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Review by
Sarah Bennett
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7.8
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- You have to use the brain
- You can play it in one night
- You don't need a high-end computer
- Without explicit content
Cons
- Sometimes boring
- You'll find videos that don't make sense
- This game is not for everyone
- Very similar to Her Story
3 Tricks for Telling Lies you didn't know
| Trick | Description |
|---|---|
1Utilize the Comment Feature for Note-Taking | You can leave comments in the text transcripts to mark important moments or connections between videos. This helps you stay organized and better organize your evidence. |
2Search for Date Formats | Characters often mention specific dates. Searching for various date formats (e.g., '01/01/2019', 'January 1, 2019') can help you understand the timeline better and make connections. |
3Pay Attention to Subtle Environmental Clues | The characters' environments often contain hidden clues. Zoom in on videos and look for books, posters, notes, or other items that might offer insights into their motivations or relationships. |
Direct competitor: Her Story
Her Story is an interactive fiction game that also relies on video footage and keyword searches to uncover a mystery.
| Feature |  Telling Lies | Her Story |
|---|---|---|
| UI | Complex and layered | Minimalist and intuitive |
| Features | Multiple characters, more complex narrative | Single interview, simpler narrative |
| Performance | Well-optimized | Well-optimized |
| Price | Paid model | Paid model |
| Support | Regular updates | Stable support |