Game Overview
A stolen intelligence archive turns private video calls into the evidence board of an intimate, uneasy thriller. Telling Lies places you at an anonymous laptop containing years of intercepted footage involving four strangers, all connected by an incident that gradually reveals itself through fragments. Rather than chasing suspects through streets or trading gunfire, you sit alone with a search bar, a growing list of names, and the uncomfortable sense that every clip exposes something nobody intended you to see. The mood is tense and voyeuristic, closer to a prestige crime drama than a conventional adventure game.
Investigation revolves around typing words or phrases into the database, which returns video segments where those terms are spoken. Each recording shows only one side of a conversation, so the crucial context often sits in another clip hidden elsewhere in the archive; noticing a name, a location, or an odd reaction gives you the next lead. You control the pace entirely, pausing footage, scrubbing through conversations, following dates, and assembling the timeline in your own notebook or memory. There are no combat encounters, fail states, or prescribed solutions, but the game asks for close attention and rewards players who enjoy connecting subtle details without being told what matters.
Sam Barlow’s signature full-motion-video approach feels more ambitious here than in Her Story, thanks to a larger cast and an interwoven narrative that shifts between romance, betrayal, secrecy, and political pressure. Logan Marshall-Green, Alexandra Shipp, Kerry Bishé, and Angela Sarafyan give the footage enough naturalism that even throwaway lines can feel suspicious on a second viewing. Its non-linear format makes conclusions personal: two players can watch the same archive yet come away convinced by different versions of events. Telling Lies suits patient mystery fans, narrative-game veterans, and anyone who enjoys the deductive freedom of Her Story or the fragmented storytelling of a detective miniseries.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Telling Lies.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core Processor
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 8800 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Telling Lies?
After extracting Telling Lies, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 5.16 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
This game requires Version 11. Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.