Tokaido

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 84 reviews
  • graphics
  • music
  • stability
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Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
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Tokaido is a kids adventure game available for single-player and multi-player, supporting up to 2 players in PvP mode with a split screen. Discover the digital adaptation of the popular board game, set in ancient Japan, where you walk the East Sea road from Kyoto to Edo, trying to make the trek as fulfilling as possible. Experience serene contemplation and strategic gameplay as you encounter hidden marvels, landscapes, culinary specialties, souvenirs, hot springs, and temples.

  • iPad
  • iPhone
  • Mac OS
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Windows
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

60%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
stability7 negative mentions
  • Beautiful graphics and art style that captures the essence of the board game.
  • Easy to learn and play, making it suitable for families and casual gamers.
  • Offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience, with strategic depth that becomes apparent over time.
  • Multiplayer functionality is severely broken, making it difficult to play with friends.
  • Lacks expansions and additional content, limiting replayability and variety.
  • The game can feel slow and repetitive, with static environments and unresponsive controls.
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their stunning 3D visuals, clean design, and beautiful artwork that effectively brings the board game to life. Players appreciate the smooth animations and charming aesthetic, which enhance the overall experience, although some found certain elements cluttered and confusing. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's whimsical atmosphere and immersive travel experience.

    • “The devs at Funforge did a solid job, bringing the board game to life with graphics so clean, I feel like my monitor just got a virtual spa day.”
    • “The 3D graphics, animation, and characters are breathtakingly beautiful, and I have a weakness for Japan-themed games.”
    • “Good design; captures the game's whimsical art style and atmosphere very well.”
    • “It looked cluttered and all the symbols and graphical representations were just confusing.”
    • “The 3D graphics, animation, and characters are breathtakingly beautiful, and I have a weakness for Japan-themed games, so I wanted to like this game so much, but I just got bored.”
    • “Mechnically the game works well and the graphical style really matches the aesthetics of the board game nicely.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting that it complements the art and gameplay effectively. The soundtrack, specifically composed for the game, contributes to a rich and immersive experience, making it a standout feature that resonates with players. Overall, the music is described as beautiful and impactful, adding depth to the gaming experience.

    • “Excellent game, with great art and soundtrack.”
    • “The presentation, the art, the music, and animations are well done and capture the feel of the board game.”
    • “The music, the atmosphere of the game allows for people to be chill and still try to beat each other!”
    • “The soundtrack feels generic and lacks the unique composition that would elevate the game.”
    • “While the presentation is good, the music fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
    • “The music is repetitive and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • stability7 mentions

    The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs and glitches, particularly in the multiplayer mode. While the single-player experience is generally stable, the online functionality suffers from desyncing issues and a lack of responsive support from the developers, leading to frustration among players. Overall, the game's digital version is deemed unreliable and not worth purchasing due to these ongoing stability problems.

    • “This game is buggy and not worth buying. I sent a ticket to Funforge back on 11/18/2020; it's now 12/10/2020 with no response regarding my achievement.”
    • “Unfortunately, this digital version is as buggy as can be for multiplayer, and seems to have gotten worse over time.”
    • “The game is great for single player, but the multiplayer is buggy and just does not work right.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its faithful adaptation of the board game, featuring simple mechanics that are easy to learn yet offer engaging twists. Players appreciate the relaxing experience and the vibrant, adorable graphics that enhance the overall enjoyment. The turn order significantly influences strategy, adding depth to the gameplay.

    • “The wonderful artwork literally comes alive, and the gameplay is absolutely faithful to the board game.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely great (and adorable), the gameplay is very easy to learn.”
    • “A simple, elegant board game, with gorgeous visuals, and fun gameplay that's easy to learn but with a few twists that make picking up the details lots of fun.”
    • “Turn order seems to have more of an impact on gameplay than anything else.”
    • “Extremely relaxing gameplay.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story of Tokaido is celebrated for its immersive and fulfilling journey, likened to a quest for the perfect ramen, suggesting a rich narrative experience that captivates players. Reviewers express a strong appreciation for the game's ability to transport them into a serene and engaging adventure, even preferring it over real-life pursuits.

    • “I stumbled upon Tokaido, the game that promises a journey so fulfilling, it'll make my quest for the perfect ramen seem like a side quest.”
    • “10/10, would trade my ramen quest for a virtual spa day again! 🍜✨”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a chill vibe enhanced by its whimsical art style and engaging music, creating an enjoyable environment for players to compete in. The design effectively captures this unique ambiance, contributing to the overall experience.

    • “The music and atmosphere of the game allow for players to relax while still trying to beat each other!”
    • “The music and atmosphere of the game allow for people to be chill while still trying to beat each other.”
    • “Good design; captures the game's whimsical art style and atmosphere very well.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in "Ocarina of Time" is characterized by lighthearted and playful moments, such as Darunia's enthusiastic suggestion to turn a serious situation into a dance party, showcasing the game's ability to blend fun with adventure.

    • “Darunia (Ocarina of Time): (laughing heartily) I say, let's turn this into a dance party!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find it challenging to connect emotionally with the game due to the lack of dialogue from characters, which diminishes their ability to engage with the story and its emotional depth.

  • optimization1 mentions

    Players have reported initial stuttering during gameplay, although it tends to improve after the first session; however, there is a consensus that further optimization could enhance overall smoothness.

    • “I did notice that the game stuttered the first time I played, but it went away after a while. It could be optimized a bit more for smoothness.”
    • “I noticed that the game stuttered during my first playthrough, but it improved after a while. It could still use some optimization for smoother performance.”
    • “The optimization in this game is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and inconsistent performance.”
    • “Despite the engaging gameplay, the poor optimization results in long loading times and occasional crashes.”
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