# In The Story — Interact with your Story

> Interactive fiction app with branching narratives and character customization. (iPhone/iPad app by Hands Held Apps LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/in-the-story/id6747054786 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hands Held Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819644123)
- Category: Books, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/in-the-story/id6747054786/reviews.md

## What is In The Story?

In The Story transforms reading into an experience you control.

Step into stories where your choices shape the outcome, your character evolves with every decision, and no two readers experience the same journey. This is interactive fiction reimagined for the modern reader.

MAKE CHOICES THAT MATTER
Every story is a branching adventure. Faced with decisions, your choices unlock different paths, scenes, and endings. The story you read is uniquely yours.

BECOME THE CHARACTER
Before you begin, create your own character — name them, define who they are, and watch as their identity weaves into the narrative around you.

YOUR CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES
Your character grows as you read. Stats like strength, wisdom, or charm shift with every decision you make — unlocking new possibilities or closing doors forever.

YOUR PERSONAL LIBRARY
Download books to your device and read anywhere, even offline. Your library syncs across all your devices so you can pick up exactly where you left off.

READ YOUR WAY
Choose from 6 carefully selected fonts, 3 text spacing options, and adjustable font sizes. Switch between light, dark, and system themes for the most comfortable reading experience.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS & RATINGS
Read what others think before you buy. Write detailed reviews and rate books to help other readers discover their next great story.

STORIES IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
Browse and read in English and Portuguese, with each book offering locale support so the experience feels native wherever you are.

SIGN IN YOUR WAY
Use Google or Apple to sign in, or explore as a guest. Your purchases and progress are saved securely so you never lose your place.

EASY PURCHASES & RESTORES
Buy books with a single tap. Already purchased on another device? Restore everything instantly.

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Whether you love choose-your-own-adventure stories, tabletop RPG narratives, or just want something more engaging than a standard novel — In The Story is the reading experience you've been waiting for.

Download now and start your story.

## Key features

- Branching storylines
- Character creation and development
- Offline reading
- Customizable reading experience
- Community reviews and ratings
- Multi-language support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Heart of Ice | $3.99 | one-time |
| Quantum Dynamics | $0.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about In The Story

### What is In The Story?

In The Story is an interactive fiction app that allows you to make choices that shape the narrative and character development. It offers branching storylines and multiple endings for a unique reading experience.

### Can I read In The Story offline?

Yes, you can download books to your device and read them anywhere, even without an internet connection. Your library syncs across devices.

### How does In The Story handle in-app purchases?

In The Story is free to download and offers in-app purchases for books. Purchases can be made with a single tap and restored instantly on other devices.

### What languages does In The Story support?

In The Story is available in English and Portuguese, with locale support for each book to ensure a native-feeling experience.

### How can I customize my reading experience in In The Story?

You can choose from 6 fonts, 3 text spacing options, and adjustable font sizes. The app also offers light, dark, and system themes for comfortable reading.

### Does In The Story have ads?

No, In The Story does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers an ad-free reading experience.

### What is the age rating for In The Story?

In The Story has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of readers.

### How often is In The Story updated?

The latest version of In The Story is 1.1.1, and it was last updated on May 31, 2026. Updates typically bring new stories and features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.0 — 2026-08-21

What's new:
- Prices now appear instantly, in your local currency, everywhere in the marketplace — including series, author pages and shared links.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-08-18

What's new:
- Combat now plays the finishing blow and its death scene before the recap, instead of cutting straight to the summary.
- Combat messages name the enemy a killing blow actually struck.
- The shop, drop and surrender panels now have a close button.
- Names you invent during character creation are no longer rewritten by autocorrect.
- Book covers and author pictures are now stored for offline use.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.4.0 — 2026-08-15

What's new:
- Books can now credit everyone who made them — co-writers and illustrators appear in the byline, with a full Credits page one tap away.
- Author pages now include every book the author is credited in.
- The system status bar now matches your reading theme.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.3.6 — 2026-08-09

What's new:
- A new way to fight: combat now plays out page by page.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.3.5 — 2026-08-06

What's new:
- The book's title now stays in view as you start reading.
- A clearer hint when a page carries on to the next one.
- The reader's bottom bar is no longer covered by the navigation bar on some phones.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*
