dec 5, 2021
    7
    This game is alright. It's nothing amazing, and it's not really a "game", but it's the story of a man named Stanley who goes through a very mysterious life changing event with a sarcastic narrator reacting to the choices you make. Way too short for 15 USD, so I'd say add about 20 more endings and more secrets and this would justify the price a lot more. It's witty and humorous with funnyThis game is alright. It's nothing amazing, and it's not really a "game", but it's the story of a man named Stanley who goes through a very mysterious life changing event with a sarcastic narrator reacting to the choices you make. Way too short for 15 USD, so I'd say add about 20 more endings and more secrets and this would justify the price a lot more. It's witty and humorous with funny dialog, sometimes dramatic, sometimes deep (even though I kind of hate saying "deep", that's what it is) and in about 4 hours and you've pretty much seen everything there is to see. Overall, not bad, just not long enough for the selling price.… Expand
  12. MaCii
    Dec 23, 2021
    8
    Stanley Parable isn't for every players. When you prefer good mechanics from good plot, you don't have anything interesting here, because it's experience, not game. Plot is very good, funny and interesting and the narrator is splendid! But gameplay... just walking and clicking on things, nothing else.
  13. Echozone
    Feb 25, 2022
    8
    A very solid game that opens interesting debate topics to think about. The game never really tells you what it tries to say, rather it lies under the game. Won't go into details but get every ending to properly finish the game.
  14. Superoriginalus
    May 20, 2022
    10
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  15. Lightoeoe
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    Faut absolument que je mette du texte pour poster ma note, c'est débile. Jcrois que c'est bon la
  16. B4zzinga
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    My favorite game play it now. 88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888
  17. Nmastte
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Mon jeu préféré y joue maintenant. 88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888
  18. TRIVlAL
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    It's litteraly my favourite game ever. Not for everyone, but at least try it! Even 50 years old peoples can realy much enjoy it. And the voice acting is just AMAZING.
  19. mioutou
    Sep 11, 2022
    8
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  20. 3ls0ul
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    Me encanta este tipo de juegos y se nota el cariño en cada detalle que contiene el mismo, mis felicitaciones al equipo desarrollador detrás de este maravilloso juego.
  21. arllda
    Feb 4, 2023
    9
    You can't see the like of this game, there is only 1 of this game. Your choices in this game are extremely beautiful. It tells you that it doesn't really matter at all and that your choices are actually equivalent. It can be compared to the relationship between God and human.
  22. ExclusiveBaby
    Mar 2, 2023
    9
    fun, quirky, and interactive. the game itself has minimal user interaction and at the same time, has such drastic decisions to be made that effect you, and effect the game. very beautiful game
  23. MBproGam3r
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    The Stanley Parable is a truly unique and thought-provoking game that challenges traditional notions of storytelling and player agency. Its ideas about the nature of video games and the role of the player are both intriguing and entertaining. The game immerses players in a meta-narrative experience, where they assume the role of Stanley, an office worker navigating a surreal andThe Stanley Parable is a truly unique and thought-provoking game that challenges traditional notions of storytelling and player agency. Its ideas about the nature of video games and the role of the player are both intriguing and entertaining. The game immerses players in a meta-narrative experience, where they assume the role of Stanley, an office worker navigating a surreal and ever-changing environment. The game constantly subverts player expectations, offering branching paths and narrative choices that question the very concept of free will and the illusion of control within video games.

    One of the game's standout features is its ability to toy with player expectations and undermine established game mechanics. The narrator, brilliantly voiced by Kevan Brighting, guides players through the experience, providing humorous commentary and hilarious quips about their choices. The game's unique narrative structure constantly challenges players to defy or follow the narrator's instructions, leading to surprising and often hilarious consequences. It's a fascinating exploration of the relationship between player and creator, as well as the limitations and possibilities of interactive storytelling.

    The Stanley Parable is not just a game; it's a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of choice, agency, and the medium of video games itself. It raises profound questions about the nature of storytelling and the role of the player in shaping narratives. Through its clever writing and unconventional gameplay, The Stanley Parable manages to entertain and engage players while simultaneously offering a deep exploration of the very nature of video game experiences. It's a testament to the game's brilliance that it continues to captivate and resonate with players, reminding us of the endless possibilities for creativity and innovation within the gaming medium.    … Expand
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    Jul 27, 2023
    8
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#8 Best PC Game of 2013
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#17 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#49 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 47
  3. Negative: 0 out of 47
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 11, 2014
    84
    The Stanley Parable is many things. It's an interactive comedy, an existential riddle and an experiment in storytelling. Most importantly, it's pretty good. [Nov 2013]
  2. GameOver.gr
    Jan 23, 2014
    100
    It's one of those games that tries and succeeds in making a bold statement. Be prepared for something really special.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Dec 25, 2013
    90
    Step away from this review and play it now. Or don't. Whatever you do is already ordained. OR IS IT?! [Jan 2014, p.83]
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