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As novice Archivist Rosalind, type spells to battle creatures, catalog wildlife, solve puzzles, and investigate spreading corruption.
Released 31 Mar 2021
Type Spells to Fight
Catalog Wild Creatures
Combine Elemental Spells
Something is wrong with the heart of magic. Play a young archivist venturing out into a dying world, cataloging its mysteries and its wonders to unearth the truth. Nanotale is the new adventure from the Typing Chronicles franchise and the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Epistory.
Developed by Fishing Cactus · Published by Fishing Cactus, PID Games, 2PGames









You play as Rosalind, a novice Archivist exploring a fantasy world where dissonant magic is spreading corruption. She gathers knowledge and investigates what is happening across several distinct regions.
Typing is central to combat and problem-solving: enter words to cast spells against creatures, and combine or modify magic to produce different effects. Spells can also interact with the environment to help overcome obstacles and puzzles.
As Rosalind explores, she meets inhabitants, records plants and creatures, and uncovers stories and unusual events. Learning more about the world strengthens her, while new spells expand the ways she can fight and interact with her surroundings.
Positive comments often focus on the distinctive typing-based combat and spellcasting, which make typing practice part of an adventure; some players also enjoy cataloging creatures, exploring the varied environments, solving puzzles, and the colorful art. Reviews differ on the story and overall experience, and many report bugs that interrupt play.








| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 34 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 68/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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