Toree 3D
- March 16, 2021
- Siactro
- 2h median play time
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Reviews
- Charming retro graphics and a catchy soundtrack create a delightful atmosphere.
- Tight controls and responsive gameplay make platforming enjoyable and satisfying.
- Great value for the price, offering a fun experience in a short runtime.
- The game is very short, with a playtime of around 30-60 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more.
- Camera controls can be cumbersome, requiring manual adjustments that can disrupt gameplay flow.
- The horror elements feel tacked on and do not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- graphics143 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of Toree 3D are characterized by a charming, low-poly aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for 90s platformers, particularly those from the PS1 and N64 eras. While many players appreciate the colorful and vibrant visuals, some criticize the simplistic design and lack of graphical options, suggesting that the retro style may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the game's art direction and soundtrack are frequently praised for enhancing the overall experience, despite some concerns about the execution and depth of the graphics.
“The graphics are cute and very nostalgic feeling.”
“The art style is cute, and the music was very catchy and fun to play to.”
“The graphics, sound, and overall game feel hit that PS1-nostalgia sweet spot for me.”
“Toree 3D is a poorly made neon/cutesy themed third person platformer, essentially a weak ripoff of Super Mario 64 (yet somehow, despite being decades newer, has worse graphics).”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“This very poor quality visual style is a method that lazy devs often use to disguise their lack of talent/interest in doing the graphics properly and trying to disguise it under the name of 'art', or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
- music131 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, energetic tracks that perfectly complement the vibrant visuals and retro aesthetic. Many players appreciate the nostalgic feel of the soundtrack, which enhances the overall gameplay experience, making it both fun and engaging. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and replayability.
“The art and music really drive home the 90s aesthetic, and the controls are satisfyingly precise.”
“The music fits the retro aesthetic quite well, with each level having its own music track.”
“The music is fantastic as well.”
“The new soundtrack is a bit too exciting and rahhhh speed for me, and I much more enjoy the old soundtrack, but that's just for me.”
“Sound effects ended up being way louder than the music; sometimes it was to a point where I would literally have to take off my headphones for a bit.”
“The music fits the levels well, but there are some tracks that are better than others.”
- gameplay81 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple yet enjoyable, featuring responsive controls and a fun, fast-paced platforming experience. While some players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetics and solid mechanics, others feel the gameplay lacks depth and variety, with basic movement options and straightforward level design. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for its price, though many wish for more complexity and content.
“The movement feels really great and responsive, and it packs all the major beats and mechanics you'd expect from a longer platformer in its short runtime.”
“The gameplay is solid, and it controls well.”
“Great game feel and solid gameplay - the character has the perfect amount of weight and momentum.”
“However, a lot of the mechanics end up feeling clunky to use or actively slow you down, which was certainly a bummer.”
“The gameplay is pretty shallow; I was hoping for a bit more of a moveset than sprint, jump, and double jump.”
“The speedrun times are decently challenging but really not all that interesting because of just how simple the levels and player mechanics are.”
- story31 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally perceived as minimal or nonexistent, with players noting that it revolves around a character named Toree trying to retrieve her stolen ice cream cone from the Grim Reaper. While some find the premise cute and the gameplay engaging, many express a desire for a more developed narrative, suggesting that the game could benefit from a richer story to enhance its overall experience. Overall, the storytelling is seen as vague and lacking depth, with some players even questioning its clarity during gameplay.
“The story, from what I can tell, is that Toree’s ice cream cone has been stolen by the Grim Reaper, and she wants it back, pursuing him across a wide variety of levels.”
“Plus, the story is so good it deserves a movie.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story was nonexistent, but there were hints towards it sort of existing.”
“I do suggest this game but will mention that the game has literally zero story whatsoever.”
“Though I will admit I had no idea what the story was on my first playthrough and was very confused at the end until I played it a second time and realized what the character's goal was supposed to be.”
- replayability29 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its engaging platforming mechanics, speedrun challenges, and collectible elements, encouraging players to achieve higher ranks and explore different characters. While the overall length is short, the addictive nature of trying to perfect each level and the nostalgic aesthetic enhance its replay value. However, some players noted a lack of achievements and limited content, which may affect long-term engagement.
“There's simply a lot to enjoy from the old-school platformer physics, the speedrun replayability, and the 1990's video game aesthetic.”
“The game has a lot of replayability despite its short length, but for the price, it's worth it.”
“This game is absolutely delightful-- beatable in under an hour, but lots of replayability when going for S-ranks.”
“The game is short and there isn't much replay value (and, unfortunately, there are no achievements, which is a shame), but it's incredibly cheap (even cheaper when on sale) so if the screenshots look appealing to you, you should definitely give it a shot.”
“Doesn't have too much replay value but this was pretty neat, I guess. It controlled pretty well and had a decent enough time, though I don't really get why this, its sequel, and its upcoming third entry weren't just fused together with how short each one is; it could be a really good and worthwhile package together.”
“This is one of those games that you don't expect much from but end up really enjoying. It is a small game if you go through all the levels (you will take at most 1 hour to beat), but the fun of this comes from the ranks and gathering the stars. Each character that you unlock adds a little more replayability.”
- humor24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the quirky characters, particularly the funny birds and chickens, to be a highlight. Many reviews mention hilarious sound effects and amusing gameplay moments, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience. The game's charm and comedic elements make it enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings.
“The sound when you fall off is hilarious.”
“I've never played a classic platformer but it was fun and funny to go through this with the homies.”
“It has nice design worlds and a lot of funny moments.”
- grinding11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring significant time investment. Many reviews express frustration with the mechanics, suggesting that the grinding feels intentionally cumbersome, while some note that it can be optional or minimal in certain contexts. Overall, the consensus leans towards grinding being a major and often unenjoyable component of the gameplay experience.
“Optional grinding.”
“A lot of grinding.”
“However, it's rather tedious by design, with no attacks to clear hazards and ice mechanics that seem bad on purpose.”
“I kind of wish it was easier to run though as holding down X almost all the time can feel a bit tedious!”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as mildly eerie and immersive, effectively capturing the nostalgic feel of a 5th generation console with its retro art style and music. While some gameplay elements may detract slightly from the overall ambiance, the surprising horror scenes contribute to a fun and engaging atmosphere. Overall, it stands out as one of the game's strongest aspects.
“The atmosphere of the game is great, recreating the look of a 5th generation console game very well, with the art style and music reminding me a lot of Sonic R.”
“I think the second one has the best gameplay, but this one has the best atmosphere.”
“The absence of movement mechanics other than jumping and running is pretty fine for a short game like this; the retro style feels nostalgic and immersive, and the horror scenes are unusually surprising and unsettling, twisting the atmosphere in a fun way.”
“Mildly eerie atmosphere.”
“It kinda ruins a bit of the atmosphere, but hey, it's still a great game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with only a few minor glitches such as freezing and visual issues reported by players. While some users noted occasional out-of-place enemies and glitches that contribute to a creepy atmosphere, the game remains highly playable despite these imperfections.
“Though the game is not a glitchy mess, I did experience one or two glitches while playing (e.g. freezing and visual glitches); but still extremely playable.”
“The game also boosts a bit of a creepy side to it as the game has little glitches or out-of-place enemies as you go further and further in, but for those looking for a full creep show, they will be disappointed.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its wholesome nature, effectively blending emotional warmth with psychological horror elements, creating a unique and impactful experience. Users appreciate its short yet meaningful gameplay, highlighting the emotional depth it offers for a low price.
“It's a great wholesome game with some scary psychological horror elements thrown in, and it makes the perfect example of a short but sweet game.”
“For less than a cup of coffee, you'll be able to support this dev team and their very wholesome game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization aspect of the game is positively highlighted by players, who appreciate the inclusion of different characters as rewards for good performance, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“The variety of characters you can unlock as rewards for good performance adds a great layer of motivation to optimize your gameplay.”
“I love how the game encourages you to optimize your strategies by rewarding you with different characters based on your performance.”
“The optimization mechanics are well-designed, making it rewarding to improve your skills and unlock new characters.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the reviews highlight strong controls, charming art, and enjoyable level design, they do not provide specific insights into character development, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point in the game.
