Tembo the Badass Elephant

 PC
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. GamesVillage.it
    Jul 23, 2015
    87
    Tembo The Badass Elephant is really truthful to its name, thanks to a furious and exciting gameplay, perfectly tailored for all the fans of the platform genre. There's nothing really original here, but nonetheless Tembo is incredibly fun. Kudos to Game Freak.
  2. IGN Spain
    Aug 5, 2015
    82
    Frantic and, at the same time, fun.
  3. Softpedia
    Jul 23, 2015
    80
    Tembo the Badass Elephant succeeds as a game about momentum but fails to make the overall package as solid as it could be.
  5. 4P.de
    Jul 24, 2015
    79
    In terms of variety Tembo can’t challenge Rayman. But this destructive elephant delivers a rock solid platformer experience.
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  6. Ragequit.gr
    Jul 30, 2015
    78
    The imperative "farming" of levels and the frustratingly sensitive controls deprive Tembo The Badass Elephant from being declared as an instant-classic.
  7. GameStar
    Jul 27, 2015
    77
    Entertaining action platformer for a small price. The points needed to unlock certain levels feel are an unnecessary limit.
  8. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Aug 21, 2015
    74
    Tembo takes some notes from Metal Slug, but his closest relative is Sonic. While it’s not strictly necessary to keep your speed at maximum, it’s highly recommended to do so: our elephant may be a badass, but he goes down after a few hits, so speed in his case equals survivability. [Sept 2015, p.82]
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  9. PC Games
    Jul 24, 2015
    73
    While certainly lacking variety and neat ideas to compete with the likes of Rayman and Mario, Sega's new character Tembo more than holds its own.
  10. CD-Action
    Oct 17, 2015
    70
    The biggest flaw of this very enjoyable platformer is that it’s too short. [10/2015, p.71]
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  11. DarkZero
    Jul 31, 2015
    70
    While this isn’t a classic like Donkey Kong Country Returns or Rayman Legends, there is a lot to like with your short time with Tembo The Badass Elephant, and it goes to show that Game Freak are more than just “that Pokémon company.”
  12. Atomix
    Jul 28, 2015
    70
    Tembo The Badass Elephant is a pretty fun side-scrolling platform game. The game mechanics are solid, but the level design by Game Freak is too simple.
  13. Vandal
    Jul 20, 2015
    70
    Tembo isn't a perfect game, but it is a game we enjoyed. It you're looking for a fresh and fun platformer, this is a good option.
  14. InsideGamer.nl
    Aug 3, 2015
    65
    Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. We love what Game Freak did with Pokemon, but Tembo The Badass Elephant is not so special. It is just a standard platform game without adding anything new to the genre. Very unfortunate, as the fun and crazy cartoon theme is badass.
  15. DarkStation
    Sep 14, 2015
    60
    All this makes Tembo a fine game where the really bad, really rough parts are REALLY bad and REALLY rough, in a way that brings the rest of the game down.
  16. Gameblog.fr
    Jul 27, 2015
    60
    Tembo is fun, for sure. Fast, addictive, the gameplay is dynamic and powerful. Unfortunately, there are often too many obstacles that slow the pace of the game, and it's quite a shame.
  17. Games Master UK
    Sep 1, 2015
    59
    Lack of polish and confused direction. [Sept 2015, p.70]
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  18. Edge Magazine
    Aug 14, 2015
    50
    One of the most ungainly platformers of recent years. [Sept 2015, p.123]
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  1. Ars Technica
    Dec 9, 2015
    Try it if you have found modern platforming games to be too "soft."

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 30 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 30
  3. Negative: 5 out of 30
  1. SanctumRevel
    Jul 22, 2015
    9
    Actually now that the initial problem at lanch has been fixed i can say it's very enjoyable game and funny long time before i have seenActually now that the initial problem at lanch has been fixed i can say it's very enjoyable game and funny long time before i have seen anything like it!! provided you have a controller to play it properly you wont be dissapointed!!… Full Review »
  2. Goodnightmoon
    Jul 25, 2015
    10
    Tembo has a bit of Sonic, a bit of Yoshi and a bit of Donkey Kong and it actually works pretty well, the game is fast, the controls are asTembo has a bit of Sonic, a bit of Yoshi and a bit of Donkey Kong and it actually works pretty well, the game is fast, the controls are as tight and responsive as a good Nintendo game, it feels right to play, the levels are well designed and the game is really challenging, and I mean REALLY challenging.

    Overall Tembo feels like a classic platformer in a good way, it mixes elements from great games of the genre to make a very enjoyable and addictive one, if you love 2D platformers you need to give it a chance.    … Full Review »
  3. True_Reclaimer
    Aug 22, 2015
    0
    Theres no appeal to this game. Every level feels the same as the last, and is incredibly on-rails so theres no way to backtrack if you miss aTheres no appeal to this game. Every level feels the same as the last, and is incredibly on-rails so theres no way to backtrack if you miss a single collectible, and definitely no choice, freedom, or exploration. If you like these types of games, play Sonic, Yoshi or Mario, but pass on this.… Full Review »
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