Tetracosm

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Tetracosm is an exploration-based game where you play as Pseudo, a yellow raptor-like creature. Traverse through diverse, vibrant environments, encountering odd characters and overcoming obstacles to discover the fate of this cosmos. Gather abilities and uncover secrets to aid you in defeating bosses and regular enemies, while also trying to understand the lore of this uncertain universe.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story6 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

Tetracosm is a charming and well-made platformer with a compelling story and engaging gameplay that keeps players invested.
The game features a variety of upgrades and secrets that enhance exploration and provide a sense of progression, making it rewarding for players who enjoy discovery.
It has a polished presentation with minor bugs, smooth performance, and good control options for both keyboard and controllers.

The game can be quite challenging, especially at the start, with difficulty spikes and a lack of an easy mode, which may deter inexperienced players.
Boss fights are often considered undertuned and less challenging than the areas leading up to them, leading to a sense of imbalance in difficulty.
Some players may find frustration in the hidden secrets and achievements that require specific actions or routes, which can feel arbitrary and uninteractive.

story
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as engaging and rich in lore, with well-developed characters that add depth to the relatively simple narrative. While some players found the plot confusing at the beginning and increasingly nonsensical as it progressed, the overall experience is compelling enough to encourage players to complete it. Comparisons to titles like "Cave Story" and "Dust: An Elysian Tail" highlight its immersive world and storytelling.
- “I enjoyed playing through it and the story compelled me to finish it.”
- “Speaking of the main cast, the story itself is relatively simple while still being engaging, and all of the main characters have enough depth to them to avoid feeling one-dimensional.”
- “Story and lore is great - a lot of effort was put in there.”
- “In the beginning, the story didn't make any sense, and as it goes on, it continues to make even less sense.”
- “The story itself is relatively simple while still being engaging, but it lacks depth and complexity.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to create a compelling experience for the player.”
gameplay
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as enjoyable and engaging, featuring fun characters and a wholesome atmosphere, though it doesn't aim to innovate the genre. While the boss fights are considered easy and the combat mechanics could be improved, the game offers a variety of unlockables and clever twists that keep players entertained. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a delightful adventure.
- “Was one of my favorite games as of late, with wholesome music, fun characters, fair gameplay, and overall an enjoyable adventure. There are not a lot of games that can retain my attention, but this was easily one of them. If you have the time or the means, I would strongly encourage you to give it a chance while it's still available!”
- “It's not looking to revolutionize the genre, yet it's packed full of variety and clever twists on mechanics.”
- “There's quite a bit to unlock, and while the combat mechanics do leave a bit to be desired, I suppose I'm just spoiled by similar games like Ori and the Will of the Wisps.”
- “Gameplay-wise, the boss fights are the easiest part of the game.”
- “There's quite a bit to unlock, and while the combat mechanics leave a bit to be desired, I suppose I'm just spoiled by similar games like Ori and the Will of the Wisps.”
- “It's not looking to revolutionize the genre; yet, it's packed full of variety and clever twists on mechanics.”
optimization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised, with users reporting smooth performance and no stuttering even during intensive scenarios, such as spawning numerous objects. However, adjusting the subpixel quality to a lower setting is recommended for improved performance.
- “Oh one thing, make sure to set subpixel quality to the lowest number; it makes the performance much better.”
- “I had no stuttering running the game in fullscreen windowed with vsync and the highest 'subpixel quality', even after afking on a specific ship for 10 hours to slowly spawn 600+ boxes that jostled around in the water.”
music
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as wholesome and excellent, enhancing the overall experience by perfectly complementing the vibrant character sprites and diverse locations. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack contributes to the game's enjoyable adventure and immersive atmosphere, making it a standout feature that retains player attention.
- “Character sprites and locations alike ooze with personality, and an excellent soundtrack consistently complements each location to create a perfect sense of tone.”
- “Was one of my favorite games as of late, with wholesome music, fun characters, fair gameplay, and overall an enjoyable adventure. There are not a lot of games that can retain my attention, but this was easily one of them. If you have the time or the means, I would strongly encourage you to give it a chance while it's still available!”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its wholesome music, fun characters, and enjoyable gameplay that create a captivating adventure. Many reviewers express a strong recommendation, noting its ability to hold their attention and evoke positive feelings throughout the experience.
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Many users express frustration with games that sacrifice meta progression or lock achievements behind irreversible choices, which can detract from the overall replayability experience. This design choice often leads to annoyance rather than encouraging players to revisit the game.
- “I just get annoyed by games that make you toss away your meta progression in the name of replayability, or lock achievements and content behind some distantly related, irreversible choice you made hours ago.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly immersive, prompting players to pause and fully appreciate their surroundings, a rare experience in gaming. This strong sense of place significantly enhances the overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
- “There were multiple times when I stopped and decided to soak in the atmosphere of a location, which is something I can honestly say very few games have made me do.”