Tharsis

 PlayStation 4
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 18
  3. Negative: 5 out of 18

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  1. FriedConsole
    Jan 16, 2016
    8
    This game is like a cross between FTL and Yahtzee. The "tutorial" is a collection of a few tool tips that doesn't explain 10% of the game. Luckily it isn't that complicated that after 4 or 5 attempts it starts to click. Once you do understand what is going on you realize your pass or fail is mostly determined by random draws. Random events are brutal and the game seems almost impossibleThis game is like a cross between FTL and Yahtzee. The "tutorial" is a collection of a few tool tips that doesn't explain 10% of the game. Luckily it isn't that complicated that after 4 or 5 attempts it starts to click. Once you do understand what is going on you realize your pass or fail is mostly determined by random draws. Random events are brutal and the game seems almost impossible even on normal. Very much like Klondike solitaire in that sometimes you draw a hand that is impossible no matter what you do. Everything about it is pleasing to the eyes. An undo button on dice placement would be very much welcome. Still very addicting and I keep trying despite never reaching the end of this game.… Expand
  2. robottoman
    Mar 11, 2016
    8
    Lots of reviews claimed this game is just luck and randomness. After seeing the mechanics in action I was sceptical this was the case and decided to try it out, and I can assure you skill and strategy plays a huge roll. Although I had to try more than 10 times before beating the game (and it did feel very unfair at the beginning), I am now able to consistently win without much trouble. TheLots of reviews claimed this game is just luck and randomness. After seeing the mechanics in action I was sceptical this was the case and decided to try it out, and I can assure you skill and strategy plays a huge roll. Although I had to try more than 10 times before beating the game (and it did feel very unfair at the beginning), I am now able to consistently win without much trouble. The core mechanics of the game is a lot of fun if you enjoy something like King of Tokyo. The game progression feels a lot like FTL, but progress feels slightly less rewarding (all steps and events are the same, the only difference is difficulty and size of impact). I think therein lies one of the problems with the game. From the first step you are exposed to all aspects of the game, nothing changes. The only thing to discover is a strategy that works. And while finding that strategy is challenging and lots of fun, once you have a solid strategy down it feels almost trivial. Presentation is very corny, the cut scenes and narratives are cringeworthy, but luckily they are skippable. Despite it's flaws if you are looking for a challenging game to scratch that FTL itch, this did it for me. With some very minor tweaks and an easy mode for casual players this could of been a cult classic.… Expand

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Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 16
  3. Negative: 2 out of 16
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Mar 7, 2016
    50
    Clumsy menus and the endless randomness quickly ensure the adventure is lost in space. [March 2016, p.88]
  2. PSNStores
    Feb 25, 2016
    70
    Each turn demands perfection, and if you are not refilling on food and repairing your hull, your ship just isn’t going to make it. Haven’t met such an unforgiving game in some time, things start out difficult and they only get worse (I lost by turn 3 sometimes). Watch some gameplay videos before jumping into this one.
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  3. Gamer.nl
    Feb 21, 2016
    65
    Tharsis offers a lots of frustration and excitement, but when it comes to explaining things Tharsis seems to be lacking. The gameplay is a tad repetitive and therefore gets boring swiftly. That is a pity, cause the playing the dice and the good buildup makes Tharsis an interesting game.
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