Tunic

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 406 Ratings

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

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  1. apokalipto
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Lynrev
    Jun 9, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Zelda Like i wouldve gone for a 6/10 without the enigma behind the second ending , great artistic direction , my main problem is with the ennemies and bosses wich i rarely found interesting which is pretty important in a game of this genre… Expand
  6. Frost_Cube
    Jun 6, 2023
    8
    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.
  7. 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.
  8. abisis
    Mar 17, 2023
    6
    I am thankfull that this game allowed me to experience the FEZ vibe of understanding a cryptic language in a mysterious world.

    However, I didn't enjoy any other aspect of the game. The zelda like progression is tedious and I had to frequently check the wiki for ordinary paths after minutes of looking for them because of the perspective. There is far too little item and attacks diversity    I am thankfull that this game allowed me to experience the FEZ vibe of understanding a cryptic language in a mysterious world.

    However, I didn't enjoy any other aspect of the game. The zelda like progression is tedious and I had to frequently check the wiki for ordinary paths after minutes of looking for them because of the perspective. There is far too little item and attacks diversity to feel like your character is progressing as an adventurer.
    The graphics are alright but also very bland. The music is elevator-worthy at it's best. Some plot twist seem to be foreshadowed however there is no plot to twist.

    Also don't get me started on the dark souls mechanics and difficulty. I clearly don't want to suffer them for the mediocrity of the game after the first 5 hours.    … Expand
  9. Dyldom
    Mar 8, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tunic successfully manages to capture the nostalgic feeling of playing an early adventure game from your childhood, unfortunately often including the hours of wandering aimless searching for a way to progress forward. The idea of a metroidvania in which knowledge and understanding are your new tools is great in theory, but Tunic’s subpar combat and confusing progression get in the way of it being genuinely special.… Expand
  10. Leo_Manzano
    Mar 4, 2023
    8
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  11. 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.
  12. KeremG
    Feb 26, 2023
    0
    I have problems with save bases in this game. I might die once or twice when I encounter a new enemy type, they should take that into account. But it's a waste of time and money to have to cross a long road and pass a few minor enemies every time I die. Other than that, it has a nice atmosphere and game dynamics.
  13. Faksnap1000
    Feb 7, 2023
    7
    Don't really understand the hype, but it's a not too bad. Let's hope Nintendo can show us again some day how it's really done.
  14. nicolas9010
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    Impressive game. Zelda + Dark Souls that is the summary of the game. Maybe the only negative aspect is you can get lost in some points.
  15. 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
  16. xellos81
    Jan 23, 2023
    6
    I'm kinda disappointed by this game
    I wish to have the developer in person to tell him to calm down
    There's really no need to "grout" this unbalanced game with absurdly cryptic riddles
    This game could have been awesome... but
    + feeling the 1990 era
    + structure
    - movements
    - useless crazy riddles
    - battle system
    - too hard
  17. MikComposer
    Jan 20, 2023
    6
    I was excited to try it out since it was announced, and finally got it via Game Pass, and I thought I'll like this game, but I didn't. Kudos to the solo dev for releasing it and in a good state: runs smoothly, has nice graphics, and good however bland sound. Unfortunately it has game design issues that make it not fun to play. Due to graphics the world doesn't give you right cues aboutI was excited to try it out since it was announced, and finally got it via Game Pass, and I thought I'll like this game, but I didn't. Kudos to the solo dev for releasing it and in a good state: runs smoothly, has nice graphics, and good however bland sound. Unfortunately it has game design issues that make it not fun to play. Due to graphics the world doesn't give you right cues about possible paths. Sure there should be secret paths, but in general main paths should be easy to recognise. Next problem is the world layout feels chaotic, disorientating and doesn't flow. Finally controls and combat feels sluggish and isn't fun, and the stamina makes it even more tedious. A similar Zelda inspired game with way way better combat and design in general was HOB which I recommend over this one.… Expand
  18. 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
  19. Jgitw
    Nov 17, 2022
    2
    This could have been good if it weren't for the unwanted, incongruous Souls influence. The difficulty options are a mess, even after a patch. The combat feels too loose to demand proper precision and timing. A bad game, IMO.
  20. Crimson9
    Dec 24, 2022
    6
    I want to give this a higher score, but its hard to do so. Its an interesting game though, a mix of Souls, Zelda, and Metroidvania.

    The Souls influence is present, but quite light. In an era where people associate difficulty with Souls games, I can see why people may think so. But there isn't much souls dna here apart from the fact that it is mildly above average difficulty. Dying has    I want to give this a higher score, but its hard to do so. Its an interesting game though, a mix of Souls, Zelda, and Metroidvania.

    The Souls influence is present, but quite light. In an era where people associate difficulty with Souls games, I can see why people may think so. But there isn't much souls dna here apart from the fact that it is mildly above average difficulty. Dying has very little consequence though, unlike Souls. The combat is largely Zelda/Metroidvania, not Souls.

    One thing that is quite nice is the exploration and level design. However... it is also a bit disappointing. The game gives some degree of nonlinearity, but since certain levels require certain items, there is also a set way to tackle almost every part of the game. The level design is okay, but rarely mind blowing, and also its easy to not be able to see where you have to go simply from the perspective. Very annoying. Checkpoints are somewhat rare, which is nice, but the overall levels are small, and keep this from feeling like a grand adventure. I get it though, its an indie game.

    Ultimately the only thing that makes this game quite cool and unique is the guide book. Its a very cool idea and brave in an era of everyone using game guides and whining about not getting all the info right away.    … Expand
  21. ErayTellezi
    Dec 20, 2022
    7
    Indie oyun yapımcılarının soulslike oyunlara gömülmeleri beni sıktı artık. Souls oyunları emek isteyen, dikkat ve sabır isteyen oyunlardır. Karşılığında da size harika keşif hissi, müthiş atmosfer, üst düzey bir combat keyfi ve tatmin hissi verir. Ancak indie oyunlar çoğu zaman bunları bu seviyede veremiyor. O zaman da oyuna harcadığım emek daha çok gözüme batar hale geliyor.

    Tunic de    Indie oyun yapımcılarının soulslike oyunlara gömülmeleri beni sıktı artık. Souls oyunları emek isteyen, dikkat ve sabır isteyen oyunlardır. Karşılığında da size harika keşif hissi, müthiş atmosfer, üst düzey bir combat keyfi ve tatmin hissi verir. Ancak indie oyunlar çoğu zaman bunları bu seviyede veremiyor. O zaman da oyuna harcadığım emek daha çok gözüme batar hale geliyor.

    Tunic de bunlardan biri. Harita yok, nereye gideceğin, ne yapacağın belli değil, mekaniklerin çoğunu kendin keşfetmen gerekiyor. Abidik gubidik bir defter var, sayfalarını buldukça lafta bize yardımcı olması gerekiyor ama hiçbir şey anlaşılmıyor. Hangi item'ın ne işe yaradığı belli değil. El yordamıyla oyun oynuyoruz. Birçok defa youtube'a bakmak zorunda kaldım.

    İşin tuhafı oyun kötü değil, hatta bir yere kadar iyi de. Oyunun sonuna kadar yeni mekanikler ve skiller ekleniyor. Boss savaşları, düşman çeşitliliği, onlara yaklaşımdaki tedirginlik hissi gayet yerinde. Ama bu kadar kasmaya, insanı yormaya gerek var mı, bence yok. Combat mekaniği problemli, bazen düşmana çok yakın olmana rağmen vuramıyorsun. Kamera açısı da hiç yardımcı olmuyor.

    Neticede kötü olmayan ama bence oyunu yapay şekilde zorlaştırmanın kurbanı olan bir oyun olmuş.    … Expand
  22. Niceandunaware
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    This game is a beautiful masterpiece of world design and music. There are some issues with difficulty spikes, world progression/ exploration, due to the way the tutorial functions in game but all of these are by design decisions from the developer. Honestly I loved the game because it didn’t spoon feed you directions and made you explore and try out different things in order to progress.This game is a beautiful masterpiece of world design and music. There are some issues with difficulty spikes, world progression/ exploration, due to the way the tutorial functions in game but all of these are by design decisions from the developer. Honestly I loved the game because it didn’t spoon feed you directions and made you explore and try out different things in order to progress.

    This one of my most enjoyable gaming experiences in years, and I felt like a kid again with my snes trying to find all of the secrets hidden around the world.    … Expand
  23. Raegnir
    Dec 2, 2022
    3
    Literally a mobile game, unplayable with keyboard, disgustingly bad controls, guaranteed waste of time at least 5 hours wandering around figuring out what to do and where to go. Just don't waste your precious time with this crap mobile game.
  24. redwarriorktf
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    A mix of two of my favourite games. DarkSouls and Zelda. Looks beautiful, plays wonderful.cpuld not recommend more
  25. Lukers
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    Quite possibly one of my favorite games ever. The puzzles the world and the sense of discovery makes this game amazing and rewarding. People say that the combat was bad, but I had no problems and loved the combat as well as the enemies and huge bosses. This game kept me enthralled the whole time and is a must play.
  26. manujm23
    Nov 3, 2022
    0
    de los peores juegos que he visto en mi vida, es una copia barata de zelda, no lo recomiendo, si podeis ahorraros el dinero en esta basura hacedlo
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. bokarsh-z
    Jul 30, 2022
    5
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    only worth 20 dollar
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    -difficulty: challenging game.
    -rebitive combat, expensive and confusing back tracking lvl designs.
    -best part was challenging bosses and the manual.
  30. 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.
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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.
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  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.
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  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.
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