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The 25 Best Interactive Story Games

Narrative and storytelling can be just as important as realistic graphics or even gameplay itself. These are our picks for the best interactive story games.

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Ace Attorney for PC

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Choice of the Deathless

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Detroit: Become Human for PS4

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Ace Attorney for PC
Ace Attorney for PC
Choice of the Deathless
Choice of the Deathless
Detroit: Become Human for PS4
Detroit: Become Human for PS4
Depression Quest for PC
Depression Quest for PC
Dreamfall Chapters for PC
Dreamfall Chapters for PC
Emily is Away for PC
Emily is Away for PC
Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered for PC
Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered for PC
Firewatch for PC
Firewatch for PC
Florence (iOS)
Florence (iOS)
Gone Home (for iOS)
Gone Home (for iOS)
Ace Attorney for PC
Ace Attorney for PC
Choice of the Deathless
Choice of the Deathless
Detroit: Become Human for PS4
Detroit: Become Human for PS4
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