The Talos Principle

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 734 Ratings

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  1. GamestaUK
    Mar 5, 2015
    7
    The Talos Principle is a decent puzzler. A little predictable but still decent. The only problem is that it didn't grasp me. I was bored after a few hours and left it. But that's maybe just me.
  2. 12spageipriya
    Feb 21, 2015
    7
    The Talos Principle is a first-person puzzle video game created by Croatian developer Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. The game features a philosophical storyline.
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  3. bancandrei
    Jan 3, 2021
    8
    Serene atmosphere, light puzzles, this game is just a relaxing experience. This does make me lost interest after a while though.
  4. kezzyhko
    Aug 5, 2020
    7
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  5. ozzsoffy
    Jun 8, 2023
    6
    I started this game without knowing anything about it, except that it is recommended. starting to play it I found out it is a 3D riddles game with many many riddles, (this is not a spoiler, by any means), playing the games individual riddle is very satisficing, and you can stop at any time, but, the true magic of the mage is the mystery and the need to figure out what is really going onI started this game without knowing anything about it, except that it is recommended. starting to play it I found out it is a 3D riddles game with many many riddles, (this is not a spoiler, by any means), playing the games individual riddle is very satisficing, and you can stop at any time, but, the true magic of the mage is the mystery and the need to figure out what is really going on (as I said, no spoilers here).

    I liked the soundtrack, I liked the graphic, soundtrack, and the story.

    I didn't liked the fact that the story is given in snippets, and every time by a little bite.

    totally recommended to anyone who love games with riddles, or games with philosophy story line.    … Expand
  6. MoroseTroll
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Talos Principle is just pretending a puzzle game. I think it's something more, something else, something bigger. I'm not gonna even try to explain - you'll probably understand it later, when you hear all Alexandra's letters and read all other correspondence. Until then, just solve the puzzles and hear the divine music.… Expand
  7. djball
    Aug 24, 2019
    8
    Addictive fun interesting puzzler, with an ok story via text walls. Sometime repetitive, sometimes downright dirty difficult. Thinking outside the box is mandatory late game, and sadly tight angles/ pixel hunting should always be an option when stuck. There are no clues for the practically impossible 'star' puzzles, so trust me go to YouTube. It would take a lifetime to solve some theseAddictive fun interesting puzzler, with an ok story via text walls. Sometime repetitive, sometimes downright dirty difficult. Thinking outside the box is mandatory late game, and sadly tight angles/ pixel hunting should always be an option when stuck. There are no clues for the practically impossible 'star' puzzles, so trust me go to YouTube. It would take a lifetime to solve some these developer quagmires.… Expand
  8. Benehime
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    Story of unknown the best immersive philosophic social RPG: «The Talos Principle»

    Not many people know about this niche masterpiece. But «The Talos Principle» really delivers some principle experience to the philosophical journey. What so unprecedented about the game is its smart niche combined with instead abnormal philosophic knowledge. It is in a way abstract for being philosophical,    Story of unknown the best immersive philosophic social RPG: «The Talos Principle»

    Not many people know about this niche masterpiece. But «The Talos Principle» really delivers some principle experience to the philosophical journey. What so unprecedented about the game is its smart niche combined with instead abnormal philosophic knowledge. It is in a way abstract for being philosophical, yet still it is classical straight forward philosophy which in its formalization can be found even in ancient philosophy.

    As mentioned, genre it stands for is immersive philosophic social PRG. But more conventionally game described as first-person philosophic puzzle game. It is puzzle game mechanically and feels like «Portal», but puzzle it’s just the formal gameplay to suit the narrative. What’s more important is not to miss its huge RPG part in it. Because not to mention role playing yourself as a robot searching for purpose game has would be a sin. It is game’s main feature. To get it strict game is:
    1) Immersive – for you to first-person relive the experience of emerging in the unknown world, yet beautiful and interesting to find purpose of all this: from what’s happening to the why the way it is;
    2) Philosophic – for problems you given to solve are mostly philosophical, those of the interest, not the puzzle ones. Game has huge philosophic background in it and will drag you by;
    3) Social PRG – for you to communicate with the world, chose right in the dialog tabs who you are and what is happening, chose yourself and how the world solves (many endings required).

    Game will trouble your life with existential questions such as:
    1) What’s the meaning of life, what’s the meaning of meaning of life, when the recursive chain ends or there is none of any of it?
    2) What’s the difference between being born and begone dead?
    3) What’s the difference between you and android? What’s the difference between you and the android you playing?
    4) De simulation, de memory, de god and de transcendental;
    5) Why.

    Although the game is already 5 years old, it’s engine and graphics recently has been updated. So, it is played very good in every way, not to mention the narrative still being the main feature. 10 out of 10 for the vivid philosophic gaming experience of your life.    … Expand
  9. Area51
    Sep 4, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fantastic game full of rewarding puzzles and discovery. If you liked Portal, you'll enjoy this game as well. Suffers from heady social justice and leftist political leanings, including (spoiler) a snarky AI conversationalist who goes full passive-aggressive (like a true SJW) on you at the end if you don't agree with him philosophically. Still the great reward of inheriting the planet in spite of SJWs is a reward unto itself. Highly recommended, even for red-pillers, but look for 75% off Steam sales to reduce the cash flow to the SJW devs. These kinds of games are great mind exercise and as such make it a required brain-muscle workout to maintain peak mental fitness.… Expand
  10. Hideo_Godzila
    Sep 23, 2018
    10
    Perfect game.
    Just buy and go through it. Just don't miss messages and terminals. This game is a real masterpiece!
  11. Garybaldo
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    Gorgeous graphics, beautiful story, mind-blowing voice acting (Elohim's voice is so GREAT!). Puzzles hit the spot in all sections; they're difficult enough to be rewarding when you overcome them but not difficult enough to be frustrating, there are enough puzzles to keep you entertained for a good amount of hours, etc... As well, new elements get integrated to puzzles often enough to keepGorgeous graphics, beautiful story, mind-blowing voice acting (Elohim's voice is so GREAT!). Puzzles hit the spot in all sections; they're difficult enough to be rewarding when you overcome them but not difficult enough to be frustrating, there are enough puzzles to keep you entertained for a good amount of hours, etc... As well, new elements get integrated to puzzles often enough to keep it very interesting.
    On top of all that, the philosophical aspect of the game is the most interesting part of all.    … Expand
  12. pawq
    Jan 5, 2023
    8
    A truly top-tier spatial puzzle game, with a beautiful and diverse world and a magnificent soundtrack. Over 100 individual standard puzzles plus a bunch of additional mini-puzzles and dozens of much more complex bonus puzzles may sound intimidating, but the progression of complexity and difficulty is designed so well that the game never gets tedious. The inherent non-linearity also meansA truly top-tier spatial puzzle game, with a beautiful and diverse world and a magnificent soundtrack. Over 100 individual standard puzzles plus a bunch of additional mini-puzzles and dozens of much more complex bonus puzzles may sound intimidating, but the progression of complexity and difficulty is designed so well that the game never gets tedious. The inherent non-linearity also means that you're almost never stuck at a particular puzzle, because you can just move on to others and come back to the tricky ones with a clear head later on.

    The puzzles themselves are fantastic, ranging from fairly simple ones to some really complex brain-melters, but each giving a sense of fulfilment and a job well done once you figure them out. One of my favourite aspects, especially in comparison to many other puzzle games, is that the difficulty doesn't rely on hiding stuff - all elements are in plain sight, and you're job is to figure out how to connect them to get through, with an elegant solution possible in each of the standard puzzles. However, if you're happy to go the extra mile, the bonus puzzles involve a lot of secret elements and require proper exploitation of the game's mechanics, to the point where you'll have nothing left to give. Truly something for everyone.

    My only real complaint is with the story/lore. The basic concept is fun and interesting enough, but the reading scattered throughout the game didn't really engage me emotionally, which it feels like it could have.    … Expand
  13. gabrielsrc
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    Top quality puzzles. Reminescent of Portal, but with far more content. Graphics have not aged very well, but who cares?
    Terminal dialogues are amazing, too.
  14. DJKrimson
    Dec 25, 2020
    8
    Nice 3d puzzle game. Beautiful visuals, good audio and an overall relaxing athmosphere. I like the level designs for the most part. It's fun that you can be rewarded with some cool easter eggs if you do some optional exploring.
  15. Babutto
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    Cool game!

    Pros.:
    - Story. Actually interesting to check the story line through the messages.
    - Enough game depth. Not just puzzles but background and variety of decision-making.
    - EASTER EGGS! YEAH!
    - Music. Meditative and nice.
    - Variety of puzzles.

    Cons.:
    - Didn't find anything serious.
  16. jgmj921
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    For the first time a video game is able to combine with profound philosophical basis, with impeccable story writing, and decent puzzles and game play. It's easily one of the best experiences on games, if you are interested in philosophical subjects or AI. Great games allow you to actually learn something, take something away rather than simply squandering your time, and the Talos PrincipleFor the first time a video game is able to combine with profound philosophical basis, with impeccable story writing, and decent puzzles and game play. It's easily one of the best experiences on games, if you are interested in philosophical subjects or AI. Great games allow you to actually learn something, take something away rather than simply squandering your time, and the Talos Principle is one of the best of them.… Expand
  17. edxtan
    May 11, 2023
    8
    The Talos Principle uses its puzzles as part of its story about artificial intelligence, learning, and philosophy. Most of the puzzles are fun, but the recording mechanic is terrible.
  18. CriticalHit20
    Oct 20, 2019
    7
    I played this years ago when it came out. I remember thinking the puzzles are a chore, the computer terminal annoying and the storyline and philosophizing not worth paying attention to. It did look very nice. I would not play a sequel. I would not necessarily recommend it to just anyone but if someone was inlcied to like this then I would suggest they might give this a try.
  19. Crimert
    Jan 16, 2021
    3
    This game made me frustrated with its unnecessary annoying puzzles! I couldn't bear to play any further! 14hrs on record!
  20. 13baker11
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    The Talos Principle is one of the best puzzle games I have ever played.

    The game touches some philosophical and religious tropes, asking questions such as "what qualities make a person?" or "what is beyond death?". Those questions are not directly answered, but that is not the point, the point is to make you think about them. The puzzles themselves are witty, comprised of a few    The Talos Principle is one of the best puzzle games I have ever played.

    The game touches some philosophical and religious tropes, asking questions such as "what qualities make a person?" or "what is beyond death?". Those questions are not directly answered, but that is not the point, the point is to make you think about them.

    The puzzles themselves are witty, comprised of a few mechanics that interact in various ways, making every single puzzle fun and unique.

    I recommed The Talos Principle to everyone, who wants to enjoy some good puzzles or just wants to think a little bit deeper.    … Expand
  21. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 12, 2020
    9
    An amazing philosophical puzzle game with genius puzzles but sometimes too furstrating and hard to solve puzzles. Most of the puzzles are too easy as well, it needs some balance.
  22. spencerplewe
    Mar 12, 2020
    7
    I originally went into it with the wrong mindset, and judged it too quickly at first. The game really is all over the map with what one could take away from it. It takes many parallels to many philosophies, and really makes you ask the difficult questions. At the same time, you explore a series of well-defined and visually gorgeous worlds, solving dozens of excellent, mentally challengingI originally went into it with the wrong mindset, and judged it too quickly at first. The game really is all over the map with what one could take away from it. It takes many parallels to many philosophies, and really makes you ask the difficult questions. At the same time, you explore a series of well-defined and visually gorgeous worlds, solving dozens of excellent, mentally challenging puzzles. It's like Portal, elevated to a higher thematic & social level.

    I can't say I 100% agree with what I read was its theme, but give it a shot, see what you make of it, and let yourself grow with it.    … Expand
  23. Relkad
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    Best puzzle game out there.
    If you look for more,there is more.It's that kinda game.
  24. Wrathzo
    Mar 22, 2022
    8
    The Talos Principle is a 2014 puzzle video game developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. The Talos Principle is a narrative-based puzzle game, played from a first- or third-person perspective. The player takes the role of a robot with a seemingly human consciousness as they explore a number of environments that include over 120 puzzles. These environments interlock greenery,The Talos Principle is a 2014 puzzle video game developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. The Talos Principle is a narrative-based puzzle game, played from a first- or third-person perspective. The player takes the role of a robot with a seemingly human consciousness as they explore a number of environments that include over 120 puzzles. These environments interlock greenery, desert, and stone ruins with futuristic technology.… Expand
  25. PeakTop
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Игра однозначно достойна внимания! Можно назвать её чем-то средним между Portal-ом и Legend of Grimrock 2, хотя, если смотреть, правде в глаза, Talos Principle практически не имеет аналогов. Да, это пространственная головоломка. Да, в ней есть сюжет и персонажи. Но в то же время всё это подаётся совсем необычно и новаторски, даже смело.

    История окутана ореолом таинственности и    Игра однозначно достойна внимания! Можно назвать её чем-то средним между Portal-ом и Legend of Grimrock 2, хотя, если смотреть, правде в глаза, Talos Principle практически не имеет аналогов. Да, это пространственная головоломка. Да, в ней есть сюжет и персонажи. Но в то же время всё это подаётся совсем необычно и новаторски, даже смело.

    История окутана ореолом таинственности и незавершенности. В игре есть несколько концовок, и лишь одна открывает глаза на то, ЧТО на самом деле происходит, но.... не до конца :) Вот такой он, "Принцип Талоса", загадочный и философский.

    Головоломки очень разнообразны и усложняются по мере прохождения. Главному герою последовательно даётся в руки набор инструментов, работающих на здешних законах природы. Наша задача - обойти преграды, миновать опасности, открыть закрытое, включить отключенное, найти спрятанное. Каждый инструмент приходится использовать с умом и комбинировать с другими. В целом игра не очень сложная, но попотеть приходится. Настоящий же хардкор начинается, если вы решите пройти необязательные (секретные) головоломки - вот тут ваш мозг может отправиться на орбиту Сатурна. Если что-то не получается, лучше идите спать - получится на следующий день! :)

    С музыкой и озвучкой всё в порядке. Игра не новая, так что ждём скидку и берём.    … Expand
  26. Alexb1096
    Jul 24, 2020
    7
    ITALIAN:
    Bel gioco ma forse esagera.
    A me piacciono i puzzle game ma sono anche un casual gamer. In questo gioco la difficoltà aumenta troppo velocemente, al punto che dopo un po' completare un livello risultava un lavoro veramente molto impegnativo, forse troppo. Credo di essere arrivato al 25/30% del gioco e già c'erano enigmi di una complessità assurda. Per far capire quanto è folle    ITALIAN:
    Bel gioco ma forse esagera.
    A me piacciono i puzzle game ma sono anche un casual gamer. In questo gioco la difficoltà aumenta troppo velocemente, al punto che dopo un po' completare un livello risultava un lavoro veramente molto impegnativo, forse troppo.
    Credo di essere arrivato al 25/30% del gioco e già c'erano enigmi di una complessità assurda.
    Per far capire quanto è folle il gioco basti pensare che ci sono decine e decine di parametri da regolare solo per le impostazioni video del gioco, ed è un gioco in cui la componente video è l'ultima cosa che deve preoccupare.

    In ogni caso cerco di analizzare il gioco per punti

    AUDIO E GRAFICA:
    Ottima grafica del gioco e buon audio, ma il level design (che vuole creare un'atmosfera astratta ma realistica) mi è risultato un po' pesante e a tratti fastidioso. Non so davvero perché, non è fatto male, ma il contesto del gioco dopo un po' ha smesso di ispirarmi.

    GAMEPLAY:
    Il gioco si sviluppa in aree, ognuna delle quali possiede diversi livelli da risolvere.
    Completando i livelli si sbloccano nuovi oggetti da poter utilizzare negli enigmi e procedendo i livelli diventano sempre più complessi, finendo per richiedere tutti gli oggetti sbloccati fino a quel punto e anche più volte ognuno di essi.
    Il punto di non ritorno, nonostante sia davvero un'ottima pensata, è il registratore di movimenti. A parte i primi livelli in cui compare, dopo richiede così tanti ragionamenti che mi ha fatto passare la voglia di giocare.

    STORIA:
    Già, c'è una storia dietro questo gioco. Ha chiaramente qualche riferimento alla creazione biblica della razza umana, con la tentazione e il peccato, però anche questa mi è risultata pesante e fastidiosa.

    Personalmente un difetto che ho trovato nel gioco è che la terza persona funziona male e a volte la visuale torna in prima persona (anche senza che la telecamera collida con un muro), inoltre le animazioni del robot che si controlla sono discutibili.
    Infine il FOV, in qualunque settaggio, mi dà un po' la nausea e se per caso si utilizza la funzione di zoom si rischia di creare un effetto vertigo cinematografico che alla lunga mi fa girare la testa.

    Per concludere, gioco ottimo ma non sono il giocatore per apprezzarlo.

    Voto: 6.5/10    … Expand
  27. hileger
    Nov 9, 2022
    4
    одинаковые головоломки скучно хуючно говнина для долбаёбов пук пук ты непонел ля ля ля ля
  28. hoanns
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    Many intersting puzzles. Philosophical themed. Check it out if you like puzzle games.
  29. NfeKteD
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The Talos Principle was a game that surprised me a lot, I bought it thinking it was just a puzzle game but it has a very good history and philosophy behind it, and it makes you think seriously after playing.

    The game is based on going through "phases" and solving puzzles involving lasers on targets of the same color, which at first is simple but as the game progresses it gets really    The Talos Principle was a game that surprised me a lot, I bought it thinking it was just a puzzle game but it has a very good history and philosophy behind it, and it makes you think seriously after playing.

    The game is based on going through "phases" and solving puzzles involving lasers on targets of the same color, which at first is simple but as the game progresses it gets really complicated, while developing a whole story about "following what they say, or what you want "among others. The setting is very good too, varying from islands, deserts, forests, among others, even being "a little open world", you go to a place and choose in which order you want to solve the puzzles.

    Recommended for people who liked Portal 1 and 2, The Witness among others, in general I recommend it for lovers of puzzle games.    … Expand
  30. bergcamp101
    Aug 10, 2020
    7
    I think, it's a good game in its genre, but still despite all beauty, it's a casual bunch-of-same-puzzles thing, which is, again, great in its genre, but can't be compared with the classic quest tops.
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#14 Best PC Game of 2014
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#43 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014
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#5 Most Shared PC Game of 2014

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. Impulsegamer
    Aug 24, 2015
    88
    Come for the puzzles stay for the philosophy.
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  2. Digitally Downloaded
    Jul 28, 2015
    90
    The world, puzzles, narrative and music are all served to the player in small helpings, never overwhelming and allowing you to soak in and become one with the world. By the end of the game, it has challenged your mind in multiple ways.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 18, 2015
    91
    Satisfying puzzles, philosophically engaging storyline and exquisite presentation combine to make The Talos Principle one of the best of its genre. [Feb 2015]
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