Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10
[Stories to Tell] The Stoneville Incident
Nearly every single player finishes this brief narrative chill in under two hours, walking away thoroughly spooked by what the developers put together. Across all 168 reviews logged since launch, 96 percent land in the positive column, cementing a very warm reception for this free-to-play entry.
What it's about: "Stories to Tell" Is a psychological horror game series developed by a 16 year old were each installment is based on a dream/nightmare that I, the developer, have experienced. This is a game you wouldn't want to miss...
In-game
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 78 | 71 | 2 | 5 |
| Story / writing | 26 | 23 | 0 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Graphics / art | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Content / longevity | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Performance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 30 min on median; those who dislike it: 36 min.
🪤 86 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 5 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 59,9 % of players.
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Strengths
- Gameplay mechanics pull the heaviest load, driving 71 positive mentions out of 78 total remarks.
- The narrative successfully hooks players, generating 23 positive mentions out of 26.
- Sound design nails the spooky atmosphere cleanly, backed by 13 positive mentions out of 13.
- Visual presentation earns unanimous praise with 7 positive mentions out of 7.
- Zero cost sits exceptionally well with the community, earning 11 positive mentions out of 11 regarding the price.
Weaknesses
- Menu navigation frustrates users severely, accounting for 6 negative mentions out of 7.
- Technical glitches surface occasionally, marked by 2 negative mentions out of 2 regarding bugs.
Who is it for?
Horror fans hunting for a quick, zero-cost scare will find an intensely atmospheric ride tailored perfectly for an evening session.
Is [Stories to Tell] The Stoneville Incident worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 168 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay mechanics pull the heaviest load, driving. The game is free to play.
Verdict
This bite-sized terror trip punches well above its weight class, delivering solid production values without asking for a single dime. Aside from some clumsy menus, the experience leaves a lasting, eerie impression that satisfies the community.
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