Underplayed Gems

The Tale of Bistun (2022)

The Tale of Bistun cover
Developer
Black Cube Games
Publisher
IMGN.PRO
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 187 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A contemplative journey through beautiful, blighted lands where the player fights monstrous foes while a mysterious voice narrates the unfolding story, creating a blend of calm exploration and urgent combat.

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What players say

Players praise the story and Persian mythology setting, along with the art and voice acting, but criticize the gameplay as a linear walking simulator with very simple, easy combat. It is short, around 2-3 hours, and many say it is not worth full price.

Screenshots

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