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Adventure · Carcajou Games

Once a Tale

Once a Tale
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Steam Deck Playable Windows
Positive · 91% of 43
DeveloperCarcajou Games
ControllerFull
Wait Chip's verdict · US updated 8 hr. ago

Good game, but it sits 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. It drops harder in seasonal sales. Patience pays.

Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $8.99 · 18d ago
Player reviews 91% positive of 43
Quality score 91/100 · small sample
Value score 0/100

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About this game

What this game is, in the developer's words

You are invited to step into the enchanting world of fairy tales like never before. Play as Hansel and Gretel in this unique stop-motion-style single-player 3rd-person narrative adventure where you'll uncover mysteries, solve puzzles, and meet a reimagined cast of beloved fairy tale characters.



  • Experience Story-rich narrative game inspired by beloved fairy tales like Hansel and Gretel, The Three Little Pigs and more! it’s up to you to guide the siblings to find their way and to uncover what mysteries await.
  • Explore the beautiful handcrafted world brought to life using wood, cardboard, foam and clay for a unique stop-motion style experience.
  • See the world through the cinematic camera angles designed to give you a stunning view at every location.
  • Play in this family-friendly single-player adventure that will enchant anyone looking for a bit of magic in their lives
  • Solve puzzles that creatively engages both characters, each with their own unique abilities, at once: Lift, climb, pull and push various objects to help the creatures and friends you find along the way.




After being abandoned by their parents, Hansel and Gretel wander the forest searching for their way home. This begins a journey through the dangerous forests, that they will find soon enough is inhabited by a hungry wolf prowling around.



Fret not! There are not only wolves in the forest but other fairy tale characters as well. Some take kindly to the children and try to help them while others… not so much.



Trials and threats await the poor children, but each challenge is an opportunity to grow. Hansel and Gretel will develop unique skills that will surely be useful in uncovering the secrets of this impressive land.



By putting their strengths together they may stand a chance surviving in this cruel world. It’s up to you to find out!

Media

Trailers and screenshots straight from the store page

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Price intelligence

Accepted price history and the lows that matter

Historical lows
All-time low ATL $8.99 2026-06-27
3-month low $8.99
12-month low $8.99
Current $14.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 9, 2026
Sale ended · back to $14.99
Jun 27, 2026
New all-time low $8.99

Once a Tale price history and best deals

Once a Tale for PC currently sells from $14.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $8.99, set on 2026-06-27.

Frequently asked questions

Answered from this game's own price and edition data

Should I buy Once a Tale now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $14.99 a good price for Once a Tale?
$14.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $8.99 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy Once a Tale?
Once a Tale is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Steam reviews Positive · 91%
91% positive of 43
Media (8)
Tech
Steam DeckPlayable
SteamOSSupported
ControllerFull
Requirements
System requirements platform
Minimum
Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel CPU Core i5
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 960
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 10 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel CPU Core i7
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1080
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 10 GB available space
Achievements (22)
OAT_LIGHTER 38.2%
OAT_BEGIN_WAY_BACK 34.7%
OAT_FINISH_PART_ONE 34.0%
OAT_FALL_WET_RIVER 32.4%
OAT_SLINGSHOT 29.8%
OAT_SPINDLE 24.0%
OAT_GIANTBOOTS 22.1%
OAT_FINISH_PART_TWO 21.4%
Facts
DeveloperCarcajou Games
Publisher2 Igloos
GenresAdventure · Indie
ModesSingle-player
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