The Tale of Bistun

"The 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 …"

"The Tale of Bistun is surprising in several different ways. The story is intriguing not only because it&s;s from a place we don&s;t see much of but also because literature is rarely been done in games at all. The game&s;s …"

"The Tale of Bistun is a wonderful mythological tale. The interesting characters, booming narration, and excellent plot are thoroughly enjoyable. Moreover, the excellent aesthetics and intelligent controls compensate for the minor shortcomings. In short, it is a great title that&s;ll …"

"The Tale of Bistun&s;s overall balance is positive. Although its combat is completely forgettable, even though it is present at several moments, the narrative sustains the experience, accompanied by an engaging soundtrack. It&s;s not a game that will stay in …"

"The Tale Of Bistun has a great intriguing story that is told exceptionally well in a well-animated and illustrated world. It feels as if you’re walking through unravelling the tale with some simple commands and traversing the environment with very …"

"Interesting as a vehicle for sharing folklore from another culture, but in terms of gameplay it remains pretty dull"

"The Tale of Bistun is a modest but earnest attempt to bring Persian mythology to life through interactive storytelling. Its greatest strength lies in its narrative presentation, particularly its excellent narrator who guides players through this tale of love and …"

"The Tale of Bistun is just a mediocre hack &a; slash but otherwise a strong game with many things going for it."

"The Tale of Bistun has an engaging narrative and even stronger ties to Persian mythology and storytelling. Few games are so thoroughly respectful of their source material and culture. As a game, The Tale of Bistun has acceptable but very …"

""A little less conversation, a little more action…""

"Alongside simplistic combat, The Tale of Bistun tells a compelling story that offers a glimpse into Persian mythology and doesn&s;t overstay its welcome. It keeps your attention with smooth traversal through charming landscapes backed by a solid narration."

"The Tale of Bistun is an ambitious project developed by a small and rather inexperienced team, and even though the end result could have been better, it still manages to entertain by its fun but short gameplay."

"While 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."

"While 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 …"