Fatale

Tale of Tales

Rank: #4 / 6
Released: 2009
Studio: Tale of Tales
Genre: casual game, adventure video game

At a glance

Fatale is an experimental single-player adventure from Tale of Tales, inspired by Oscar Wilde’s play Salome. Its setting follows the aftermath of the tale, presenting a quiet, moonlit scene shaped by Salome’s story. The game describes its approach as a living tableau with references to that legend, and invites players to form their own interpretations and associations. Rather than specifying a fixed character to inhabit, its play instructions ask players to imagine who they are playing. The available description begins to outline a section called “The Cistern,” but the supplied details do not provide more of its instructions. Fatale is listed as an adventure, casual and indie game, with Family Sharing support. It is available on Windows and macOS, and Tale of Tales is both developer and publisher. Its release date is November 4, 2009.

Who it is for

It suits players interested in an experimental, interpretive adventure inspired by Salome, rather than a fully specified role. It is listed for Windows and macOS.

What is good

Single-player adventure format
Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s Salome
Encourages personal interpretation
Family Sharing supported

What to know first

No multiplayer listed
Available platforms listed as Windows and macOS

Verdict

Fatale is a compactly described experimental adventure built around the aftermath of Salome’s story. Its open interpretive approach leaves the player to imagine their role.