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As a writer’s muse riding a giant fox, explore a paper-crafted world and type words to solve puzzles and fight insects.
Released 30 Mar 2016
Fight by Typing
Ride a Giant Fox
Unfold a Paper World
Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.
Developed by Fishing Cactus · Published by Fishing Cactus, PID Games, Dear Villagers









You play a writer’s muse, a girl riding a giant fox through a fantasy world made of paper and origami. The adventure begins in a blank world that gradually unfolds as you explore.
The keyboard controls the whole game. Type words to attack enemies, use magic, open chests, and interact with obstacles; exploration also leads to puzzles, hidden fragments, and new paths.
Progress reveals more of the story and world, while experience lets you upgrade abilities and attributes. Four elemental powers add different effects in combat and exploration, and an Arena mode offers waves of enemies and leaderboard competition.
Players who enjoy Epistory often praise its distinctive papercraft look and the way the map unfolds during exploration, along with the unusual mix of typing-based combat and adventure puzzles. Some also appreciate the elemental powers, narration, and the challenge of typing under pressure. Responses are mixed on the story and difficulty: some find the tale engaging, while others call it thin, and several describe battles or navigation as frustrating.


| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 55 |
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| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 74/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |