Telling Lies

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. PlayStation Universe
    Apr 27, 2020
    100
    Telling Lies is a flawless piece of work. This is Sam Barlow perfecting what he was able to achieve with Her Story and bolstering it with a bigger story and being supported by four powerhouse performances. Telling Lies offered me five incredible hours and everyone should experience this masterpiece with their own eyes.
  2. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Apr 28, 2020
    90
    Telling Lies is a fantastic experience hinged on the themes of context and perspective, with a ton of additional themes layered underneath that wider arc. “There are two sides to every story, and then there’s the truth.” The mystery lies in the human experience, differing motivations, and how conversations change contextually. It’s the same story, but every player will experience it differently based on what themes draw their attention and how they connect the dots. Perspective and context. Sam Barlow is pioneering new ways to bring interactivity to FMV media, blending film, games, and the human experience in ways that shouldn’t be missed.
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 4, 2020
    80
    A perfectly executed peep-’emup that makes you feel in control of your investigation, and tells a twisting tale that you won’t easily forget. [Issue#176, p.81]
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  5. PlayStation Country
    May 4, 2020
    80
    Telling Lies manages to deliver an intricate and intriguing tale within a format that still manages to engage. Digging through the files and uncovering new information can be enjoyable and insightful. It could do with a few conveniences and the interface still likes to withhold information, but there's a provocative tale here. It's backed up with some incredible writing and stellar performances across the board.
  6. Game Rant
    Apr 28, 2020
    80
    With its high production values, impressive on-screen talent, and an engaging story told in a truly spectacular way, Telling Lies is a truly unique and compelling experience. Whether one prefers to absorb their stories through video games or film, Telling Lies is a must-play for fans of storytelling in any form.

Awards & Rankings

52
#52 Best PS4 Game of 2020

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User Score
5.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 35 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 35
  3. Negative: 12 out of 35
  1. MondayQB
    May 3, 2020
    10
    A cerebral exploration of what we think we know and what might be reality. My brother is a detective in LA and he played this game (remotelyA cerebral exploration of what we think we know and what might be reality. My brother is a detective in LA and he played this game (remotely and socially distanced), and his comment was that Telling Lies is about as close as you can get to what it is like to be a detective without having to join the force. My view is that this was entertaining and interesting - and quite a break from the "mash the buttons" games that, while certainly fun, can become repetitive. Definitely worth the money - a must buy.… Full Review »
  2. iBob1977
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    ** QUICK SKIP HACK FOUND FOR PS5/PS4 ***

    After a lot of frustration, I found it: You hold L2/R2 to fast forward/rewind. While holding    ** QUICK SKIP HACK FOUND FOR PS5/PS4 ***

    After a lot of frustration, I found it:

    You hold L2/R2 to fast forward/rewind.
    While holding it down, you press TRIANGLE.
    You press TRIANGLE AGAIN to get our of the instructions and then...IT STARTS GOING BACK/FORTH at 10x SPEED!
    Now let your L2/R2 button.
    BE CAREFUL ---> DON'T PRESS X YET!
    Move the opposite direction a bit like if you went back, then go forth.
    And THERE YOU GO! It starts at the new point!!!

    Thank you!

    Btw, the game gets a 10/10 because of the feelings it gave me, the amazing acting and direction and cause its GOOD to have games like this happen more often.    … Full Review »
  3. JayAlex
    Apr 24, 2021
    2
    Too expensive for what you get, and if you're expecting "Her Story 2," this isn't it, it isn't even close. Part of what made Her Story workToo expensive for what you get, and if you're expecting "Her Story 2," this isn't it, it isn't even close. Part of what made Her Story work was the micro-viewing sessions, which are replaced with longer, more tedious one-sided delivery that seems to be basically ignorant of what makes a game fun - this is more a slog than fun. Don't recommend.… Full Review »
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