Tentacular
- February 22, 2023
- Firepunchd Games UG
- 5h median play time
Get your slimy appendages ready to grab this with all of your suction cups, because throwing shipping containers and launching rockets into space with your own hands has never been more fun.
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Get on PS Store"Tentacular" is a physics-based VR game that allows players to transform their hands into tentacles. The game features inventive mechanics and puzzles, immersing players in a unique underwater environment. Use your tentacles to interact with the world, solve puzzles, and uncover the mysteries of the depths.
PC
Playstation 5
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Oculus Rift
PlayStation
PlayStation VR2
Reviews
- Tentacular features a charming story with humor, drama, and engaging characters, making it a delightful experience for players of all ages.
- The game offers unique physics-based puzzles that utilize the tentacle mechanics creatively, providing a fun and immersive gameplay experience.
- With its cute art style and well-executed controls, Tentacular runs smoothly on various VR platforms, making it accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience.
- Some players find the precision required for certain puzzles frustrating, especially given the wobbly nature of the tentacle controls.
- Repetitive dialogue from characters during missions can be distracting and hinder gameplay, leading to annoyance.
- While the game is generally well-received, some missions can feel tedious or overly reliant on building mechanics, which may not appeal to all players.
- story43 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its quality, humor, and engaging plot twists, providing a mix of drama and social commentary that enhances the overall experience. While some players find certain missions frustrating, the narrative is generally described as charming and immersive, with memorable characters and a satisfying conclusion. Overall, the story adds depth to the gameplay, making it a standout feature for many players.
“I'm less than halfway through, so surprised that there's a quality story in this game with humor, drama, plot twists, and social commentary.”
“This game didn't need a story but it went the extra mile, truly moving.”
“Tentacular is a charming interactive experience with a cute story and engaging physics-based gameplay that’s fun for the entire family.”
“It's okay, the story made very little sense and the magnet puzzles were more annoying than fun.”
“One is the amount of repetitive rambling from the characters while you're doing missions.”
“The game is admittedly a bit linear and unless you are really having fun with the playground area, this is a one and done once you have finished the 5-7 hour story.”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky charm and clever integration into gameplay, with players enjoying funny character interactions and amusing physics-based mechanics. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to blend humor with engaging puzzles and a heartfelt story, making it both entertaining and immersive. Overall, the comedic elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal, providing a delightful experience that keeps players laughing.
“I'm less than halfway through, so surprised that there's a quality story in this game with humor, drama, plot twists, and social commentary.”
“Really incredible puzzle game that has a funny charming story and memorable characters whilst being fun to play and so immersive that you really somehow forget it's VR even if the concept of being a squid is ridiculously silly.”
“Don't be fooled by Tentacular's wacky looks, beneath its age-friendly exterior lies a crafty puzzle game with a great sense of humor that requires you as a player to work with the limitations of your massive kaiju body, but that doesn't mean you won't be amused enormously with the long tentacles and the powerful suction cups.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by unique and engaging mechanics that are not commonly found in VR, featuring creative puzzles and physics-based interactions. Players appreciate the charming story and the ability to manipulate objects with precision, contributing to a fun and family-friendly experience. The main campaign lasts around 8 hours, with additional side missions and an open sandbox mode to extend gameplay further.
“Really interesting story, fun gameplay, creative puzzles.”
“Tentacular is a charming interactive experience with a cute story and engaging physics-based gameplay that’s fun for the entire family.”
“The gameplay mechanics are... well, if they aren't unique to this game, they're certainly not overused in VR.”
“It took me approximately 8 hours to complete the main campaign, but there are side missions afterwards that extend the gameplay, as well as an open sandbox experience.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and cute art style that some may find a bit simplistic or cartoony, but many players appreciate its cozy aesthetic. While the graphics are generally well-received and visually appealing, options for customization are limited to basic settings like anti-aliasing and shadow quality. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's fun and humorous atmosphere.
“The art style, while quite basic, is really cute and definitely has its own charm.”
“Absolute delight to play, and cozy art style.”
“The story gave me many laughs, the challenges were as much fun as they were challenging, graphics looked amazing with no issues, and had a satisfying ending.”
“There aren't very many graphics options available, only anti-aliasing and shadow quality.”
“Some simple enough options, volume mixer sliders, height adjustment, dialog speed, and some basic graphic settings.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its charming visual style and immersive environments, reminiscent of model train displays, which evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth. Players find the experience surprisingly enjoyable and wholesome, contributing to an overall positive emotional connection with the game.
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it truly resonated with my own experiences.”
“The characters are so well-developed that I felt a genuine connection to their struggles and triumphs.”
“The game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, making every moment feel impactful.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its charm and enjoyment, contributing to the overall cute aesthetic alongside the graphics. Players appreciate the lively band in town, which adds a delightful touch to the gameplay experience, despite occasional frustrations with tasks.
“The little band in the town is one of my favorite parts; I like to pat them on the head while they play their music for me.”
“Overall, the graphics are really cute, the music is awesome, and the tasks are always fun - especially those where you can create your own solutions with magnets and all sorts of objects around you.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its sandbox elements and the ability to complete missions through various approaches, encouraging players to explore different strategies and experiences beyond the main storyline.
“The game is highly replayable due to its sandbox elements that allow players to explore beyond the main story and complete missions in various ways.”
“With multiple approaches to missions and additional sandbox content, this game offers great replayability.”
“The variety of ways to tackle missions and the extra sandbox features make it very replayable.”
“The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
“While there are some sandbox elements, the overall experience feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“The variety in mission completion doesn't compensate for the lack of engaging content to explore after finishing the game.”
Critic Reviews
Tentacular PSVR2 review -- Adventures in Cephalopod Craziness
Tentacular is a fun little sandbox game that manages to be as genuinely fun as it is funny. Filled to the brim with moments, it’s great for VR newcomers, or those who just want a break from all the super-serious shooters and world-saving simulations.
75%Tentacular Review
Get your slimy appendages ready to grab this with all of your suction cups, because throwing shipping containers and launching rockets into space with your own hands has never been more fun.
90%Tentacular Review - A Thoughtful, Charming Physics Puzzler With Real Heart
Generously awash in heart-warming whimsy and charm, together with puzzles that encourage the sort of playful ingenuity that really captures the imagination, Tentacular is simply great fun that anybody, regardless of skill or age, can easily get stuck into. Tentacular is a true PSVR2 indie gem and a feel-good VR experience that everybody should play.
85%
