‘Tell Me Your Story’ offers a unique gaming experience where solving puzzles unlocks heartwarming stories shared between a granddaughter and her grandmother, centered around the grandmother’s global adventures.
The game shares similarities with titles like ‘A Little to the Left,’ as it employs puzzles as a storytelling mechanic. Players assume the role of Amelia, spending her summer vacation with her grandmother. Through interactive stories and engaging puzzles, players delve into her grandmother’s travel experiences, brought to life through artifacts collected over the years.
The core gameplay loop of ‘Tell Me Your Story’ revolves around exploration and puzzle-solving, devoid of traditional narrative text. Players navigate simplistic screens representing diverse locations, including rainforests, Aztec ruins, and China. These areas present puzzles without explicit instructions. Completing a puzzle triggers a charming cutscene featuring Amelia and her grandmother, and rewards the player with a sticker used to progress through the game.
The key to progression is mastering the art of trial and error within each puzzle.
Puzzle Solving
‘Tell Me Your Story’ features a variety of puzzles, each requiring different approaches.
Step 1: Pattern recognition puzzles require identifying and replicating sequences.
Step 2: Hidden object puzzles challenge you to find specific items within a scene.
Step 3: Placement puzzles require arranging items in designated areas according to specific rules.
Step 4: Assembly puzzles involve piecing together fragmented objects or components.
These puzzles reward you with stickers, which are integral to unlocking subsequent areas and advancing the story.
Gameplay Experience
The game cultivates a cozy atmosphere, avoiding frustrating difficulty spikes. If a player hesitates, interactive elements subtly shake, offering gentle guidance. The absence of timers and the short playtime make it ideal for single-session completion. The appealing art style contributes to a relaxing, story-driven puzzle experience.
‘Tell Me Your Story’ is available on the Nintendo eShop, the Microsoft Store, and Steam.
‘Tell Me Your Story’ delivers a relaxing and enjoyable puzzle experience centered around intergenerational connection and global exploration.