The Stanley Parable

The Stanley Parable

Released: October 17, 2013
Type: Expanded Game

Platforms:

Linux PC (Microsoft Windows) Mac

Genres:

Adventure Indie

Game Modes:

Single player

Themes:

Comedy

Player Perspectives:

First person

Ratings

User Rating

83.8
Based on 936 ratings

Critics Rating

88.5
Based on 9 ratings

Total Rating

86.2
Based on 945 ratings

Summary

The Stanley Parable is a first-person exploration game which ponders questions related to player agency, narrative pacing, escapism through gaming, objective-driven game design, authorial intent, and the conflict of interest between players and game creators.

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Involved Companies

Galactic Cafe

Role:
Developer Publisher

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Keywords

death steam multiple endings narrative-driven walking simulator narration surreal steam greenlight darkness steam achievements digital distribution xbox controller support for pc steam cloud voice acting breaking the fourth wall color separation unreliable narrator vending machine interaction pax prime 2013 igf awards mod origin meta male protagonist dynamic narrative

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