The Touryst

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 87 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 14 out of 87
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  1. DJ_Coco
    Nov 25, 2019
    8
    The game is very simple and rather short. If you want a lot of bang for your buck, this game isn't for you. However, The Touryst doesn't try to be an epic adventure. It's very scaled-back and its strength kind of lies in its simplicity.

    All the islands you visit are rather small in size. Your quests are easy to keep track of. And this makes for a very relaxing experience. Instead of    The game is very simple and rather short. If you want a lot of bang for your buck, this game isn't for you. However, The Touryst doesn't try to be an epic adventure. It's very scaled-back and its strength kind of lies in its simplicity.

    All the islands you visit are rather small in size. Your quests are easy to keep track of. And this makes for a very relaxing experience. Instead of getting lost in endless worlds, you can stop worrying about all the things the game still wants you to do, and just appreciate what's there. A lot of the stuff you'll find exploring has no special significance and just exists to put a smile on your face. It's a very relaxing game in that regard.

    The artstyle and music compliment the game perfectly. While the adventure won't last long, it will keep you entertained throughout, and the game really focuses on making your vacation as enjoyable as possible instead of stressing you out with all the things you gotta do still.

    I'm not going to go into any details about the game, because the game is best experienced by yourself. A lot of moments will surprise you.

    This game may not be for everyone, but it accomplishes what it sets out to do. Only a handful of moments hold this game back. Other than that, Shin'en once again proved that they can create great games even in genres they never tried before.    … Expand
  2. patomuchacho
    Nov 22, 2019
    8
    This game oozes charm. A relaxing vacation full of light platforming, puzzle solving, and taking photos. Or is it? There's more to the game than first appears, and layers upon layers unfold as you get deeper. Is it perfect? No. There are some frustrating moments in the latter half of the game where platforming and bosses just feel cruel. Considering the overall relaxing vibe of theThis game oozes charm. A relaxing vacation full of light platforming, puzzle solving, and taking photos. Or is it? There's more to the game than first appears, and layers upon layers unfold as you get deeper. Is it perfect? No. There are some frustrating moments in the latter half of the game where platforming and bosses just feel cruel. Considering the overall relaxing vibe of the game, it's a jarring experience the first time you encounter one of these events. But that doesn't detract from the atmosphere in total, and that doesn't change the fact that this game is good. Very good.… Expand
  3. rdekoch
    Nov 27, 2019
    8
    So fun that it’s hard to stop playing. It has so much variety and rewards exploration. A complete blast!
  4. nusco
    Dec 3, 2019
    8
    I don't know exactly why I enjoyed The Touryst so much. Maybe it's the gorgeous voxelized graphics, that strike a sweet spot between nostalgia and modern gloss. Maybe its charming retro feel, complete with naive dialogue that feels straight out of the 8-bit era. Matter of fact, I couldn't stop playing this little adventure until I'd beaten it.

    Be warned that The Touryst comes with a few    I don't know exactly why I enjoyed The Touryst so much. Maybe it's the gorgeous voxelized graphics, that strike a sweet spot between nostalgia and modern gloss. Maybe its charming retro feel, complete with naive dialogue that feels straight out of the 8-bit era. Matter of fact, I couldn't stop playing this little adventure until I'd beaten it.

    Be warned that The Touryst comes with a few issues. It includes some very frustrating sessions that feel like artificial difficulty, like the platforming rooms where you're prevented from rotating the camera. Also, it challenges you to complete 100% of the adventure, but pads it up with some minigames that feel cheap and not worth completing. However, it's hard not to forgive The Touryst's sins, when they come in such a neat little package.    … Expand
  5. Honest-Yan
    Jan 4, 2020
    9
    Fun game, looks nice too. I played the whole thing over a weekend, couldn't put it down. Some of the puzzles are frustratingly hard, mostly due to control issues and not the actual puzzles - otherwise it would be a 10. A bit like Zelda but with some original and interesting ideas. Also a bargain for 19.99
  6. Artrezd
    Nov 25, 2019
    9
    60FPS, 1080p - it looks great and runs perfectly. So far, the experience is very smooth and relaxing, there are several islands and there are quests on each of them. I'm not sure if this game offers any replayability and I hope they'll keep supporting the game. The main story consists of puzzles and platforming (sometimes frustrating), and there are sidequests like minigames, tasks, taking60FPS, 1080p - it looks great and runs perfectly. So far, the experience is very smooth and relaxing, there are several islands and there are quests on each of them. I'm not sure if this game offers any replayability and I hope they'll keep supporting the game. The main story consists of puzzles and platforming (sometimes frustrating), and there are sidequests like minigames, tasks, taking pictures, finding collectibles, etc.… Expand
  7. Profyt
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    Wow what an amazing gem of a game! It is so much fun!! haha- this game had me laughing from the moment i started playing it. Check it out if you want some lighthearted puzzle/platforming with tons of stuff to explore and discover.
  8. Pouxlaid
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Un jeu magnifique graphiquement, voir même époustouflant pour de la Switch Calme et reposant Laissez vous allez en jouant à ce jeu, un mélange de Mario Odyssey avec un air de Zelda BOTW Très variés, on ne s’ennuie jamais Il dégage quelque chose d’unique, introuvable dans les autres jeux, une OST magnifique .. Il est si mystérieux qu’on se laisse transporter dans ce monde très facilement UnUn jeu magnifique graphiquement, voir même époustouflant pour de la Switch Calme et reposant Laissez vous allez en jouant à ce jeu, un mélange de Mario Odyssey avec un air de Zelda BOTW Très variés, on ne s’ennuie jamais Il dégage quelque chose d’unique, introuvable dans les autres jeux, une OST magnifique .. Il est si mystérieux qu’on se laisse transporter dans ce monde très facilement Un des meilleurs jeu de l’Eshop voir indépendant tout court tout simplement, une invitation au voyage comme Journey Un must-have à faire absolument… Expand
  9. guileite
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    It's a great little game to pass the time on a long flight or a few hours after dinner. I loved how good the graphics looked, and how smooth the animation was at all times. Loading time was great. The puzzles were not very hard, but enough that you'd have to spend a little while thinking about them, making them just the right amount of fun. Hopefully there will be a sequel at some point.
  10. Filipes
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    This was a pleasant and joyful trip with exploring, platforming, puzzle solving, racing and photographing. All and all an adventure to remember ;-)
  11. Cubanero
    Jan 31, 2020
    9
    Very funny and fresh game. Nice music and story. It is a little bit short around 6-7 hours to 100% max.
  12. Tjalle
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Tolles kleines Game. Einzig die unpräzise Steuerung kann ab und an nerven.
  13. ryankirkuk
    Dec 27, 2019
    8
    Probably the most underrated game of the year on switch. Sadly flew under the radar of most. It's a short but sweet retro style adventure game. It's extremely short for the money but just the right amount of challenge, great performance and a tonne of charm!
  14. Lexeres
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Клёвая игра, 60 кадров, хоть графика и пиксельная - она офигенная, освещение классное. Прикольный сюжет, всякие мелочные детали в игре добавляют приятности в геймплей
  15. FoxyChalet
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    This game is a hybrid between adventure and platformer. It has a sort of mysterious feeling to it which is really fun for me, not a story exactly, but a fun little mystery. Your character looks like mario with a pornstache which is hilarious. No part of the game took me more than ten minutes (except the high arcade scores, and the mines which are completely optional). The platforming partsThis game is a hybrid between adventure and platformer. It has a sort of mysterious feeling to it which is really fun for me, not a story exactly, but a fun little mystery. Your character looks like mario with a pornstache which is hilarious. No part of the game took me more than ten minutes (except the high arcade scores, and the mines which are completely optional). The platforming parts are not as hard as everyone says. If you like mysterious stories like lost, or harry potter, or games like a hat in time, or psychonauts, I recommend this game.… Expand
  16. Beartank
    Mar 10, 2020
    10
    A very lovely game, a characteristic that is often overlooked. Puzzles that are challenging but not too tricky, a few tough arcade mini-games, but ultimately a relaxing game that you can complete in about 10 hours. A really great way to relax after a tricky day at work. Graphically beautiful and sweet characters. I will buy any sequel on day one.
  17. sakhile_
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    The Touryst is a beautiful well paced game that's not too easy and not too hard. It is weirdly relaxing and quickly puts a smile on your face.
  18. Za_Uvek
    Aug 2, 2021
    8
    This here is a game that is best played blind, as exploration and charm is the highlight of the game. With that in mind, I'll keep it short.

    The visuals are nice with the 3D blocky characters and environments. But what makes everything stand out is the lighting that really gives the environments that extra pop. And of course the sound/music is fitting for any type of indie title. With    This here is a game that is best played blind, as exploration and charm is the highlight of the game. With that in mind, I'll keep it short.

    The visuals are nice with the 3D blocky characters and environments. But what makes everything stand out is the lighting that really gives the environments that extra pop. And of course the sound/music is fitting for any type of indie title. With the art design aside, the game-play itself is adventure gaming at its purest. Simply explore, chat to characters, solve puzzles and enjoy a bunch of fun min-games. What makes this title such high quality is that you won't be bogged down by any complexity, but will always have a list of fun tasks to complete from start to end.

    Touryst really stands on it's own as a 3D adventure platformer. It is not hard by any means, but the fun of exploration and adventure will keep a smile on your face I'm sure.    … Expand
  19. Theopinionater
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    The Touryst is one of if not the best game i have ever played. I haven't really played anything quite like it. first of all its one of the best looking games on the switch with its crisp blocky characters and world and probably the best lighting effects on any game. its not the longest game i have ever played it took me about 9 hours to get 100%, but its the best 9 hours i have ever spentThe Touryst is one of if not the best game i have ever played. I haven't really played anything quite like it. first of all its one of the best looking games on the switch with its crisp blocky characters and world and probably the best lighting effects on any game. its not the longest game i have ever played it took me about 9 hours to get 100%, but its the best 9 hours i have ever spent on the switch. The fun but sometimes hard puzzles and platforming mixed with the games great mechanics and graphics, made me not want it to end, it doesn't have a very in depth story as well, but what you do get is really interesting and fun to me, running and jumping around different islands and monuments completing different side missions and parts of the story to check another thing of that to-do list to get closer to that desirable 100 percent, kept me coming back to squeeze as much as i can out of this game.
    i got this game on sale for i think around 4 quid but for £17.99 as a base price it is still an amazing game if your looking for a puzzle/platformer with stunning visuals and great controls and story.    … Expand

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#87 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#55 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. SECTOR.sk
    Nov 17, 2022
    80
    The Touryst won't let you relax. Instead, the developers have prepared for you a 5-hour story full of puzzles, challenges and even mini-games across 8 colorful environments.
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  2. TheSixthAxis
    Feb 24, 2020
    90
    The Touryst is an absolutely stellar action-adventure game that sends players on a whirlwind journey of mini-games, puzzle solving and scenic vistas all bundled in one of the most visually impressive engines to date on the Switch.
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  3. Gaming Age
    Jan 15, 2020
    91
    This is a fantastic, gorgeous experience, and if you have a Nintendo Switch, you should definitely give these islands a visit.
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