Tacoma

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. PlayStation LifeStyle
    May 8, 2018
    90
    All I can say is that is has aged well, attacks concepts like human will and capitalism on angles that seem fresh in 2018, and remains a must play for those willing to set aside a few hours of their time to experience some very fine, challenging work within the video game medium.
  2. IGN Spain
    May 8, 2018
    85
    An excellent narrative adventure game that loses the surprise factor of Gone Home but still manages to be interesting and entertaining.
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 5, 2018
    80
    Though Tacoma's crew inhabit a far flung future with problems to match, I found myself believing in their relationships. [Issue#150, p.90]
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  5. SpazioGames
    May 14, 2018
    80
    The PS4 version of Tacoma doesn't add anything new to the PC and Xbox One ones, and thus is still a compelling and emotional journey to the space that we strongly recommend you take.
  6. Push Square
    May 8, 2018
    80
    With Gone Home representing a key moment in gaming, Tacoma had plenty of potential to suffer from so called "second album syndrome". While it never manages to hit the same emotional highs – or lows – as its predecessor, it still stands out from the crowd, mainly through the implementation of some nicely interactive AR scenes to deliver its key story moments. While there are certainly other complaints you could level at Tacoma – such as its rigid linearity and how it occasionally falls into genre clichés – these can be easily forgotten as developer Fullbright once again proves where its strengths lie: with down-to-earth characters and thought-provoking storytelling.
  7. DualShockers
    May 8, 2018
    75
    Tacoma‘s three-hour span was a delightful experience, and I can see myself booting it up once or twice more to comb through the space station.
  8. PlayStation Universe
    May 8, 2018
    75
    Tacoma has a heart all its own, exploring a myriad of themes and advocating for the human condition, but the branches that sprout from the tree rarely bear fruit. Still, the growth is wonderful, even without that sweet taste you so long for.
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  1. The Jimquisition
    May 9, 2018
    Tacoma is Fullbright’s latest interactive drama. It’s in space and it’s pretty okay.

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#85 Best PS4 Game of 2018

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 29
  3. Negative: 7 out of 29
  1. R3bbit
    Aug 21, 2023
    7
    A dystopian future, were 60% of the earths population now belong to a certain community. A capitalistic corporation makes the decision toA dystopian future, were 60% of the earths population now belong to a certain community. A capitalistic corporation makes the decision to erase this said community due to lack of procreation (diminishing population = lower client base = lower profits) and at the same time take out the balance of the crew who are extremely inept at their jobs and have unionist (communist) loyalties.

    This results in one of the two parties getting cancelled!!!

    Ok....the above is perhaps not exactly what happens.

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    Interesting, short, easy platinum and surprising mystery all in one package.

    If you can wade through the agenda and have got 2-3 hours it will not be wasted. Reading and listening to all the additional snippets will fill out the story and conditions greatly.    … Full Review »
  2. marick333
    Jun 25, 2023
    6
    Tacoma is a visually striking narrative game developed by Fullbright. Set aboard a deserted space station in 2088, it tells a captivatingTacoma is a visually striking narrative game developed by Fullbright. Set aboard a deserted space station in 2088, it tells a captivating short story through interactive augmented reality recordings. The visuals are remarkable, immersing players in a futuristic world. However, the game suffers from occasional crashes and low FPS on the main menu, which can hamper the overall experience. Despite these technical issues, Tacoma's character development is commendable, with well-written dialogue and believable personalities. It leaves a lasting impression, despite its flaws.… Full Review »
  3. Southernhammer
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    Absolutely loved it. It's a short experience but has a lot of charm and kept me hooked
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