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Tetrobot and Co.

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89%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
stability, grinding
97% User Score Based on 296 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 5 reviews

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Tetrobot and Co. is a single player casual puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Swing Swing Submarine and was released on October 22, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Tetrobot and Co.", players control Psychobot, a tiny helper, navigating Tetrobot's interior to repair it by swallowing and rearranging blocks. This game features challenging puzzle-solving within Tetrobot's circuits, teaching players about electronic devices and chemical properties. Highly regarded by reviewers for its clever level design, charm, and difficulty, "Tetrobot and Co." provides a satisfying mental workout.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 296 reviews
gameplay23 positive mentions
stability9 negative mentions

  • Clever and engaging puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge.
  • Charming visuals and a great soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
  • The rewind feature allows for experimentation without severe penalties, making it accessible for players.
  • Some puzzles can be frustratingly difficult, requiring significant trial and error.
  • Occasional bugs, particularly with the rewind function, can disrupt gameplay.
  • The story is minimal and not particularly engaging, feeling more like an afterthought.
  • gameplay
    99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a well-paced introduction of diverse mechanics, allowing players to gradually tackle increasingly complex puzzles without feeling overwhelmed. While the mechanics are generally intuitive and the puzzles engaging, some players noted instances where essential mechanics were introduced too late, leading to moments of frustration. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of challenge and charm, with a variety of puzzles that encourage creative problem-solving.

    • “The movement is quick and smooth, the undo button makes the gameplay a breeze, the puzzle design favors simplicity rather than tediousness, and brings many satisfying moments.”
    • “Each level will introduce new mechanics and puzzle elements incrementally and will test you on what you have learned so far.”
    • “The puzzles themselves are challenging and require some thought but never rely on obtuse jumps in logic, and game mechanics are introduced gradually and with some fun.”
    • “Very cool puzzle game, but there are levels where a mechanic that hasn't been introduced yet is needed, which I find plainly unfair.”
    • “My main complaint is the introduction of one or two game mechanics (a very small percentage of the total): these mechanics required to complete the puzzles are not clearly laid out to the players, and really demand lots of experimentation, and sometimes a bit of luck to stumble upon.”
    • “The biggest gripe I had with this game is that there are just too many mechanics and too many block properties which show up suddenly in some puzzles, and unless you have a good memory, remembering those things and using them becomes difficult.”
  • music
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its relaxing, ambient nature and catchy tunes that complement the gameplay. While some players noted occasional repetitiveness, the soundtrack is generally praised for being enjoyable and well-crafted, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the combination of charming graphics and a captivating soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's appeal, creating a cohesive and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The music is extremely well done and remarkably satisfying.”
    • “Yann van der Cruyssen and Morusque have crafted a fine atmosphere with its low-key ambient electronica. The music can be playful, dramatic, mysterious, jaunty, but all in a most relaxing and chill vibe.”
    • “Morusque's soundtrack is great and manages the challenge all puzzle games face, which is to produce tracks that are enjoyable to listen to on a loop, and avoid being tedious or formless.”
    • “The in-game music is fine, but as I usually do, it quickly gets muted in favor of my own choice of music or the radio, but I keep the sound effects as they are unintrusive and add a bit of flavor.”
    • “Music gets a little repetitive sometimes, but it's a great game for just sitting down at the end of the day and solving a level or two.”
    • “If you know me at all, you know I can't stand repetitive puzzler soundtracks.”
  • story
    53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is generally considered to be minimal and somewhat irrelevant to the gameplay, serving more as a charming backdrop than a driving force. While it features cute elements and fragments that can be unlocked, many players feel it lacks depth and coherence, often describing it as filler that doesn't significantly enhance the puzzle experience. Overall, the game is praised for its strong puzzle design, with the narrative being an optional, light addition rather than a central focus.

    • “This is a fantastic puzzle game with great music and a warm, subtly told story.”
    • “The story felt a bit tacked-on, but is kind of charming.”
    • “Smart puzzles, cute story and design, lovely clean sound and visuals.”
    • “There is something that resembles a story and plot but ultimately it is just filler.”
    • “It's a fairly vague story because it's scattered into small fragments throughout the game, without enough there to clearly convey what's going on.”
    • “My one complaint is that the story never really makes sense.”
  • graphics
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming art style, modern polish, and pleasing animations, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Many reviewers noted the graphics enhance the gameplay, complementing the music and overall aesthetic, while some mentioned a balance between simplicity and appeal. Overall, the visuals are described as crisp, cute, and well-integrated with the game's mechanics, making it a standout feature.

    • “As you start the game, the improvement in visuals is immediately obvious - the game has a modern, polished look, and the layouts/animations are very pleasing to the eye.”
    • “Paired with gorgeous artwork and a lovely soundtrack, this is definitely a game worth adding to your already enormous Steam library.”
    • “Awesome puzzle game with neat graphics and clever puzzles, that will entertain you with new elements introduced throughout the whole adventure.”
    • “But, since they're just vague graphics, they made no sense to me.”
    • “The gameplay visuals are better, while also leaning towards the basic side too.”
    • “Graphics are not what puzzle games are about, but the graphics here are quite good.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is generally good, particularly on Linux, but users report several bugs, primarily related to the rewind function, which can lead to glitches such as blocks becoming intangible or suspended. While these issues can occasionally disrupt gameplay, they are not considered game-breaking, and the infinite undo feature allows players to correct mistakes easily. Overall, the stability is acceptable, though players should be prepared for some minor frustrations.

    • “Runs great on Linux.”
    • “Somewhat buggy, especially if rewinding while things are happening.”
    • “Looking at the FAQ, it seems like the devs know the rewind is buggy, but I don't think they're going to fix this particular issue if they haven't by now.”
    • “Slightly buggy: undo would often fail to revert to a proper state, especially when dealing with moving things; once in level 6-3 a blob was accidentally in the wrong spot and I had to restart the level.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a key strength, with players enjoying clever and funny elements, particularly in the "faceblox" sections. Many reviewers appreciate the lighthearted references to various media, which contribute to an overall enjoyable and smile-inducing experience while solving puzzles.

    • “Nice and funny puzzle game.”
    • “Pros: funny, clever, cute, nice graphics, nice music, nice sounds, easy to learn (just 2 mouse buttons) but hard to master (you have to actually think), achievements, Steam trade cards, Steam Workshop (level editor), Linux support, faceblox...”
    • “I always manage to have a smile on my face when playing through it, either it be the satisfaction of solving the puzzles or even just picking up on some of the funny references they have to different games, books, movies, and music!”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be well-balanced, with quick and smooth movement and engaging puzzle design that avoids tedium. While some players note that saving up blocks can become repetitive, the game consistently introduces new ideas and challenges, keeping the experience fresh and enjoyable. The soundtrack also contributes positively, enhancing the gameplay without becoming monotonous.

    • “This is done for the golden blocks in particular and can become tedious as you need to save up previous blocks and you come to know only after you have reached the spot.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for poor optimization, as users report significant performance issues, such as difficulty in multitasking and reduced system responsiveness when minimized.

    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
    • “The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a soothing blend of low-key ambient electronica, creating a relaxing and chill vibe that enhances the gameplay experience. While the puzzles are straightforward, the atmospheric elements encourage thoughtful engagement, making the overall environment both playful and mysterious.

    • “Yann van der Cruyssen and Morusque have crafted a fine atmosphere with its low-key ambient electronica. The music can be playful, dramatic, mysterious, and jaunty, all while maintaining a relaxing and chill vibe.”
    • “The nice thing about this game is that although the gameplay is simple, it takes the puzzle atmosphere to heart, allowing people to complete levels without much issue, but requiring good thinking to fully complete the game.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story levels offer limited replayability primarily focused on completion and achievements, but players can enjoy over 10 hours of gameplay through the main story. The inclusion of well-designed puzzles adds some replay value for those seeking to complete the game fully.

    • “The story levels don't have much replayability, beyond completion and achievements, but you can easily spend 10+ hours in this game just completing the main story.”
    • “Some well thought out puzzles, not too easy, not too hard, replayability for completion, would recommend.”
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Tetrobot and Co. is a casual puzzle game with science fiction theme.

Tetrobot and Co. is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Mac OS, Phone and others.

Tetrobot and Co. was released on October 22, 2013.

Tetrobot and Co. was developed by Swing Swing Submarine.

Tetrobot and Co. has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Tetrobot and Co. is a single player game.

Similar games include Lara Croft GO, Linelight, Akurra, Escape Goat 2, Dungeons of Dreadrock and others.