Tunic

 PC
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 406 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 292 out of 406
  2. Mixed: 49 out of 406
  3. Negative: 65 out of 406

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. MalcomGTX
    Aug 19, 2022
    10
    Absolutely wonderful.

    Loved playing through with my wife, we tackled the puzzles together and the feelings of figuring it out ourselves was amazing and so nostalgic.

    There was one particular puzzle though, a riddle, now that one was the wrong kind of nostalgia, like old adventure games where you just have no idea what logic they are working on, but everything else was just fantastic.
  2. Tobijah
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    [SPOILER FREE REVIEW]

    It's a nostalgic throwback to early Zelda games. However this game has collectible "manual pages" scattered all across the world that give you information on the mechanics of the game as well as how to solve certain puzzles. This was a core mechanic I haven’t seen before. The illustrations in the manual are beautifully retro and it fits thematically in the game    [SPOILER FREE REVIEW]

    It's a nostalgic throwback to early Zelda games. However this game has collectible "manual pages" scattered all across the world that give you information on the mechanics of the game as well as how to solve certain puzzles. This was a core mechanic I haven’t seen before. The illustrations in the manual are beautifully retro and it fits thematically in the game (because old adventure games used to have these types of physical illustrated manuals) and the way the manual reveals the secrets of the game to you was at times very rewarding.

    The game has a medium sized, but very packed open world. Sadly the progress route through the game is actually very linear, but not necessarily very clear and traveling around the world is a bit slow. I got stuck in the middle of the game because there was one specific location I needed to go to get a certain item (something straight out of the Zelda games) to proceed, but it was hidden in a way that I walked past it 2 times and used several hours just going around in circles (I managed to solve some endgame puzzles while doing this though). Multiple entrances or a subtle hint telling me that this was the next location I was supposed to go to would’ve made this part of the game less annoying.

    There was also an area (Lower Miasma) that you can drop down to that has a locked door and if you don’t have the key, you’re stuck and you have to either kill your character or reload the game to get out of there. I consider this a design flaw. A shortcut elevator from the checkpoint would have sufficed. Maybe they’ll patch this later.

    Some of the puzzles were pretty hard, but I managed to solve them all without help by systematically going through the world and writing down notes or taking pictures with my phone when I encountered something suspicious. There are some mechanics in late game that help you find the unsolved puzzles/areas that are required for the true ending, but you need to do some exploration and write down notes to get the true ending. Puzzles themselves are pretty good - all of them (except the optional ones) are solvable if you pay attention to your surroundings as well as the game manual. The most obscure ones are optional and actually require you to put some time into figuring them out. I’m pretty sure very few people will solve them without guides, but I don’t mind just reading about them online (just reading about them blew my mind because solving them really requires effort and solving them reveals one final secret message that is definitely worth checking out).

    Bosses were quite easy for me (they usually took 3-5 tries which for me is pretty optimal), but I can see them being hard for someone who doesn’t take the time to find all the upgrade materials around the world. The way you beat the bosses is somewhat similar to Soulsborne games, so experience with their mechanics and slower combat will give you a slight advantage. They’re easier than Soulsborne bosses, but you still need to recognize openings between enemy attacks and mashing buttons will get you killed. One enemy encounter seemed to spike in difficulty, but after a couple of tries I bought some single use items and cheesed the fight.

    Game also shares Soulsborne’s minimalistic, ambiguous storytelling. To have any idea what the story was about, you need to go to the forums or watch a lore video. I prefer stories with character development and understandable goals and motivations. Games like Dark Souls or Inside at least gave me slightly more concrete themes I could latch on to. But then again, I didn’t expect there to be ANY story so I was happy that they at least tried to add some bits of lore for the community to figure out.

    The secret mechanics of this game were so fun that I wished it had more of them! Because of them I’d also recommend not to read about the game too much and just play it. Because of its unique mechanic of collecting the manual pages, this might be one of my favorite Zelda-like games ever. I did get stuck once which was really annoying because I felt I was just wasting time running around areas I had already been to. Using guides for this game is not recommendable so I wish they’d at least make the main path of the game more visible and add a few more shortcuts so that backtracking to some areas wasn’t so time consuming.

    I’d give the game 9/10 (strong recommendation) but because this is a disadvantageous time for smaller adventure games, I’ll give it one bonus point.    … Expand
  3. Strumbore
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    An absolute joy to puzzle through. I loved every minute of it. 2022 is the year I avoided spoilers and walkthroughs for amazing games and I couldn't be happier.
  4. Xenshin1231
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Tunic is a combination of the best parts of The Legend of Zelda and Fez. While the game starts off as a standard action adventure Zelda-like game, it becomes something way more grand. The beginning of the game has you go on the standard hero's quest type game, get your sword, activate some towers, find some items and upgrades, and beat some bosses, and collect some keys. Then the gameTunic is a combination of the best parts of The Legend of Zelda and Fez. While the game starts off as a standard action adventure Zelda-like game, it becomes something way more grand. The beginning of the game has you go on the standard hero's quest type game, get your sword, activate some towers, find some items and upgrades, and beat some bosses, and collect some keys. Then the game takes a turn, you turn into your ghost form self and must kill the final boss, but all your upgrades have been taken away. You then have to explain the same world you've been exploring except now it the ghost world to get your upgrades back. Once you get them back you can defeat the final boss way easier and beat the game. Sound pretty good, right? But that's not the turn in game that makes it so special. There is a secret in this game called the holy cross that elevates this game to a masterpiece. I won't explain what exactly it is but the secrets hidden underneath the games world that you don't even notice are incredible. The holy cross reminds me of the second half of Fez which is something I didn't think would have been able to be recreated again. For the combat the bosses are very fun and aren't total pushovers and take some effort. Uncovering the mysteries and secrets hidden in the game were an all time high experience in gaming in 2022 and I highly recommend this game to anyone who calls themselves a gamer.… Expand
  5. Mcoy69
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Le pongo un 10 sol para compensar algun 0, es un buen juego, yo le daria un 85.
  6. PJthePlayer
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Apparently people are review-bombing the game because it's a "ripoff" of Zelda which is ridiculous. Should all FPS games be ridiculed because they're ripoffs of Wolfenstein 3D? Give me a break. This game is also being criticized for being too hard by people who apparently totally missed that it even has a built-in god mode for people who struggle with it. It's a great little indie gameApparently people are review-bombing the game because it's a "ripoff" of Zelda which is ridiculous. Should all FPS games be ridiculed because they're ripoffs of Wolfenstein 3D? Give me a break. This game is also being criticized for being too hard by people who apparently totally missed that it even has a built-in god mode for people who struggle with it. It's a great little indie game that is definitely worth your time. Ignore the review-bombers and form your own opinion. I wouldn't give it a 10 except I'm purposefully countering the unwarranted 0 scores from abusive review-bombers.… Expand
  7. muzdiddy
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Nice little surprise on Game Pass this month. Super charming and wears it's influences on its sleeve. Well worth your time!
  8. Kunray
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Great game in my opinion.
    Let's all have a fun time!
    This games art style is awesome. It’s got a great soundtrack. Is both beautiful and creepy, but mostly charming.
  9. adrianolls
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelent game, I really enjoyed every section of game, the way it introduces mechanics and the gameplay itself.… Expand
  10. Julpyz93
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    The gem of 2022 so far! This game has amazing ideas and world, the music is incredible, the gameplay always evolving and simple, the difuculty is hard but never frustrating. I m just in love with it!
  11. jefferson122332
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece Great Game. Beautiful music and gameplay..GOTY Execelente juego
  12. ReticentRobot
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Mix Landstalker: Treasures of King Nole, Fez, Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Dark Souls and you have a good idea what you'll get from Tunic. I loved every second.
  13. Fairbrother69
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Fantastic indie game with main development mostly done by one person; fantastic game if you love Zelda!
  14. unque
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    great indie game. mix of dark souls, minecraft dungeons and zelda.
    really recommending it
  15. Modax19
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    If Legend of Zelda: A link to the Past had a baby with Dark Souls the result would be Tunic. This game doesn’t hold your hand - it’s up to you explore and figure everything out and the result is an absolutely classic experience. If you loved isometric games from the 1990s like Twinsen’s Odyssey you will love this. I found it incredibly addictive and difficult to put down. The bosses areIf Legend of Zelda: A link to the Past had a baby with Dark Souls the result would be Tunic. This game doesn’t hold your hand - it’s up to you explore and figure everything out and the result is an absolutely classic experience. If you loved isometric games from the 1990s like Twinsen’s Odyssey you will love this. I found it incredibly addictive and difficult to put down. The bosses are challenging and the final boss was brutal but I think the difficulty level is just perfect. Overall there is not much to complain about I would rate this in the top 20 games I have ever played just because I love this type of game so much.… Expand
  16. cofjunior
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    O jogo é surpreendente bom. Para quem vai começar o jogo sem nenhum contato ou visualização prévia da proposta do jogo pode acabar ficando um pouco perdido. Mas a ideia do manual do jogo dentro dele, pegando páginas no decorrer do jogo. Traz uma experiência bem bacana. Os gráficos e músicas são agradáveis.
  17. redwarriorktf
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    A mix of two of my favourite games. DarkSouls and Zelda. Looks beautiful, plays wonderful.cpuld not recommend more
  18. Keav
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Tunik es un juego muy especial, hermoso en sus aspectos tanto jugables como visuales, muy recomendable.
  19. Firas0002
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    when i first saw this game's trailer i thought it's just another zelda clone but i said why not giving it try and literally from the first gameplay minute i saw a completely different game with a very beautiful atmosphere and a unique art the level design is also very impressive i think i already got my goty indie game
  20. Kratosss666
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    After 8 hrs of game i have the complete certain about this game, is soo cool, funny and inmersive, the mix of Zelda and DarkSouls is just amazing. Its crazy but is a job of one men, i hope we get another game in the future or another DLC, 10/10
  21. Diogo708
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    MARAVILHOSO! um jogo incrivel, sem duvida um dos melhores do genero, parecido também com o Deaths Door e com uma gameplay de DarkSouls/Demon Souls
  22. Nikopro245
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Great game. Don’t know why people here claim it is like a mobile game and give it a literal zero. Yes sure it is a Zelda rip off but it really is good fun and has a sweet tone throughout.
  23. PlayWithMe
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego, te atrapa en su mundo y descifrar todos los secretos. Excelente modo de combate y estrategia
  24. rafacapoci
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    The game is not easy at all! But it's extremely satisfying discover by yourself reading the pages of the manual that your find, what you have to do! For sure a very nice suprice!
  25. JoshC123
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, a good challenge with a big emphasis on exploration and discovering the world. I fully recommend to go into this game blind and to not read about it beforehand, the exploration is great. I don't like overly difficult games but I thought this was a great balance of providing the feeling of achievement and not being difficult just for the sake of it. I strongly disagree withAmazing game, a good challenge with a big emphasis on exploration and discovering the world. I fully recommend to go into this game blind and to not read about it beforehand, the exploration is great. I don't like overly difficult games but I thought this was a great balance of providing the feeling of achievement and not being difficult just for the sake of it. I strongly disagree with negative reviews stating it's 'too similar to Zelda'. Tunic is original in many ways, and shares only a resemblance to Zelda, just as many games share resemblances to many other games.… Expand
  26. pricedaxe2054
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    This is an amazing game, since the start looks really good, its like a souls like and a old zelda game
  27. Frankalavera
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Tunic is a beautiful adventure! I love his art and gameplay. This is a my indie best game so far
  28. taian
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    TUNIC has been my best indie experience of the year so far. It looks like a mix of classic Zelda, Souls-like and FEZ. It's that kind of game you're always rewarded for exploring. The game manual/map is also very creative. 10/10
  29. ColeTD
    May 5, 2022
    10
    An amazing game about discovery and skill. By far my favorite game to come out this year so far, and I doubt it will be easily dethroned.
  30. Mozzarella_
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Such as a Great Game, it deserve more attention because it has a solid design and beautiful looking and the great sound track. Also the game reminds me of the classic zelda games. The game is master piece
  31. AveryF
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Very fun beautiful game. I love the inspiration from Zelda and Souls games.
  32. Corchaump1010
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Very good zelda-like game do you like to death's door earlier this year you will enjoy this game lock on system could have been better and a little more variety of weapons the art style is amazing the combat gets Souls like at times and it's very enjoyable I highly recommend!!
  33. roifdez_06
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Es un juego muy bueno y tiene unos gráficos increíbles para estar hecho por una persona
  34. Lingamer
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Muy bonito el juego muy recomendado. Tiene una mecánica como soul y zelda
  35. Gabrielnk95
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    This is a wonderful game made by an indie developer, which even features dubbing and subtitles in several languages, something that Big N does not offer this option for many countries, as in the case of PT-BR, a beautiful game that is worth give a chance.

    Este é um jogo maravilhoso feito por um desenvolvedor indie, a onde apresenta até mesmo dublagem e legendas em vários idiomas, coisa    This is a wonderful game made by an indie developer, which even features dubbing and subtitles in several languages, something that Big N does not offer this option for many countries, as in the case of PT-BR, a beautiful game that is worth give a chance.

    Este é um jogo maravilhoso feito por um desenvolvedor indie, a onde apresenta até mesmo dublagem e legendas em vários idiomas, coisa que a Big N não oferece está opção para muitos países, como no caso do PT-BR, jogo lindo que vale a pena dar uma chance.    … Expand
  36. Leon_Azure
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    A great tribute to Zelda and the indie industry in general, as well as a story of effort and determination according to its developer and creative mind.
  37. Patostix
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game. Such a fantastic little world. Love the boss fights and how fluid the gameplay is. It’s also a very pretty art style, one of the best I’ve seen. Masterpiece in my eyes… Expand
  38. Scooterbru
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    I really love this game, the music, the art design and levels are all beautiful and it lulls me into a meditative state when I play it. Genuinely don't know why this is getting review bombed some people who ar3e giving this a 1/10 are being delusional. I give it a 10 to counteract the 0s and 1s, in reality this game is more like an 8.5-9.
  39. Erockmath
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    I'm not normally a fan of isometric view games but Tunic really captured me. I wouldn't have given it a try if not for Xbox Game Pass, but I'm really glad I did because I am absolutely hooked on Tunic!
  40. IthanGjH
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Me encanta el estilo artistico del juego, su mundo y sus mecanicas de combate, su dificultad me parece correcta ya que no es facil pero tampoco es muy dificil, es un juego que sin duda merece la pena jugar.
  41. Bavari-90
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Such a charming amazing game...an absolute joy to play...the level design is great and the combat is tight.
  42. meyerpark
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    It is truly like the zelda style top view adventure. Good maps this game has. Love these games
  43. ibrahim_1243
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    I loved the game graphics
    I loved the gameplay
    I loved exploring
    I loved the world
    And ready to see your next game
  44. Genialo
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Tunic es un juego de acción y aventura fantástico, recordando a los Zelda de antaño, mágico, visualmente hermoso, la estética es sublime, los combates épicos, además de ser exigente, no es un juego fácil. A lo largo de la historia resolverás puzzles, mejoraras tus poderes y armas, te adentraras a los misterios de la historia. Si no fuera por los pseudo críticos que solo quieren afectar laTunic es un juego de acción y aventura fantástico, recordando a los Zelda de antaño, mágico, visualmente hermoso, la estética es sublime, los combates épicos, además de ser exigente, no es un juego fácil. A lo largo de la historia resolverás puzzles, mejoraras tus poderes y armas, te adentraras a los misterios de la historia. Si no fuera por los pseudo críticos que solo quieren afectar la media del juego, este indie tuviera un 90 de calificación. Es un juego casi perfecto.… Expand
  45. Igansargor888
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    A MASTERPIECE!
    It's simply amazing how it brings a sense of lightness in exploration, satisfying ecstasy in discovering this vast little universe and pure adrenaline in combat!
    Your story, art, sets and music touched my heart!
    I feel like I just shaved the Iceberg point yet!
  46. SONYPSFAN
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    A great video game, fun, challenging with a very good duration, an interesting campaign and a beautiful artistic section, highly recommended
  47. Merginatorr
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    From when I started this game until the final credits, I was enamored with everything that was happening on the screen. Everything about this game breathes old school and it's charming the entire way through. The usage of the manual really struck a chord with me, as I have been playing games since the dawn of time and remember when video games used to come with a manual and even had a pageFrom when I started this game until the final credits, I was enamored with everything that was happening on the screen. Everything about this game breathes old school and it's charming the entire way through. The usage of the manual really struck a chord with me, as I have been playing games since the dawn of time and remember when video games used to come with a manual and even had a page or two for notes where you would write down your secrets and memos. The manual plays an important part of the game so collect all of the pages to find the true ending of the game. That in itself is a task as you must unlock many secrets, many which are hidden throughout the game and even in the manual itself.

    Gameplay is amazing. Exploring the isometric land really gives this game a Zelda 3 feeling to it.
    The soundtrack is superb and adds to the atmosphere or situation happening on screen.
    Graphics are a sleek polished modern take on a classic approach to adventure games.
    Controls are perfect. However, when entering the "codes" to unlock certain doors and sections, if you are using an Xbox D-Pad, sometimes that can be tricky and inaccurate. Use your keyboard!

    This game is charming through and through. I felt like a 10 year old again discovering something new and magical. The perfect blend of an homage to past games, nostalgia flooding me with it's gameplay, and just the way they built this world and story for us made it the perfect game. Even though I unlocked the happy ending, I want to keep playing and fully unlock everything that I can!

    The only slight negatives I can think of is how you can lose where you need to go. I did find where to go easily with the use of the manual, but this isn't like Zelda or Dragon Quest where you speak to villagers and they point out where to go next. The unique language and scripture that appears on screen generally doesn't help. You can get lost easy, which can get frustrating sometimes. Sometimes the bosses can feel cheap, but I never spent more than 5 attempts on ANY of the bosses, this includes The Heir. Learn the patterns, change up your strategy and the bosses fall relatively easy.

    Fast travel is not just for the lazy, it actually serves a purpose on Tunic. You'll need it to reach certain areas you wouldn't be able to before. Level up your stats as much as possible to help survive and do so by exploring everything. This game doesn't hold your hand and in that aspect it feels like the old school NES adventure games. Leave no stone unturned, check all nooks and crannies and gather up all of the items as you can.

    Tunic is a must play gem. A nod to previous legends, a nod to current difficulty and a wonderful experience in a new setting that feels familiar. I loved every second of this game.

    Pros: Everything. Seriously.
    Cons: It's sometimes hard to know where to go. It doesn't jump out at you easily. (however, the manual does a lot of heavy lifting for you without directly telling you where to go.)    … Expand
  48. opx4real
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Welp. My longer review just diosappered. Cool.

    It is Zelda meets Fez meets Death's Door. All three were my game of the year when they came out and Tunic is no different. Great visuals and animation, stunning music and sound design, and absolutely jaw-droppingly brilliant puzzle design. Got virtually everything done on Game Pass and will now be buying to support further. Will be    Welp. My longer review just diosappered. Cool.

    It is Zelda meets Fez meets Death's Door. All three were my game of the year when they came out and Tunic is no different. Great visuals and animation, stunning music and sound design, and absolutely jaw-droppingly brilliant puzzle design.
    Got virtually everything done on Game Pass and will now be buying to support further. Will be keeping my eyes locked on this Dev.    … Expand
  49. Xbd
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very good game, I enjoyed it and I recommend it to everyone. The game world is very beautiful and the sounds are great… Expand
  50. Pier_Pa
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    A great video game, fun, challenging with a very good duration, an interesting campaign and a beautiful artistic section, highly recommended
  51. devinmac
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Tunic brings back a sense of mystery and discovery to gaming that has slowly been drifting away for more guided and easy to follow gameplay. It is a charming and challenging game that slowly unfolds as you explore its diverse world. There is enough challenge to the combat that it feels rewarding to change up strategies to beat foes and bosses after a few tries, but also allows forTunic brings back a sense of mystery and discovery to gaming that has slowly been drifting away for more guided and easy to follow gameplay. It is a charming and challenging game that slowly unfolds as you explore its diverse world. There is enough challenge to the combat that it feels rewarding to change up strategies to beat foes and bosses after a few tries, but also allows for progression and upgrades to allow players to attempt battles when they’re ready. The world of Tunic is beautiful, there is a sense of magic and mystery at every turn, and the soundtrack harmonizes with these feelings really well. Tunic is a game for those who don’t want to be told every detail of what to do, it’s a game for those wanting to feel that childhood wonder again of immersing yourself into a video game and not knowing at first what to do or where to go—and loving it.… Expand
  52. Osonizzy33
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    I honestly had real fun playing this game. I recommend everyone to try this game out. I like the art design and the sense of finding chests scattered around the map.
  53. Krwtos
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This game is incredible sincerely I did not expect much from the more have to have an obvious resemblance to zelda I think its level of difficulty and some sections with its own identity make it a magnificent game
  54. IAmSCG
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Me gusta el diseño, la música, todo, Y para ser hecho por una sola persona es de admirar, Le pongo un 85 pero le doy 10 porque hay gente tóxica seguidora de Zelda que lo está calificando en 0 porque es una "copia"
  55. Edubeck
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Amazing, entertain and easy to understand, a good game to spend a few hours
  56. ManuPVZ
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Excelente título, una experiencia impecable que goza de su propia esencia, muy buena música y exquisita jugabilidad 10/10
  57. grimbar
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Great game！wonderful graphic and so much challenge to win. Recommendation for Zelda and souls gamers and even free in XGP.
  58. Salar198
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Very good game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  59. Ky4785
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    if you're a big fan of the OG Zelda games back in the NES days.
    this is the game for you to enjoy.
  60. BoiledEgg
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    What starts out as a cute Zelda lookalike very soon gets more and more difficult and mysterious, with tons of both more and less obvious secrets to be found.
    The gameplay is fun, combat is challenging (very Souls-like, there's a godmode setting for people who want a more chill ride), exploration of the world is fun, and the story is very intriguing. Also it just looks adorable, and the    What starts out as a cute Zelda lookalike very soon gets more and more difficult and mysterious, with tons of both more and less obvious secrets to be found.
    The gameplay is fun, combat is challenging (very Souls-like, there's a godmode setting for people who want a more chill ride), exploration of the world is fun, and the story is very intriguing. Also it just looks adorable, and the music is great, too!
    Definitely a must-play!    … Expand
  61. ReviewAvenger
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    TBH, the game isn't perfect and is not for sure a 10 out of 10. But the score is just do balance the user score since some reviews are really awfull or pure stupidity. No, the game is not a "cheap zelda knockout". It borrows many elements from old Zelda game, that is true. But every single element works as intendend.

    I can get it that most modern players are used to be held by their    TBH, the game isn't perfect and is not for sure a 10 out of 10. But the score is just do balance the user score since some reviews are really awfull or pure stupidity. No, the game is not a "cheap zelda knockout". It borrows many elements from old Zelda game, that is true. But every single element works as intendend.

    I can get it that most modern players are used to be held by their hands when playing, and it's ok. But don't pretend that in a game intended to use old school mechanics. Is not the game for you, but saying is a cheap ripoff of zelda (when probably most of you don't even played the original 2d zeldas) is just gratuitous hate.

    Tunic is a well made tribute to old 2d zelda games, where each element will help you understand more and progress in the game. It's not for sure an easy game, but it's not even a "hardcore elite" type game.
    The graphics are particular and remind a lot of the recent remake of Link's Awakening. Seeing the nature of the game I guess it does it's job.

    Good game to relax from bigger AAA titles.
    8/10    … Expand
  62. QPCloudy
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Tunic is adorable and fun. Doesn't hold your hand. It is indeed much like the original Zelda on NES, but it's all the better for it. Fantastic game. Absolutely try it out. EXPECIALLY if you have PC or XBOX Game Pass.
  63. TerraSanctum
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    This game is simply amazing! The art is beautiful, the progression and menu pages you find are extremely creative, enemies are challenging and the game doesnt hold your hand, which makes finding secret passages and learning how to advance very rewarding. 10/10, probably the best game I have played in awhile, it surprises me on every turn!
  64. birucan
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best indie game i've played in a while, really captures the feeling of playing a game as a kid before you learn how to read in a good way. It's an absolutely gorgeous looking game, and the difficulty is definitely there, for both the puzzles and the gameplay, the puzzles feel very similar to Fez and the Zelda + Dark Souls influence is obvious. Overall, it's a great gameThis is one of the best indie game i've played in a while, really captures the feeling of playing a game as a kid before you learn how to read in a good way. It's an absolutely gorgeous looking game, and the difficulty is definitely there, for both the puzzles and the gameplay, the puzzles feel very similar to Fez and the Zelda + Dark Souls influence is obvious. Overall, it's a great game and more people should be playing it, it deserves to be played.… Expand
  65. Telan
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    The game is fun, challenging, and can be hard at times. I enjoy figuring out the mechanics and getting the feeling of accomplishment for completing a fight or figuring out a puzzle that had me stumped. The game heavily draws from Zelda and Dark Souls games and has a wonderful art style that I enjoyed greatly.
  66. walsh404
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Playing this game simultaneously with a friend sparked all the joy of childhood school lunchtimes discussing the secrets of Mario64, and Ocarina of Time. The digital in-game instruction booklet is a wonderful expression of something lost in the modern AAA video game experience - The excitement and wonder of what to expect in a modern game. I had anticipation for this game, and even after aPlaying this game simultaneously with a friend sparked all the joy of childhood school lunchtimes discussing the secrets of Mario64, and Ocarina of Time. The digital in-game instruction booklet is a wonderful expression of something lost in the modern AAA video game experience - The excitement and wonder of what to expect in a modern game. I had anticipation for this game, and even after a couple of hours I wasn't fully convinced - Once I discovered some of the secrets in the manual I was hooked. I completed almost everything (bar the full booklet translation) in collaboration with a friend via discord, GOTY for me.… Expand
  67. WinterIsComing
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, containing perfect gameplay mechanics and staying true to it's main inspiration. To those who say it copies "Zelda", you obviously knew nothing of the game. To those who think it's too difficult... I'm sorry that you can't handle a challenge, play an easier game or get good scrub, reviews don't count as a person crying over how the game makes things "too hard onThis game is a masterpiece, containing perfect gameplay mechanics and staying true to it's main inspiration. To those who say it copies "Zelda", you obviously knew nothing of the game. To those who think it's too difficult... I'm sorry that you can't handle a challenge, play an easier game or get good scrub, reviews don't count as a person crying over how the game makes things "too hard on them" lol… Expand
  68. QcGamer
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    A very good Zelda-like game. The animations are really good, I like the graphic style. You can tell that a lot of attention to detail has been put into this game. Some bosses are though, but not to the level of Dark Souls like I've seen the comparison. All in all, a solid 30-hours indie game that is well worth the money.
  69. Akonig513
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Excellent game by a solo developer. Often achieves the quality you’d find in a legend of Zelda game made by a team of hundreds of people. The challenges are tough but meaningful and the progression elements and puzzle solving is interesting and reward exploration. The art style is great, clean, readable, cute, and overall I had an outstanding time playing this game.
  70. geralwaffle
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    This is the first review I have ever written for such a fantastic game. Yes, lets start with the cliche, this is a Zelda 1 esque game. You need to see this game with the eyes of a child to understand what you need to do. You're a fox, apparently alone in this island, you need to find the scattered manual pages to read and understand game mechanics. While you continue exploring the islandThis is the first review I have ever written for such a fantastic game. Yes, lets start with the cliche, this is a Zelda 1 esque game. You need to see this game with the eyes of a child to understand what you need to do. You're a fox, apparently alone in this island, you need to find the scattered manual pages to read and understand game mechanics. While you continue exploring the island youll find some hard foes that might be difficult to beat them unless you have leveled yourself up using the godess statues. I have been playing this game for 14 hours and I think I'm almost finished with it. The game has made me feel like a little girl playing TLoZ on my NES with my brother. You need to explore and keep your eyes open for hidden doors, puzzles and chests. Give this amazing game a try and you'll not be dissapointed, the game indeed is HARD. specially the quarry and the ghost zone. Now, talking about the design, its so flawless, its amazing how the team behind tunic got such a neat artstyle. the exploration is really good, and again, if youre stuck, remember to think like a little kid who just wants to have fun. Tunic really is something special and beneath the cutesy and simple appearance, this is a love letter to all classic exploration game fans. It also borrows inspiration from other games like the Souls games. The story its so good if you collect the manual and make it all fit together like in a big puzzle.

    The soundtrack is also something to praise, as it blends magically with the visuals.

    with my 14 in game hours and 240 out of 1000 gamerscore, I definitely will finish this game multiple times to get all those points.
    in my opinion, this has been the best game so far in 2022.    … Expand
  71. Vazgenoid
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing. Great world, desing and great new-old gameplay. If you understand rules you'll have on of unusuall and interesting games of last few year. Give a chance it's better then deaths door (it's nice too).
  72. UnknownSudo
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    Este jogo é simplesmente fenomenal. Me levou de volta ao passado. Diferentemente do padrão atual, onde o jogo pega na sua mão e te leva até o objetivo, esta obra de arte é de certa forma "indiferente" com o jogador. No jogo, o único guia é um livro, espalhado pelo mapa em diversas páginas, fazendo alusão aos games da década de 90. Aprendam com este game, empresas. Aprendam a colocar amorEste jogo é simplesmente fenomenal. Me levou de volta ao passado. Diferentemente do padrão atual, onde o jogo pega na sua mão e te leva até o objetivo, esta obra de arte é de certa forma "indiferente" com o jogador. No jogo, o único guia é um livro, espalhado pelo mapa em diversas páginas, fazendo alusão aos games da década de 90. Aprendam com este game, empresas. Aprendam a colocar amor no seu jogo. Os jogos são arte, não um cassino. Joguem e explorem este mundo vivo e CHEIO DE SEGREDOS incríveis!… Expand
  73. MogelPretin
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    Not for everyone. However, this game is definitely a gem and my 1# favourite in a long time.
  74. MajorProblems
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    What an utterly fantastic and magical game. At first I was a bit confused by the lack of instructions and any clear direction but I soon realized that it would be a main component of what made the game something truly amazing. The combat was challenging but not utterly soul crushing which only helped to pave the way for its brilliant story that was told one tidbit at a time. I really hopeWhat an utterly fantastic and magical game. At first I was a bit confused by the lack of instructions and any clear direction but I soon realized that it would be a main component of what made the game something truly amazing. The combat was challenging but not utterly soul crushing which only helped to pave the way for its brilliant story that was told one tidbit at a time. I really hope this game designer continues to make games that are as puzzling and enchanting as this one. They have a fan for life.… Expand
  75. HoltFasner
    May 8, 2022
    10
    Absolutely beautiful, light-hearted, fun. Just can't complain, it's high up there, totally well crafted, I really don't get where those negative reviews are coming from
  76. Calccc
    May 10, 2022
    10
    I expected a good mix between Dark Souls and Zelda but I found a masterpiece. I don't have more words, people should play this game.
  77. FoxHound24
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    Beautiful representation of an actual fox living his little foxy life out there in the wild. Aweinspiring.
  78. Donquers
    Jan 11, 2023
    10
    Tunic is an adorably charming take on popular formulas with its own clever twists. While harkening back to old-school Zelda-style progression and Souls-like combat, Tunic also does quite a bit to distinguish itself from the inspirations it proudly wears on its sleeve.

    There includes a wonderfully mysterious and beautifully drawn in-game manual, for the player to collect pages of    Tunic is an adorably charming take on popular formulas with its own clever twists. While harkening back to old-school Zelda-style progression and Souls-like combat, Tunic also does quite a bit to distinguish itself from the inspirations it proudly wears on its sleeve.

    There includes a wonderfully mysterious and beautifully drawn in-game manual, for the player to collect pages of throughout their journey (written almost entirely in a fictional language, that is actually translatable if you have the time). From scattered booklet pieces, the player will slowly gain info on everything from controls and mechanics, to story, to maps, goals, puzzles, and tons of secrets that will all help you on your way. Its seemingly 4th wall-breaking inclusion actually justifies itself extremely well, and never overstays its welcome despite how much you'll be using it. You'll find yourself bouncing back and forth between the surprisingly large open-labyrinthian levels, and the game manual, throughout its entire runtime - as its contents serve not as a crutch, but as a puzzle to figure out all on its own. Every inch of every page seems to allude to something for the player to discover.

    The game is a challenge, and so is its combat. You will face a wide variety of locations, enemies, and bosses, and it will not hold your hand on anything - but it does so with a sense of intent and purpose. Tunic usually gives players just enough info to get by, with just a little expectation that you're the one who needs to "figure it out" on your own. And I found that kind of design philosophy both motivating, and endlessly captivating. Tunic is a game where even simple mechanics and weapons are learned through interpreting clues, so if in some instances one misses a piece of crucial info (either within the world or in the manual), it's possible they can find themselves stuck for a bit. But at the same time, it never feels like it's the game's fault - and usually with just a bit more patience, skill, exploration, or thinking, one can logic their way into a path forward (or possibly somewhere else).

    Tunic is one of the most interesting, charming, and fun games I've played in a long time, and I'm happy that it exists.    … Expand
  79. Astenaura3
    Sep 8, 2022
    10
    Muito bom, só da nota baixa quem nao entendeu qual é a proposta do jogo. ..
  80. p88h
    Sep 17, 2022
    10
    i really enjoyed playing this game with my daughter. we both like decoding ciphers and puzzles, so this game was really fun. The game encourages you to explore and it's all served in such a cute but not over the top way, that you really feel being in a magical world - together.
  81. shynorah
    Feb 27, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing on so many levels.
    Already the atmosphere and the music of the game are magnificent.

    Then the game is constantly tickling the player's curiosity.
    Indeed, in the game we do not know what to do and how to play.
    It's a game filled with mystery constantly.

    For me it's the best indie game I've done, even better than Hollow Knight.
    MAKE TUNIC, this game is moving
    Amazing.
  82. siell2001
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    I love this game I have great memories of the first RPG games I played with a new look and charming animation and concept with an inmersive story but that's not to say it's an easy game I loved it.
  83. alexlomba87
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    An almost perfect game that kept me glued until I finished it. The only downside is that a few secrets are unreasonably difficult and would have benefitted from a few more hints dispersed across the world. This includes the language translation that felt a bit too much to handle, even with pen and paper and patience. It feels like dropping a few more hints would have made the experienceAn almost perfect game that kept me glued until I finished it. The only downside is that a few secrets are unreasonably difficult and would have benefitted from a few more hints dispersed across the world. This includes the language translation that felt a bit too much to handle, even with pen and paper and patience. It feels like dropping a few more hints would have made the experience more accessible without falling in the temptation of looking online, and without any detriment to the overall experience.… Expand
  84. Rawnchie14
    Mar 31, 2022
    9
    The discovery model of this game: with the rather central use of the manual, a cryptic fox language which is primarily used with mixtures of readable language and symbols which you can fully translate with effort, the traditionally drawn maps with the secrets cleverly illustrated into the pages, optional secrets to be unlocked for those willing to parse the hints in the world out, and aThe discovery model of this game: with the rather central use of the manual, a cryptic fox language which is primarily used with mixtures of readable language and symbols which you can fully translate with effort, the traditionally drawn maps with the secrets cleverly illustrated into the pages, optional secrets to be unlocked for those willing to parse the hints in the world out, and a lore/world which is so puzzling and vague that it's enough to keep you wanting to figure out more. Brilliant design where a game boldly decides to challenge and believe in the player to figure out their game and get the most out of it. Sure it may turn off some players - and reasonably so (so it's not for everyone), but the ones who get it, get it.

    Combat is a good effort, some chaotic decisions made in terms of controls and leading to my only hit on this title, but you should definitely try your hand at this game. Too clever not to.    … Expand
  85. SirPierreFun
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    I'm only about 4 Hours in I'm in love. The art style is so impressive. The fact that this game was made by one person is crazy! I love finding Manual pages and finding out cool new tricks. I would highly suggest people play this game.
  86. garyw_81
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    excellent zelda like game. good dificulty level also. simplistic, isometric design adds to the charm
  87. Reed618
    Mar 19, 2022
    9
    Tunic is really something special. I think the combat isn't quite good enough to justify its high difficulty but the world is very well designed. I loved finding pages of an instruction booklet and piecing together what I was supposed to do next. I also found the lore and story to be quite compelling (although too mysterious to fully understand).
    Overall this is an extremely cool game and    Tunic is really something special. I think the combat isn't quite good enough to justify its high difficulty but the world is very well designed. I loved finding pages of an instruction booklet and piecing together what I was supposed to do next. I also found the lore and story to be quite compelling (although too mysterious to fully understand).
    Overall this is an extremely cool game and one of the most enjoyable indies I've seen for quite some time. Definitely pick it up or check it out on gamepass :)    … Expand
  88. glaysonramos
    Mar 23, 2022
    9
    Gorgeous art, solid controls. it really is very similar to a Zelda game and deserve all the praise to follow with great competence so big of a shadow. To the developer, don't mind the haters. You made alone something comparable to some of the great games of all times
  89. marcosflandi
    Jun 12, 2022
    9
    Great game, great soundtrack and beautiful environment.
    There's no holding hand so expect a challenging game.
  90. nitorita
    May 9, 2022
    9
    An incredibly unique adventure game coated in mystique and filled with mysteries and secrets everywhere. You play as a simple fox that has to figure out its own path through the world without any assistance except for your own wit and intuition.

    Words cannot do this game justice. It is one of the best adventures to come out over the past decade, and from an indie company to boot. Every    An incredibly unique adventure game coated in mystique and filled with mysteries and secrets everywhere. You play as a simple fox that has to figure out its own path through the world without any assistance except for your own wit and intuition.

    Words cannot do this game justice. It is one of the best adventures to come out over the past decade, and from an indie company to boot. Every bit of it is unique in its design and execution, and the atmosphere and music are pleasant to the eyes and ears. Being able to find hidden paths around every corner is incredibly engaging. The cryptic language that you have to decipher yourself is an unexpectedly welcome twist. The instruction manual in-game is filled with puzzles to decipher.

    If you've been looking for a fun, adorable, and yet intriguing adventure game with plenty to explore and discover, Tunic will keep you satisfied the entire journey long. Time genuinely feels like it passes by slower as you play, with an hour feeling more like three. It is highly addictive and hard to put down once you get engrossed in its serene world.

    Sadly, the only reason why I cannot give this game a 10 is the occasionally unbalanced level of difficulty of certain enemies, such as bosses. Tunic, on the surface, looks like a game that is simple and can be enjoyed by everyone, but when the second boss feels like a Dark Souls boss that can kill you in two seconds flat, it disrupts the pacing of the game and only serves to annoy you. The rest of the game is rather straightforward, and there are often times alternative means of resolving issues.    … Expand
  91. sinhue_anaya
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    Lo terminé y debo decir que me gustó mucho, si te gustan estilo zelda de los 90s, te gustará este juego, no quisiera decir que es una copia, simplemente es del estilo muy parecido pero con la cámara en otro ángulo, es como pensar que todos los hack&slash son plagio, cada uno tiene un toque diferente, en este caso si no te gustan este estilo de juegos no te lo recomiendo.

    Si te gusta    Lo terminé y debo decir que me gustó mucho, si te gustan estilo zelda de los 90s, te gustará este juego, no quisiera decir que es una copia, simplemente es del estilo muy parecido pero con la cámara en otro ángulo, es como pensar que todos los hack&slash son plagio, cada uno tiene un toque diferente, en este caso si no te gustan este estilo de juegos no te lo recomiendo.

    Si te gusta este estilo de juego sigue leyendo, es como una combinación de zelda y dark souls, es complejo, lo más curioso es que es un juego hecho por Microsoft, sinceramente no soy muy fan de sus juegos, pero este si me ha gustado, desde que lo empecé a jugar me atrapó, al inicio no te van a explicar nada como un souls, pero poco a poco encontrarás pistas y si eres una persona curiosa, te atrapará, pero si eres de los que quieren que te den todo fácil, mejor no lo juegues.

    Gráficamente no es la gran cosa, su escencia está en la jugabilidad y descubrir el mapa, recomiendo jugarlo en maratón de lo contrario olvidarás muchas cosas con el tiempo, creo que es una gran sorpresa porque no sabía nada de él y me sorprendió al jugarlo. Evita jugarlo con alguna guía, sino perderá el chiste, yo lo juegué casi hasta un 90% hasta que me atoré y tuve que consultar para avanzar, no me arrepiento, me encantó descubrir su mapa y tratar de entender lo que debía hacer.    … Expand
  92. Padudu
    May 7, 2022
    9
    Tunic is a gem of a game. Fantastic world that rewards your time spent exploring, simple yet challenging combat that's frenetic and addictive, interesting story and beautiful soundtrack. Easy candidate for indie of the year if not game of the year.
  93. hoanns
    May 29, 2022
    9
    The game has a great mysteric athmospere to it, it looks great and the music is nice. The progression is engaging and you really get immersed in the world.
    What I didn't like was the final puzzles to complete the game and the story that was too vague.
  94. Matheuskbr
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    Um dos melhores jogos Indies apresentados nós últimos anos, lembra um pouco Wind waker
  95. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Jul 3, 2023
    9
    2D Zelda + Dark Souls with lovely graphics and a lot of soul and creativity. My only gripe is the end boss and in general the last section. Compared to the rest of the game it was a tad too difficult and obsure.
  96. CrazyCliff
    Mar 19, 2022
    9
    A mix between Zelda and deaths door. Fantastic little gem made by only one person!
  97. apokalipto
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  98. Kitoalarco
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    Divertido, aires de clásicos, en gamepass...excelente juego, felicidades
  99. chrisplay2021
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una propuesta difícil de jugar que requiere de bastante concentración, no es un pelijuego y por eso le doy un nueve, el juego arriesga con una propuesta de mundo abierto y de ser similar a Zelda, pero pierde en lo gráficos aunque como obra artística gana bastante, lo he empezado y he ganado al primer jefe y espero reanudar muy pronto mi partida, pero estoy jugando ahora mismo a varios juegos a la vez.… Expand
  100. ArVilla
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    I'm typically terrible at souls-like games, but this isometric zelda/souls hybrid has peeked my interest. I still suck at proper timing, but the game is fun regardless, without feeling like I'm hopeless. I believe there is the ability to switch on invincibility, but that's something I will avoid in order to get the proper feel for the game.

    I'm a little shocked at some of the user    I'm typically terrible at souls-like games, but this isometric zelda/souls hybrid has peeked my interest. I still suck at proper timing, but the game is fun regardless, without feeling like I'm hopeless. I believe there is the ability to switch on invincibility, but that's something I will avoid in order to get the proper feel for the game.

    I'm a little shocked at some of the user reviews here, cause it kinda feels like they didn't actually play the game.

    All I know is that I am have a great time with this so far.    … Expand
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

26
#26 Best PC Game of 2022
15
#15 Most Discussed PC Game of 2022

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 60
  3. Negative: 1 out of 60
  1. GameStar
    Jan 25, 2023
    78
    Tunic is a wonderful Dark Souls alternative that fails to strike a fair balance.
    Read full review
  2. KeenGamer
    Jul 13, 2022
    90
    Tunic is truly a masterpiece of game design: a modern day Zelda with all the complexity it needs to thrive with gamers today. If you like running around a beautiful fantasy land, sword fighting fantasy baddies, or translating ancient languages, Tunic will have something for you to sink your teeth into. If you haven't already, I'd highly recommend picking this foxy little gem up.
    Read full review
  3. Oyungezer
    Jun 26, 2022
    85
    If you were looking for a foxy answer to the question "What would happen if Zelda was a Soulslike?" (I don't know why you're looking in a foxy way), you found it.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »