Tomato Way

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Tomato Way is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Vladislav Castillo Gonzalez and was released on December 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Tomato Way" is a game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by plants, where a young tomato hero earns a living by defeating monsters. The game features non-linear level design with secrets, scary monsters, and psychedelic characters. Gameplay includes melee and ranged combat, with a variety of weapons to purchase, and an arena mode for survival. The focus is on fast-paced, complex battles that may require players to break a sweat.

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Audience ScoreBased on 208 reviews

story12 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

Tomato Way is a unique and bizarre experience that has changed many players' perspectives on gaming and life.
The game features a captivating story and interesting character design, making it a memorable journey.
Despite its flaws, players appreciate the humor and creativity, often describing it as a cult classic or a masterpiece.

The game suffers from severe optimization issues, with many players reporting low frame rates and technical glitches.
Controls are often described as confusing and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many reviews highlight the poor graphics and overall lack of polish, making it feel more like a low-quality indie project than a finished game.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its originality, emotional depth, and cinematic quality, while others criticize its brevity and execution. Many found the narrative engaging, despite its short length, with some describing it as a thrilling adventure featuring a unique protagonist—a tomato. Overall, while the story captivated some players, others felt it lacked coherence and depth, leading to a polarized reception.
- “The story is amazingly original and was worth every penny.”
- “This game was not only a treat for the eyes but also a treat for the soul; the story brought me to my knees in an odd mix of joy and anger.”
- “Very emotional story mixed with intense and well-done PvE combat.”
- “I think the developer of this game wanted players to hold onto the game longer because the story is pretty short if it weren't for the extremely long corridors and never-ending enemy fights.”
- “Well, first of all, the price is pretty cheap; the story can be completed in under an hour, so you can refund it if you don't fancy it.”
- “Story: 1/5 - very badly executed.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the visuals as dark, poorly designed, and overall unattractive, leading to eye strain and low frame rates. However, some appreciate the unique art style and find it charming, suggesting that those who enjoy intentionally "crappy" aesthetics might still find value in the game. Overall, the consensus leans towards disappointment in graphical quality, with ratings often falling below average.
- “The graphics are next level, bro... I freaking love Tomato Way.”
- “Amazing characters, amazing story, and amazing visuals. Definitely recommend with over 50+ hours of gameplay.”
- “The dialogue is lit, the graphics are on point.”
- “The visuals are horrible, not just because of the aesthetic or quality of the textures and models, but also because of how dark everything is with you barely being able to see the enemies before they kill you.”
- “My eyes were actually getting strained because of how bad the visuals are.”
- “Just a generic shooter, terrible graphics, terrible designs; hell, this is one of the first games I can legitimately call 'ugly'.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its engaging mechanics and smooth gunplay, while others criticize it for being clunky, dull, and poorly optimized. Players appreciate the unique art direction and character design, but many feel that the gameplay experience is hindered by broken mechanics and a lack of compelling story elements. Overall, the game offers a blend of interesting concepts and frustrating execution, leading to a polarized reception.
- “Engaging gameplay.”
- “Amazing characters, amazing story, and amazing visuals definitely recommend with over 50+ hours of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay: the gunplay is the smoothest gunplay I have ever seen, the swordplay feels real and buttery.”
- “There is not 10 hours of gameplay here.”
- “Broken mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is dull and it looks a complete mess.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting consistently poor performance and frame rates, particularly on ultra settings. Many reviewers express disappointment, stating that better optimization could significantly enhance the overall experience and rating of the game. Overall, the consensus is that the game is in dire need of optimization improvements.
- “So my overall rating is 5-6/10; had it been better optimized and informed us better with the controls, it is an easy 9-10/10 considering its price/performance.”
- “- This game needs to be optimized.”
- “I haven't tried it with super low settings; maybe it works better there, but on ultra settings, it is poorly optimized.”
- “A genuinely interesting experience that's been gutted by irredeemably bad optimization.”
- “While I cannot support this game due to the consistently bad frame rate, I do hope the dev will make a simpler, more optimized game in the future.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it genuinely hilarious and enjoyable, while others view it as poorly executed or disturbing. Many appreciate the comedic elements, particularly in the cutscenes, but acknowledge that the game's overall quality may not appeal to everyone. Overall, it elicits a mix of laughter and discomfort, making it a unique experience for those who appreciate its quirky style.
- “Still can't beat the first boss, but maybe I just suck; anyway, hilarious game.”
- “It made me laugh and also weirded me out a bit.”
- “I thought it was hilarious all the way through, and I think a lot of people will too; however, this game is definitely not for everyone.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is noted for being unique and engaging, with some players praising its thematic depth and humor in cutscenes. However, technical issues and gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its immersive qualities. Some users feel the atmosphere is lacking, potentially influenced by language barriers.
- “Atmosphere unrivaled by any game in its genre.”
- “The only thing that kept me playing was the atmosphere and the cutscenes (which are funny as heck, by the way).”
- “I really like the concept, idea, and the whole setting and atmosphere.”
- “While having some interesting thematic decisions and generally holding a strange atmosphere, I cannot recommend this game due to its floaty Unity combat.”
- “It lacks atmosphere, but that could be because it's in Ukrainian.”
- “I really like the concept and the whole setting and atmosphere, but I just cannot play due to those technical issues.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the great and amazing soundtrack, while others find it fitting but not exceptional, rating it a modest 3/5. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, though opinions vary on its standout quality.
- “Great soundtrack.”
- “Amazing soundtrack.”
- “I don't know if Vladislav got the right to play the Godfather music, but overall, I have never spent money better.”
- “The soundtrack is fitting, but nothing more.”
- “I don't know if Vladislav has the right to play the Godfather music, but overall, I've never spent money better.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a heartwarming and emotionally engaging story complemented by intense PvE combat, though players have noted issues with controls that can detract from the overall experience.
- “It had a heartwarming story and superb gameplay.”
- “Very emotional story mixed with intense and well-done PvE combat.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting exceptional character design and growth throughout the narrative.
- “He is a pinnacle of character design.”
- “Great character design and development.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed, with some users rating it highly while others find it lacking, giving it a low score of 2/5. The arena mode offers a way for players to chase high scores, but overall, the content may not be compelling enough to encourage repeated play.
- “The replayability is off the charts! Every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how each decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay the game multiple times.”
- “With so many different paths and endings, I find myself coming back to this game again and again.”
- “Replay value: 2/5 - arena mode for those who like their high scores.”
- “Replayability is virtually non-existent after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is marked by numerous glitches, leading to a perception of it being unfinished and buggy, which is often expected from indie titles on Steam. Despite these issues, some users acknowledge that the game is still well-crafted overall.
- “Glitches everywhere, but still somehow well made.”
- “I've learned not to expect too much from Steam indie games; they're usually unfinished and buggy.”