- Adventure, Indie, Action, Historical
The Tale of Bistun follows an amnesiac stone-carver on his journey up the slopes of the Mount Bistun. He’ll have to battle legions of monstrous foes using fast-paced, melee combat and powerful magical abilities as he explores the real world and the mysterious place, known as the Revelations Realm.
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Grave, earnest, unpretentious and plot-driven.
- gravecomic
- earnestironic
- unpretentiousprestige
- character-ledplot-driven
- rawmeticulous
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ImpulsegamerAli ArkaniJul 20223.8/5The Tale of Bistun is not perfect, but it is original. The romantic story with masterfully incorporated symbolism and plot twists along with the exotic art style makes the game a sensational experience; it is short and does not overstay its welcome as well.
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GameGrinNate LakritzAug 20227.5/10Alongside simplistic combat, The Tale of Bistun tells a compelling story that offers a glimpse into Persian mythology and doesn't overstay its welcome. It keeps your attention with smooth traversal through charming landscapes backed by a solid narration.
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Worth PlayingCody MedellinAug 20227.5/10The Tale of Bistun is surprising in several different ways. The story is intriguing not only because it's from a place we don't see much of but also because literature is rarely been done in games at all. The game's length is short but welcome, as a lengthier game would stretch out the repetitive combat a touch too much. For adventure gamers who want something narratively different and don't mind it being something that can be knocked out in an afternoon, The Tale of Bistun is worth a look.
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TechRaptorSamiee TeeAug 20224/10While starting strong, The Tale of Bistun loses interest over time, leaving the story, gameplay, and characters to try and make something out of stretched-thin mechanics.
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Rectify GamingWill "FncWill" HogeweideMar 20256/10While The Tale of Bistun has a noble goal of bringing a Persian legend to life, its execution leaves much to be desired. The story, though rooted in an epic romance, feels predictable and shallow, failing to deliver the emotional weight it promises. The graphics, while occasionally atmospheric, are largely outdated, resembling something you’d expect from a PS3-era title rather than a modern indie game. And while the combat is serviceable, it quickly becomes repetitive and lacks the depth to sustain engagement. For those interested in Persian mythology and willing to overlook its flaws, The Tale of Bistun might be worth a short playthrough. But for everyone else, this tale is one that will likely be forgotten as quickly as it is played.
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About the game
- Platforms
- PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Developer
- Black Cube Games
- Publisher
- IMGN.PRO
- Released
- July 13, 2022
- Modes
- Single player
- Perspective
- Bird view / Isometric
- Engine
- Unity
IGDB rating 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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