Tony Tough and the Night of Roasted Moths

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What do alien abductions, a depressed town, and a purple tapir named Pentagruel have in common? Can a bumbling gumshoe make his stolen candy theory stick? Find out with the "Sherlock Gnome" of detectives, Tony Tough, and a hilarious cast of characters as he cracks the case on the most adventurous and comical night of his life!

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Play Modes

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

Tony Tough and the Night of Roasted Moths screenshot

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features challenging puzzles and a large world to explore, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy difficult point and click adventures.
The humor and graphics are well-received, with many players appreciating the colorful backgrounds and cartoonish style.
It offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic point and click games, appealing to fans of the genre.

Many players found the puzzles to be random and lacking clear direction, leading to frustration and the need for walkthroughs.
The excessive dialogue and attempts at humor from the main character were often seen as tiresome and detracting from the gameplay experience.
Technical issues, such as bugs and poor configuration on platforms like Steam, hindered the overall enjoyment of the game.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
12%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and cartoonish charm, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive visual design as a standout feature. However, some critiques note that despite the stunning visuals, the overall game suffers from poor writing and construction, detracting from the experience. Additionally, players recommend specific settings, like using ScummVM or non-OpenGL graphics mode, to achieve the best graphical results.
- “The graphics are incredible and it could have been a great game but it's poorly written and constructed.”
- “Funny and very challenging, with awesome cartoony graphics.”
- “It may look a bit gory with the strong colors, but its surprising charm and wit are sure to win you over in just a few minutes, and both visuals and voiceovers soon feel like a natural match for the whimsical story.”
- “And play the game in 'non-OpenGL graphics mode'.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its old-school charm and occasional laughs, many criticize the excessive and often pointless dialogue that detracts from the experience. The character's attempts at humor can feel forced and overwhelming, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. Overall, the humor may appeal to some, but it risks alienating others with its abundance of unfunny commentary.
- “In a nutshell, if you want a funny old-school point and click, then I would recommend this.”
- “Funny enough, Tony says that you shouldn't combine everything with everything; that won't get you far.”
- “Funny and very challenging, with awesome cartoony graphics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it as lacking depth, while others appreciate its whimsical charm and wit, which complement the game's visuals and voiceovers effectively.
- “It may look a bit gory with the strong colors, but its surprising charm and wit are sure to win you over in just a few minutes. Both the visuals and voiceovers soon feel like a natural match for the whimsical story.”
- “The visuals are great, but that's the only positive thing I can say about this game; the story is really crap.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game is driven by the Windows Microsoft GS Wavetable Synth, providing a consistent audio experience with a volume setting of 192. Overall, the music contributes to the game's atmosphere, though specific feedback on its quality or impact is not provided.
- “The music volume is set too high, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “The music driver used is the Windows Microsoft GS Wavetable Synth, which lacks depth and variety.”
- “The overall music experience feels bland and uninspired, failing to enhance the game's atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and dull, particularly in easy mode, where it often feels unachievable without a walkthrough.
- “This game (in easy mode) is barely achievable without a walkthrough and ends up just becoming tedious and dull.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”