Telling Lies

Telling Lies

4 private lives. 1 big lie.

106 ratings
105 reviews
$6.99

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 23, 2019
  • August 30, 2019

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Explore a database of secretly recorded video conversations to uncover the truth behind four interconnected lives. This investigative thriller game uses non-linear storytelling where you piece together a shocking incident by searching for keywords and watching clips.

Non-linear storytelling
Secretly recorded video conversations
Searchable video database
Investigative thriller gameplay
Player-driven narrative
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What's New in Telling Lies

1.0.4

August 30, 2019

Thank you for playing Telling Lies! This version includes key bug fixes, including enhanced input for Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

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Last updated on July 28, 2026.

User reviews

Very problematic and disappointing

It was definitely a mistake to make us listen to each side of video conversation separately. It means half of the time I get bored by looking at the actor just staring into the camera, and when they talk, I still get frustrated, because it means I'd have to watch equally lenghty awkward pause in another half. It should be a normal dialog.

Also, scrolling mechanism is terrible. You search for a term, find a video where it's mentioned at the end, spend a minute scrolling back to the beginning, then spend another ten to fifteen seconds scrolling forward until the character finally starts talking. At least there should be a way to quickly jump to the beginning of the video.

Combined with the most important character being extremely unsympathetic almost from the beginning, and only going downhill from there, there isn't much to really enjoy.
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Jogo muito bom, mas Macbook Air M1 esquenta muito

O jogo é simples e creio que deveria funcionar melhor já que tanto o iPhone, iPad e Mac são ARM e são do mesmo ecossistema, mas o jogo usa 200% da CPU e um bom tanto da GPU, sendo que é um jogo em vídeos gravados, meio que um database, deveria ser leve, imagino que seja algum bug ou problema de compatibilidade. Corrijam, por favor.
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Not really playable

The game is good, and I had this game on my PC as well. On the mobile version, however, I can’t really rewind the videos very well. It’s possible, but slow and tedious. I’ll attempt it again and maybe come on here and change my review. There might be something I’m missing.

If I’m not, then it’s really disappointing, because the game itself is really good. As far as I can see, it’s only a mobile version issue with game mechanics.
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Bello e interessante

Meno intrigante di Her Story, ma la meccanica dei video interattivi funziona meglio e si integra nel Gameplay. Interessante la storia è bella da seguire

Very fun unraveling the story in your own way

Quite enjoyed this game, trying to find new leads, guessing what happened as I went along. Great political thriller

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Reported Bugs

9 issues

Game crashes on startup or during gameplay

Bug

No sound on iPhone speakers (Bluetooth audio works)

Bug

Bluetooth audio compatibility issues

Bug

Subtitle/text sync problems during video playback

Bug

Slow and laggy video scrubbing controls

Bug

High CPU/GPU usage on MacBook Air M1

Bug

Game crashes in specific locations during progression

Bug

Font sizes too small on iPhone displays

Bug

Video playback freezing or stuttering

Bug

Requested Features

9 requests

Side-by-side video playback for conversation pairs

Feature

Quick jump to video beginning button

Feature

30-second skip/fast-forward functionality

Feature

Note-taking system for tracking clues

Feature

Progress indicator showing story completion

Feature

Tutorial or onboarding guidance

Feature

Synchronized conversation viewing

Feature

Achievement or reward system

Feature

Better search functionality with exact matching

Feature

FAQ

What is Telling Lies?

Telling Lies is an investigative thriller video game that revolves around a cache of secretly recorded video conversations. Players explore a database of footage by typing search terms to uncover the truth behind four interconnected lives linked by a shocking incident.

How do I play Telling Lies?

You play by interacting with an anonymous laptop containing a stolen NSA database of video footage. You will type search terms to find relevant clips where those words are spoken, and then piece together the narrative from these conversations.

What are the key features of Telling Lies?

Key features include non-linear storytelling, a database of secretly recorded video conversations, the ability to search for keywords within the footage, and an investigative thriller gameplay experience where the player determines the truth.

Is Telling Lies a free game?

Based on the provided information, Telling Lies is a paid application. It does not appear to have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

What kind of experience does Telling Lies offer?

Telling Lies offers an intimate and intense experience unlike most games. It is designed for players who enjoy unraveling mysteries through exploration and deduction, with a strong emphasis on narrative and player agency in discovering the story.