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THE PRACTICAL GUIDE

A Story About My Uncle Guide

A Story About My Uncle is a first person platforming adventure game about a boy who searches for his lost uncle, and ends up in a world he couldn’t imagine existed. The movement is a crucial part of the games c

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GET YOUR BEARINGS

Plan your next A Story About My Uncle session

Our independent guide helps players master A Story About My Uncle by breaking down its core systems, from movement to narrative discovery. Use these exercises to deepen your understanding of the grappling hook, world design, storytelling, and platform features without relying on external resources.

01 / THE GUIDE

Swing Mastery

Practice varying swing lengths and release points in a single area. Notice how momentum changes and compare the distances achieved, building intuition for efficient traversal.

  • Experiment with different swing angles to maximize distance.
  • Use the hook to reach hidden platforms that may contain clues.

02 / THE GUIDE

Environmental Scanning

Pick a location and spend a few minutes observing visual cues, hidden paths and ambient sounds. Record any story fragments you uncover to see how atmosphere conveys plot.

  • Take time to look around; hidden areas often hold narrative details.
  • Follow environmental cues to discover new regions.
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Publisher-provided gameplay image · Gone North Games

03 / THE GUIDE

Creature Interaction Review

Approach each creature you meet, note their dialogue, then revisit later to see how their stories connect to the uncle’s mystery, highlighting narrative layering.

  • Listen to each creature’s dialogue for additional context.
  • Revisit earlier locations after new story revelations.

04 / THE GUIDE

Platform Feature Test

Enable Steam Cloud, then quit and restart the game on a different device. Verify that progress persists, confirming the cloud sync works as intended.

  • Enjoy the pacing; there is no pressure to defeat enemies.
  • Use the calm moments to absorb environmental details.

05 / THE GUIDE

Controller vs Keyboard

Complete a short swing segment using both input methods. Compare comfort, precision and speed to decide which setup best suits your play style.

  • Enable Steam Cloud to keep your save data synced.
  • Try the controller for a different feel of the grappling mechanic.

WATCH THE GAME

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Official trailers & gameplay

INSIDE THE WORLD

Screenshots & game images

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Gameplay 01 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 02 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 03 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 05 · Official Steam media

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QUICK ANSWERS

A Story About My Uncle FAQ

What is the main method of movement in the game?

The primary movement tool is a grappling hook that lets you swing, jump high and travel quickly across the environment.

Is combat a part of the gameplay experience?

No, the game is non‑violent and focuses on exploration, story and atmospheric traversal rather than fighting.

Can I play the game on a Mac computer?

Yes, the game supports Windows, macOS and Linux platforms.

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Official resources and further reading

Original editorial guidance. Game imagery and trailers are provided by the publisher through Steam. Media and reference links checked 2026-10-22. Game versions, supported platforms, and balance can change; consult the linked release notes for current details.