Tarot: Theo's Quest

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Tarot: Theo's Quest is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Appa's Papas and was released on May 25, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Embark on a quest of self discovery in this card-based adventure RPG! Complete your Tarot deck, read people's future with taromancy, and use your powers over the elements to solve environmental puzzles. Summon your spirit and duel other witches in turn-based combat. Will you discover yourself?

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and innovative tarot card-based combat system that is both fun and challenging.
It has a beautiful art style and a thoughtful storyline that focuses on personal growth rather than a typical hero's quest.
The game is LGBTQI+ friendly and offers a casual yet engaging experience with relaxing music and well-developed characters.

The combat can be time-consuming, although most fights are optional.
Switching between elemental powers during puzzles can feel less smooth.
Some players found the environmental puzzles to be a bit lacking in execution.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its refreshing approach, focusing on personal discovery rather than a grand quest to save the world. Players appreciate the game's beautiful 2D art and the engaging tarot-themed narrative, which features a variety of interesting characters and a polished presentation. Overall, the storyline is described as sweet and enjoyable, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
- “I really liked the story and that we were not on some huge quest to save the world or anything; we were just finding ourselves on our journey.”
- “This is a gorgeous game with a very sweet storyline.”
- “I have been interested in taromancy as a subject in the past, and found it interesting that this game literally has a mystical realness in the story and even the combat.”
- “The player embarks on a tarot-themed quest, meeting all sorts of characters along the way.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Gameplay is characterized by accessible mechanics that offer a moderate challenge, particularly during battles when card selection may not align with player strategy. The intentional design of the narrative and mechanics suggests a thoughtful approach to the game's art style and genre.
- “I wasn't quite sure what to expect from this art style and genre, but it seems that everything has been thoughtfully considered and intentionally designed in the narrative and mechanics of the game.”
- “The mechanics were easy enough to pick up, but slightly challenging in battle when I didn't get the cards I wanted.”
- “Wasn't quite sure what to expect from this art style and genre, but it seems things have been meditated on and done intentionally in the narrative and mechanics of the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as relaxing, enhancing the overall experience of the simple point-and-click adventure and its world-building elements. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, particularly the card-dueling system.
- “It is a simple point-and-click adventure with relaxing music and a decently complex card-dueling system.”
- “Enjoying the music and world-building.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's graphics feature a thoughtfully crafted art style that aligns well with its narrative and mechanics, suggesting a deliberate design choice that enhances the overall experience.
- “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
- “Every environment is meticulously designed, making exploration a visual delight.”