The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. The Digital Fix
    Nov 19, 2019
    90
    The only thing that marred this fun VR romp, in my opinion, is the length of the game. I would have liked a few more levels to explore and more animals to find. What is there though is well made, beautiful and fun to play. At the end of the day, that is what is important, I had a great time playing it and so did my family.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Nov 18, 2019
    85
    The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets is so packed with charm that one might underestimate some of the sharply clever puzzles involved. Though it you will probably only play it once, that’s no reason to skip on a game of this quality. A complete delight that could only exist in VR, Stolen Pets bursts with nostalgia and fun.
  3. Cubed3
    Apr 27, 2020
    80
    The most enjoyable sessions when indulging in VR have been hidden gems like this. The medium has been out long enough now that the big showy set pieces aren't going to cut the mustard anymore. Gamers are looking for memorable, thought out experiences, and The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets sticks the landing. Titles like this are thought provoking, delightful experiences that live long in the memory. Although gameplay is simple, and once all aspects have been completed is unlikely to be revisited as a solo effort, this is going to be the VR benchmark for introducing a younger, as well as quirkier audience to what the little black headset can achieve with enough love and care behind it.
  5. Video Chums
    Nov 21, 2019
    80
    The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets is not only super-cute, it's also genuinely one of the most original and clever VR games so far.
  6. Everyeye.it
    Dec 6, 2019
    70
    The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets is an irresistible and relaxing product, as well as a perfect title for anyone who wants to approach virtual reality for the first time and discover, in small doses, the boundless potential.
  7. Push Square
    Nov 25, 2019
    70
    Stolen Pets is a very short game, so to say much more about it would be to spoil things. There's not too much replayability either, beyond finding each location's hidden coins, but these are pretty easy to spot. That it's over so quickly would be a problem if it wasn't so darn adorable. Joyous, imaginative, and full of personality, this is sure to bring a smile to all who play it.

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 5 out of 17
  1. Oskboy
    Nov 28, 2019
    10
    Game is not only super-cute and gorgeous, it's also genuinely one of the most original and clever VR games I've played!
  2. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    Really nice and enjoyable, but also by far too short to be a full game. Would like to see more games like this with longer duration.
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