Tire Friend

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Tire Friend is a single player action game. It was developed by G.Reed and was released on February 8, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

TIRE FRIEND is the second-best sentient tire in the whole, wide world. Tire Friend's game is mostly 3D platformer, with some 2.5D action and brain puzzles sprinkled in for good measure. Note: Tire Friend is still under construction, and it won't be complete without your feedback. Download, play, and share your thoughts! There certainly are reasons to play it, including:Getting creative with s…

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

The level design is highly praised, comparable to classic titles like Super Mario 3D Land, offering a fun and engaging experience.
The game features charming mechanics and tight controls, making it enjoyable to navigate levels as a tire.
It offers a unique and innovative concept within the platformer genre, appealing to fans of various classic games.

Unlocking new levels can be frustrating due to the high number of hubcaps required, necessitating backtracking to previous levels.
Some players experience performance issues, including high GPU usage and the game not closing properly after play.
The music can be hit or miss, with some tracks becoming annoying during extended play sessions.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by fun and intuitive mechanics, exceptional controls, and engaging level design that encourages exploration and collection. While it doesn't radically innovate the platformer genre, its original concept and charming aesthetics provide a refreshing experience that appeals to fans. Players can expect a variety of gameplay elements, particularly centered around the unique "tire" mechanic, as they progress through the levels.
- “Incredibly charming, the mechanics are fun and feel great to use. The controls are amazing, and the level design is fun to traverse if you're looking for collectibles or just completing a level.”
- “There's a surprising amount of gameplay mechanics that can revolve around a tire (see what I did there?), and I'm really looking forward to discovering what else the levels have in store for me, as well as game updates over time as it matures out of early access.”
- “Its blend of inventive gameplay, intuitive controls, and charming design make it a standout choice for platformer enthusiasts of all stripes.”
- “I'm only up to the second level, but both are very different in their gameplay.”
- “There's a surprising amount of gameplay mechanics that can revolve around a tire, and I'm really looking forward to discovering what else the levels have in store for me as well as game updates over time as it matures out of early access.”
- “While 'tire friend' may not reinvent the wheel of platformer gameplay, its fresh take on the genre breathes new life into the experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some tracks are enjoyable, others can become repetitive and annoying, particularly during collectible hunting. Players also express a desire for more comprehensive volume controls beyond just music. Overall, the music does not detract significantly from the overall gaming experience.
- “The music adds an incredible layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making each moment feel more immersive.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect blend of catchy tunes and atmospheric sounds that keep you engaged throughout the game.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the experience fresh and exciting, making every level feel unique.”
- “It would be nice if there were game volume controls, and not only music volume control.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant performance issues with the graphics, even on low settings, as some players experience their GPUs maxing out despite having capable hardware. This has raised concerns about optimization and efficiency within the game's graphical performance.
- “I'm running this game windowed at 1920x1080 on the lowest graphic settings available in the options, on my PC with an i5, 4060 graphics card, and 16 GB of RAM. While playing it with no other programs open or running, I get a notification that I'm maxing out my GPU, and that just doesn't make sense.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for causing choppy performance, leading to a lack of smooth gameplay.