Tidal Tribe

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Tidal Tribe is a strategy game where you control the forces of nature to protect and grow your tribe. Shape the seaside and rivers, explore different islands, and manage resources to construct villages and technology. Use strategic weather manipulation to defend against enemies and overcome natural disasters.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of complexity and simplicity, allowing players to engage in terraforming while observing the autonomous behaviors of the NPCs.
The relaxing gameplay and beautiful graphics create a soothing atmosphere, making it enjoyable to watch civilizations grow and evolve.
The developer is responsive to community feedback and continues to add features, enhancing the overall experience and replayability of the game.

The controls can be confusing and unintuitive, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the gameplay experience.
The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and low frame rates on certain systems, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
The story mode and tutorials are poorly written and lack engagement, making it hard for players to connect with the game's narrative.

story
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The story mode of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it cringy and poorly executed, while others appreciate its humor and engaging elements. The initial story is enjoyable, but the overall narrative can feel confusing and lacks clarity in quest mechanics. Despite its flaws, the game offers a relaxing atmosphere and a variety of gameplay modes that contribute to a solid, if imperfect, storyline experience.
- “Not only is the simulation relaxing and the overall atmosphere calming, but also the story mode has many funny, pog, and bruh moments.”
- “There are extra mechanics like making sure you create the right type of terrain for various plants to grow for your villages to make use of, and you are an actual character who can work from the air or on the ground and there's a pretty solid storyline too.”
- “I did enjoy the first story you get and the little triangle people before you get set on the beach to move earth around.”
- “The relaxing-yet-engaging gameplay makes up for the buggy execution and excruciatingly cringy story mode, but only just.”
- “I started the story mode too but I do not like it.”
- “Also, I haven't figured out how quests work yet; it's a little obtuse.”
gameplay
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics that offer depth and replayability, making it both relaxing and engaging. While the execution may be buggy and the story mode cringy, players appreciate the variety of mechanics, such as terrain management and character mobility. However, some players express frustration with specific elements, like fruit collecting, which can hinder mobility.
- “The game has many unique mechanics.”
- “One small mechanic can just add an incredible amount of depth and replayability.”
- “An enjoyable and relaxing game, with a simple mechanic that takes an hour to learn and a day or more to master.”
- “I'm not personally a fan of the fruit collecting mechanics, especially how you lose so much of your mobility when you do so, and if you get stuck in a ditch, you have to drop your fruit.”
- “The game mechanics consist of big water waves which come from the ocean and sweep the land.”
- “There are extra mechanics like making sure you create the right type of terrain for various plants to grow for your villages to make use of, and you are an actual character who can work from the air or on the ground.”
graphics
8 mentions
63 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising their artistic style and fitting design, while others noted simplicity and odd physics. Many appreciated the unique visual elements, such as the resemblance to Chinese paintings, but some felt improvements could be made. Despite the varied opinions, the graphics contributed positively to the game's overall experience.
- “Great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “The graphics fit the style perfectly and I love the images used for the little people!”
- “The graphics are simple and the water physics are a little odd.”
- “I was not expecting this game to have such complexity thanks to the simplistic graphic design.”
- “The artwork reminds me of Chinese paintings.”
music
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall serene atmosphere. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to create a relaxing backdrop, making it suitable for both gameplay and as ambient sound while working. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment and immersive experience.
- “The game is well worth the money, not only just being a soothing, enjoyable game with a great soundtrack, but also a lot of content for a game made by a single person.”
- “But overall, between the nice serene setting, the calming music, and the satisfaction you get from seeing your villagers write nice things about you, I can see myself coming back to this game a lot.”
- “Seriously, you could just have this running in the background while you work; the sound of waves, soothing music, and the odd bird is wonderful and suits the game perfectly.”
- “I turned off the music.”
- “The music.”
- “The music is fairly relaxing and I get what the developer is trying to accomplish.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny moments and lighthearted atmosphere, particularly in story mode. However, some users find the humor not to their taste, preferring the freedom of the sandbox mode to avoid it. Overall, the game offers a mix of amusing scenarios that can enhance the relaxing gameplay experience.
- “Not only is the simulation relaxing and the overall atmosphere calming, but also the story mode has many funny, pog, and bruh moments.”
- “Hey, this game is a great game to have going in the background while you do homework. It's also funny to start a war; it takes some time, but hey, it's a game to play in the background.”
- “Funny, and perfect.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Many users highlight that even a single small mechanic can significantly enhance the depth and replayability of a game, suggesting that thoughtful design choices can lead to varied experiences upon replaying.
- “One small mechanic can add an incredible amount of depth and replayability.”
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself coming back to explore new outcomes.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and character interactions.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
While the gameplay is enjoyable and engaging, the overall stability is hindered by numerous bugs and a poorly received story mode.
- “The relaxing yet engaging gameplay makes up for the buggy execution and excruciatingly cringy story mode, but only just.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a relaxing and calming simulation, complemented by a story mode filled with humorous and engaging moments.
- “The simulation is incredibly relaxing, and the overall atmosphere is calming, complemented by a story mode filled with funny, exciting, and surprising moments.”