

And yet, even though these are used in a gaming environment, these issues are never trivialized. The story and its mystery are built on some pretty heavy topics such as mental health, cultural and religious beliefs, and gender identity.


What begins as the twins' quest to come to terms with their childhood traumas quickly evolves into an even greater message of understanding, perception, and finding the strength to move forward. Tell My Why doesn't just meet the standard for storytelling, it sets a high bar for future games of this type. In gaming, sometimes it's the play that drives the experience, and other times it's the story, but for narrative-driven interactive tales, it's all about the story.
