Tavern Talk: A Cozy Medieval Adventure
Overview
“Tavern Talk” is a cozy game that stands out by letting players run a virtual tavern. Unlike typical tavern simulators focused solely on serving drinks, this game adds an exciting twist—you get to act as a quest giver! Set in a Medieval fantasy world, you’ll serve Elves, Werewolves, and other mythical creatures. But what else does this game have in store? Let’s dive in!
Story
You play as the innkeeper of a small tavern, much like in “Coffee Talk.” Patrons come in, not just for drinks, but for engaging conversations. In “Tavern Talk,” these conversations go a step further. You’ll hear rumors about the undead, werewolves, and other mythical beings, which you can turn into quests for your patrons. As the innkeeper, you’re a jack-of-all-trades—serving drinks, gathering intel, and assigning quests. What’s exciting is that the drinks you serve can impact the quest outcomes, adding an intriguing layer to the gameplay.
Gameplay
Most of the game focuses on mixing drinks, and here’s where things get a bit tricky. The learning curve for drink mixing is steep. You’ll be juggling five different ingredients, each affecting attributes like dexterity, charisma, strength, intelligence, and defense. You need to listen carefully to drink orders and match them with character sheets from your journal. Successfully doing so makes a bell glow, signaling you’ve got it right.
When you’re not mixing drinks, you’re at the rumor board piecing together quests. Once a patron accepts a quest, you need to prepare a specific drink to boost their readiness. If you’re familiar with RPGs, you’ll recognize the character sheet system. Unlike “Coffee Talk,” you can’t serve a drink until it’s perfect, so expect a lot of trial and error.
Presentation
The game’s visuals are bright and colorful with a charming art style. You view the action from behind the bar, interacting with various fantasy races. The music, featuring melodic lutes, perfectly complements the medieval atmosphere, making the drink-mixing process a bit more enjoyable despite its complexity.
Conclusion
In my “Tavern Talk” preview, I found it to be an engaging and fun addition to the cozy game genre. The unique mix of serving drinks and giving quests keeps the gameplay fresh and entertaining.