When mysterious darkness is released from a forbidden book inside the library that he has inherited in unknown circumstances, a young man named Alfred Walsh must venture into the stories that have become affected by its power, assisted by none other than the sorcerer Merlin from the legends of King Arthur.

Along with the many heroes that inhabit the books affected by the malevolent magic, Alfred must rely on his wits and puzzle-solving abilities to ensure that the darkness is vanquished, and the stories reach their intended endings.

All the other characters are based on legends like Merlin the Wizard, King Arthur and others from classic stories from Mesopotamian, Norse and Greek mythology.

Tales received mostly positive reviews from critics, with praise given to its humorous depiction of classic stories, its use of puzzles and its non-linear gameplay.

[12] AdventureGamers awarded it 4 out of 5, specifically praising the graphics and artwork, saying "Every pixel has been crafted with care, making for lush, detailed backgrounds and nicely animated characters".

Despite small technical issues AdventureGamers recommendsTales, saying: "If you like myths and literature, meaty puzzles, or even just playing with Thor's hammer and Jack's beanstalk, this game comes heartily recommended".

[9] FutureSack praised about the story-line and humor of Tales, writing: "There are plenty of jokes for all ages to enjoy" and "It's great to see something suitable for the whole family".