Her Story

Her Story

June 23, 2015
Sam Barlow
4.0/5.0(625 RAWG ratings)
~4h playtime
Metacritic 88
AdventureSimulationIndiePuzzle

Android · macOS · PC · iOS

Mixed

Player feedback on 'Her Story' is highly polarized, with many praising its innovative storytelling and engaging narrative, while others criticize its execution, particularly the lack of a satisfying conclusion and tedious gameplay mechanics. Despite this mix, the majority of reviews lean towards a positive sentiment, celebrating its unique approach to mystery-solving.

About This Game

Her Story is an innovative interactive movie that follows a man’s disappearance, where players sift through police interview clips of his wife, Hannah Smith, to piece together the puzzle. With compelling narrative depth and strong performances, it creates a unique and immersive mystery-solving experience.

Highlights

  • Engaging narrative that captivates players throughout
  • Innovative use of live action footage in gameplay
  • Strong performance by lead actress enhancing storytelling
  • Unique keyword search mechanic to uncover details
  • Numerous 'aha' moments that enrich the mystery
  • Original approach to police procedural themes
  • Focus on ambiguity mirrors real-life interviews

Themes

mysteriouspsychologicalcrimedarkintimatephilosophical

Mechanics

story-drivenexplorationdialoguechoice-basedmultiple-endingshidden-secrets

Platforms

Android
macOS
PC
iOS

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

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Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback on 'Her Story' is highly polarized, with many praising its innovative storytelling and engaging narrative, while others criticize its execution, particularly the lack of a satisfying conclusion and tedious gameplay mechanics. Despite this mix, the majority of reviews lean towards a positive sentiment, celebrating its unique approach to mystery-solving.

Pros

  • Innovative storytelling and concept
  • Engaging narrative that keeps players intrigued
  • Strong acting performance by the lead actress
  • Unique keyword search mechanic for uncovering story elements
  • Compelling mystery with many 'aha' moments

Cons

  • Unsatisfying ending that lacks resolution
  • Tedious gameplay and mechanics
  • Limited interactivity leading to frustration
  • Players may feel lost due to ambiguous clues
  • Game length and replayability are questioned

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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HER STORY EXPLAINED | The story in full

Her Story — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Her Story worth playing?
Her Story has a mixed reception from players.
When did Her Story release?
Her Story released on June 23, 2015.
Her Story: A Unique Interactive Mystery Game