Once a Tale artwork$14.9990%Positive

Once a Tale

You are invited to step into the enchanting world of fairy tales like never before. Play as Hansel and Gretel in this unique stop-motion-style single-player 3rd-person narrative adventure where you'll uncover mysteries, solve puzzles, and meet a reimagined cast of beloved fairy tale characters.

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Experience Story-rich narrative game inspired by beloved fairy tales like Hansel and Gretel, The Three Little Pigs and more! it’s up to you to guide the siblings to find their way and to uncover what mysteries await. Explore the beautiful handcrafted world brought to life using wood, cardboard, foam and clay for a unique stop-motion style experience. See the world through the cinematic camera angles designed to give you a stunning view at every location. Play in this family-friendly single-player adventure that will enchant anyone looking for a bit of magic in their lives Solve puzzles that creatively engages both characters, each with their own unique abilities, at once: Lift, climb, pull and push various objects to help the creatures and friends you find along the way.

After being abandoned by their parents, Hansel and Gretel wander the forest searching for their way home. This begins a journey through the dangerous forests, that they will find soon enough is inhabited by a hungry wolf prowling around.

Fret not! There are not only wolves in the forest but other fairy tale characters as well. Some take kindly to the children and try to help them while others… not so much.

Trials and threats await the poor children, but each challenge is an opportunity to grow. Hansel and Gretel will develop unique skills that will surely be useful in uncovering the secrets of this impressive land.

By putting their strengths together they may stand a chance surviving in this cruel world. It’s up to you to find out!

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