Tearaway

 PlayStation Vita
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Nov 22, 2013
User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 475 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 415 out of 475
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 475
  3. Negative: 25 out of 475
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  1. loadstone007
    Jan 5, 2014
    10
    Phenomenal game that truly deserves a perfect 10. Iota is adorable and so fun to play, the visuals and music are top class and the story is very unique and amusing. A must for every Vita owner.
  2. Erroneus
    Dec 15, 2013
    10
    If you own a Vita, you have to own this game! Yes it's that good and it's almost reason enough to buy a Vita, if you don't have a Vita.

    Tearaway is a brilliant platformer, which really takes advantage of the hardware in Vita. It's not a kids game, but it can be played by kids and adults, just like eg. Mario for the Nintendo platforms. It is without doubt one of the best handheld games I    If you own a Vita, you have to own this game! Yes it's that good and it's almost reason enough to buy a Vita, if you don't have a Vita.

    Tearaway is a brilliant platformer, which really takes advantage of the hardware in Vita. It's not a kids game, but it can be played by kids and adults, just like eg. Mario for the Nintendo platforms. It is without doubt one of the best handheld games I have ever played and hands down the best handheld game of 2013.    … Expand
  3. powersackers
    Dec 31, 2013
    10
    A true joy to play. Takes full advantage of the PS Vita features such as it's cameras and rear touch pad. Played the first two levels right next to my 10 year old as a sort of bed time story last night for both of us. Beautiful, fun, engaging. What more could you ask for in a game?
  4. Compozer
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    Tearaway is everything a video games should be. It's unique, innovative, charming, and overall brilliant. This game alone is worth purchasing the Vita for.
  5. Mattyice
    Nov 28, 2013
    10
    Media Molecule has done it again. Tearaway is utter brilliance. The story is cute, the art style is fantastic, and the game also utilizes all of the vitas features in a good way. This game is definitely in the class with all of the little big planet games that Media Molecule created prior to this game. While, in my opinion, Killzone: Mercenary is still the best vita game out there, this isMedia Molecule has done it again. Tearaway is utter brilliance. The story is cute, the art style is fantastic, and the game also utilizes all of the vitas features in a good way. This game is definitely in the class with all of the little big planet games that Media Molecule created prior to this game. While, in my opinion, Killzone: Mercenary is still the best vita game out there, this is another masterpiece for vita and a must buy for the young, old, and young at heart. This may be the vitas system seller along with Killzone.… Expand
  6. Lost_Hero9
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    Quite possibly, one of the best handheld games I've ever played! It's as if you're involved in the game somehow with the many features on the Vita. A very unique creative game that even makes Nintendo games look pale compared to Tearaway. I highly recommend this! Money well spent. Kudos to media molecules
  7. Filipes
    Dec 28, 2013
    10
    It should have a chapter in every book about creativity and design. Exploring and wandering around the world of Tearaway is pure joy and this time you will be part of the story also.
  8. Aliothale
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    I could sit here and write a million words on how Tearaway is a great game and how Media Molecule has changed my perspective of gaming.. Or I could simply let you know that money does indeed buy happiness. For $35.99 on the PlayStation store, you can indeed buy happiness by purchasing this game.
  9. benji232
    Dec 28, 2013
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. One of the best platformers of 2013. Flawless. Every vita owners should buy this game. It is truly unique in it's genre. From it's level design to the atmosphere to the graphics, it really is an experience that you can't afford to miss. Especially if you like platforming and puzzle games.
  10. AnFernal
    Aug 31, 2014
    10
    One of the best platform game I ever play. The game has an excelent use os Vita gimmicks, the gameplay is fluid and responsive. This is a game to have in the game library.
  11. knox140
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    Got a Vita just to play this! It was so worth it. If you do own a Vita, you owe it to yourself to play this game :D Really charming characters, world, art style, and it's really fun.
  12. NotSoCasualGamr
    Dec 1, 2013
    10
    This game is a piece of art. Among the few truly great exclusive titles on the Vita, Wipeout 2048, Uncharted GA, Killzone Mercenary, Tearaway is something special. Instead of creating a regular 3d world Media Molecule created a living, breathing paper world. Every single detail in this game makes the experience a pleasure. A must own title for anyone who can appreciate a charming gameThis game is a piece of art. Among the few truly great exclusive titles on the Vita, Wipeout 2048, Uncharted GA, Killzone Mercenary, Tearaway is something special. Instead of creating a regular 3d world Media Molecule created a living, breathing paper world. Every single detail in this game makes the experience a pleasure. A must own title for anyone who can appreciate a charming game that provides a experience off the beaten pass of fps et. a.… Expand
  13. Gorguts666
    Nov 25, 2013
    10
    I'll keep this review short and sweet (just like this game). MM have really done it this time, this game is so full of life and wonder I can barely stand it. An entire world hand crafted out of paper! the art direction is the best i've ever seen, the graphics are a joy to behold, and the platforming mini games paper-crafting was so fun i could barely put it down! The game itself is aI'll keep this review short and sweet (just like this game). MM have really done it this time, this game is so full of life and wonder I can barely stand it. An entire world hand crafted out of paper! the art direction is the best i've ever seen, the graphics are a joy to behold, and the platforming mini games paper-crafting was so fun i could barely put it down! The game itself is a somewhat short affair being around 10 hours to complete, but in this games case it really works for it. I started my second play through the second i beat the game, and for a portable only title i think that says a lot.… Expand
  14. BrownNote
    Dec 24, 2013
    10
    Unbelievably creative game. This reminded me of why I love gaming for that feeling of awe and joy when being surprised by something new and wonderful. I really can't think of a gamer that wouldn't love this game, and I think it's a great reason to get a Vita if you don't already have one you won't find this experience anywhere else.
  15. C3realkillah
    Dec 21, 2013
    10
    I felt like writing this review simply because I have never in my twenty years of gaming experienced anything like this! This game cost me more excitement an awe then any game I've played. Media molecule have created a game that is truly extraordinarily fantastic on all fronts. I've never really cared for little big planet. Not that I think it's bad just I never really got into it butI felt like writing this review simply because I have never in my twenty years of gaming experienced anything like this! This game cost me more excitement an awe then any game I've played. Media molecule have created a game that is truly extraordinarily fantastic on all fronts. I've never really cared for little big planet. Not that I think it's bad just I never really got into it but tearaway I feel totally different. This game is made for creativity more so than little big planet. Even though I only played the demo I know what I'm talking about. The fact that you actually become a part of the game drawn into the world of tearaway is truly breathtaking and unique. I really love this game it's a wonderful experience and well worth the time and money. I truly hope everyone would give this game a chance to see how great it really is. Creativity and imagination has led this game in triumphant. Outstanding job media molecule.… Expand
  16. Zillmerian
    Mar 9, 2014
    10
    I'm only a relatively new Vita owner, and I got Tearway with the package I bought...and I'm so glad I did. Tearaway is utterly awesome. At first it took a while for me to get used to using a Vita, but once you are into it, Tearaway uses it to perfection - and from what I've been told, better than any other Vita game out there. The gameplay is very smooth, with only very short loadI'm only a relatively new Vita owner, and I got Tearway with the package I bought...and I'm so glad I did. Tearaway is utterly awesome. At first it took a while for me to get used to using a Vita, but once you are into it, Tearaway uses it to perfection - and from what I've been told, better than any other Vita game out there. The gameplay is very smooth, with only very short load times, and the graphics and music are fantastic. It's simple enough that everyone should be able to finish it in 10hrs or so, but also challenging enough if you like to chase trophies and want to go for Platinum. But what really makes Tearaway great is the storyline and integration with the player themselves. Despite not saying a single word, you can't help but fall in love with Iota by the end of the game and without giving anything away, the ending is spot on. In summary, if you own a PS Vita, there is no question about it, YOU MUST PLAY TEARAWAY!… Expand
  17. Puporing
    Dec 12, 2013
    10
    Media molecule once again creates a world that is charming and magical, achieved with such simple style. Going along this paper craft adventure made me feel like a child once again. Vita elements were effectively used throughout the game and gave a very interactive experience. The story itself although seemingly simplistic, was rather a heartwarming experience by including the player intoMedia molecule once again creates a world that is charming and magical, achieved with such simple style. Going along this paper craft adventure made me feel like a child once again. Vita elements were effectively used throughout the game and gave a very interactive experience. The story itself although seemingly simplistic, was rather a heartwarming experience by including the player into the game. Hopefully it will also spark the creative side in you.… Expand
  18. mandrilo01
    Nov 27, 2013
    10
    This is truly impressive! i never been really on platform games, usually an rpg or fps fan. But this is a game made for the Vita and that only can work on the Vita. Really creative use of the mini-console capabilities: camera, rear and front touch panels....The action is fun and the graphics are charming and artistic. Probably one of the best game in the year on every platform. A lessonThis is truly impressive! i never been really on platform games, usually an rpg or fps fan. But this is a game made for the Vita and that only can work on the Vita. Really creative use of the mini-console capabilities: camera, rear and front touch panels....The action is fun and the graphics are charming and artistic. Probably one of the best game in the year on every platform. A lesson about how to work out PS VITA potential… Expand
  19. backInBone
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    This game shows what PS Vita is capable of and what Vita game is meant to be. It's absolutely fun and keeps surprising me from the beginning to the end. Shame that I didn't discover this game until it's free for PS+ members. The only thing not so good is that I can't control the camera all the time at my will.
  20. ZombieSteven12
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    Much like LittleBigPlanet, Media Molecule shows their full creativity with Tearaway. As a platformer, it succeeds. The papercraft visuals and the nice soundtrack complement this game very well. This is a gem that shines bright like Sony Japan Studio's The Puppeteer. This is a must own title and should not be passed up any Vita owner.
  21. RiZeBeastPS3
    Dec 23, 2013
    10
    This game is just amazing! I'm 23 years old and I still think this game is one of the best handheld games ever created. The world is just beautiful, and literally everything is made out of paper! You can't possibly get bored since Tearaway uses EVERY single feature of the Vita. I strongly recommend you to buy a vita for this game cause trust me, you'll love it.
  22. Woody_sk
    Dec 2, 2013
    10
    This game is really something, its an adventure you never saw before. Made on a full paper engine(i mean it) this game not only looks beautiful but plays realy fantastic, i enjoyed every second of this game, i was taken away with his story i was shocked from the graphic and i was crying when i came to the story ending. This game should be under every christmas tree for players that love anThis game is really something, its an adventure you never saw before. Made on a full paper engine(i mean it) this game not only looks beautiful but plays realy fantastic, i enjoyed every second of this game, i was taken away with his story i was shocked from the graphic and i was crying when i came to the story ending. This game should be under every christmas tree for players that love an adventure and cute story telling, Only bad think about this game is a short gameplay, the games is long about 6 hours but it give us the best 6 hours of our life. This is 2013 I MUST HAVE TITLE. I love mario, zelda, jax, ratchet, but this game was really something thats is made only once in a decade.… Expand
  23. Visiblemode
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    This game is nothing short of magical. I find a feeling of an amazing calm come over me when I play Tearaway. To me, this is one of the classic games of this whole generation. Incredible!
  24. Sizerlokz
    Dec 30, 2013
    10
    This game is simply amazing! The creativity is amazing and I love how it uses all the ps vita features. This game is with out a doubt the best handheld game of the year and so far the best game on the vita. This game adventurous creative and beautifully colorful fun. I haven't stop playing this game since I got it. This game keeps on surprising you as you go and is overall a perfect gameThis game is simply amazing! The creativity is amazing and I love how it uses all the ps vita features. This game is with out a doubt the best handheld game of the year and so far the best game on the vita. This game adventurous creative and beautifully colorful fun. I haven't stop playing this game since I got it. This game keeps on surprising you as you go and is overall a perfect game in my opinion. Fun and can be replayed over and over and never get dull. If you have a ps vita and don't have this game you might as well not have a vita. Get it!… Expand
  25. Blly
    Dec 1, 2013
    10
    Tearaway is everything a video games should be. It's unique, innovative, charming, and overall brilliant mediamolecule makes the most creative games too bad
    People don't give them enough credit
  26. Ateam043
    Jan 1, 2014
    10
    This game despite being "for all ages" and by that I mean usually built for kids. It's so addicting I can't put it down. I absolutely love the "paper craft" that you can print, gives extra activities I can do with my son.
  27. 1337Reviewer
    Dec 5, 2013
    10
    This game is incredibly fun and addicting on the PS Vita! The control scheme takes advantage of the Vita's extra functions like the touch pad and camera. Graphics are really good and artistic. You won't regret this purchase! 10/10 for me
  28. Flockhand
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    This game is so charm and awesome. It gives you smile to your face and happiness into you. The paper word is amazingly done in this game. I don't understand how someone could give lower mark than 10 for this awesome peace of gaming industry
  29. bgutmeir
    Nov 26, 2013
    10
    was never a huge fan of littlebigplanet but this game is ace, highly recommended to any vita owners. it might actually be my favorite game of the year
  30. Inryoku
    May 1, 2014
    10
    This is what I call being really innovative. Everything from its artstyle, gameplay and the narrative is something I've never experienced before in my 16 years of gaming. This game is charming, it controls perfectly and in a way never done before by controlling the world utilising every feature the Vita has to offer, has stunning environments and music fitting to all places you'll get to.This is what I call being really innovative. Everything from its artstyle, gameplay and the narrative is something I've never experienced before in my 16 years of gaming. This game is charming, it controls perfectly and in a way never done before by controlling the world utilising every feature the Vita has to offer, has stunning environments and music fitting to all places you'll get to. The tearaway.me feature makes collecting the character models by making photos of them worthwhile and transports the world of Tearaway directly into your house by letting you download models of most of the handmade things in the game. The only downsides to this game are the lack of challenge and the short length of the game, which pale in comparison to the pros. This game is a must-have for every Vita owner!!!… Expand
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#4 Best PS Vita Game of 2013
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#7 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2013

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 82
  3. Negative: 0 out of 82
  1. Thunderbolt
    Mar 21, 2014
    60
    Tearaway may not be the best first-party game currently available on the Vita, but it certainly is beautiful, ambitious and worth a look, if you’re willing to weather the foibles mentioned above.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 3, 2014
    85
    At its best, Tearaway is a wonderful celebration of Vita's creative potential. [January 2014, p74]
  3. GameCritics
    Jan 28, 2014
    95
    I enjoyed every minute of it, and it's rare to find something that radiates as much pure joy as this does. I can't say enough good things about it.
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