Tails Of Iron

 Xbox Series X
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 3 out of 21

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. UnturnedAntics
    Oct 7, 2021
    8
    This game is an amazing surprise every inch of the game is detailed to perfection I love the finisher moves on bosses and the story is good. I haven't played anything like this in a while, a dark grimey world of rats vs slimy toads. the characters are very good no complaints from that the only gripe is the combat in many places I feel like I'm locked and cant attack back while I'm gettingThis game is an amazing surprise every inch of the game is detailed to perfection I love the finisher moves on bosses and the story is good. I haven't played anything like this in a while, a dark grimey world of rats vs slimy toads. the characters are very good no complaints from that the only gripe is the combat in many places I feel like I'm locked and cant attack back while I'm getting hit it also feels very clunky. but the game is so mesmerizing by the detail I love it you can really tell they put heart into it. 8/10 Just a few gripes… Expand
  2. tiago1243
    Dec 22, 2022
    7
    llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
  3. Woozer62
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Really good game, from gameplay (2D soulslike metroidvania) to artistic direction
  4. Mafia55
    Apr 29, 2022
    9
    I haven't finished the game yet but I have played it now for about 6 hours and so far I'm really enjoying it, the combat is challenging to begin with which isn't a bad thing and once you learn all the combat mechanics the fights become a kind dance with attacking, blocking, parrying, and dodging or jumping depending on the enemies attacks. As you progress you get better weapons and armorI haven't finished the game yet but I have played it now for about 6 hours and so far I'm really enjoying it, the combat is challenging to begin with which isn't a bad thing and once you learn all the combat mechanics the fights become a kind dance with attacking, blocking, parrying, and dodging or jumping depending on the enemies attacks. As you progress you get better weapons and armor which can make a good difference especially weapons, there is carrying weight to think about as well so you are always on the lookout for the right balance which adds another layer to you decision making. Story is cool/cute and I also enjoyed it. update I just finished the game and my thoughts are still the same this is a very enjoyable game for sure, while not heavy on platforming the game is really about combat and it is really really good some boss fights would take me 5-10 tries but each time I lost I learnt something and it was very rewarding to beat them especially the last boss. It is cheap because it isn't a very long game but as long as it is quality that is what matters to me. If you are Interested in what you have read then please go and give it a try I'm sure that once you learn to fight in a more strategic way you will see the beauty in this cool little game.… Expand
  5. Ridak
    Apr 13, 2023
    8
    really cool art design, weapon variations are insane, bosses are above average.

Awards & Rankings

15
#15 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
62
#62 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. XboxAddict
    Oct 8, 2021
    82
    While it may not be as tough as others in the genre, I did enjoy most of my time with Tails of Iron. The constant backtracking along with forced “side” quests really felt like padded hours onto Redgi’s adventure, and this is where it started to tire. When I was progressing my main adventure I was wanting to continually play, but having to go back and forth through the same areas a half dozen times became tiresome. Even so, Tails of Iron will last you roughly 10 hours and you can tell it was designed and created with heart and has a lot of charm to it.
    Read full review
  2. Generación Xbox
    Oct 5, 2021
    83
    The indie developer Odd Bug Studio brings us Tails of Iron, a perfect combination of an RPG and souls like adventure that is a true gem not to be missed in 2021.
    Read full review
  3. ZTGD
    Sep 27, 2021
    80
    I really enjoyed my time with Tails of Iron, it had a very mature story to tell wrapped up in a charming yet dark world. The clever use of communication between the creatures while using ‘Geralt’ for narration duties is definitely one of my highlights from this game. While I am not a fan of the ridiculously named ‘Souls-Borne’ genre, there was so much to love about Tails of Iron that it was easy to overlook. Sure, the combat was very difficult but who doesn’t like a challenge; I just hope we get to see more from Redgi and his brothers in the future.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »