Tori

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Tori is a single player action game. It was developed by Team Tori and was released on February 20, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Explore spirits of sound by flying as a bird through the mystical floating islands of Otokai.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Tori offers a relaxing and meditative experience with its charming visuals and soothing music.
The gameplay mechanics, while simple, gradually introduce complexity, keeping players engaged without becoming overly challenging.
It's a short but enjoyable game that provides a unique and calming atmosphere, perfect for quick play sessions.

The game lacks variety in gameplay modes, which may limit replayability and challenge for some players.
Visual quality is low, reminiscent of older graphics, which may deter players looking for a more modern gaming experience.
The experience is very short, lasting around 30 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in [i]tori[/i] is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience of exploring the game's vibrant Japanese landscape. Players appreciate the interactive nature of the music, which complements the simple yet engaging gameplay, creating a comforting and immersive atmosphere. Overall, the combination of calming music and beautiful visuals contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music, style, and simplicity of controls makes this game a fun, comforting experience.”
- “The way the developers had not only the player interact with the environment, but also the music itself was brilliant.”
- “The music is the true kicker for this game.”
- “The music and visuals are calming and grounding.”
- “Music is relaxing and interactive.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals that may deter some players, as they lack the high standards expected in modern gaming. However, others appreciate the simplistic and cute aesthetic, likening it to Nintendo 64 graphics, which, despite their simplicity, manage to deliver eye-catching detail and a calming atmosphere.
- “Small (literally, you can't play this more than 30 min, but that's not bad) and simple, but very cute with an Asian aesthetic.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 3D graphics which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of Nintendo 64 block graphics such as Zelda, but it still accomplishes eye-catching detail.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its interactive and atmospheric storytelling, providing a fun and stress-relieving experience. Despite its simplicity, the narrative is conveyed beautifully, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “A great stress/anxiety relieving game, and actually really fun interactive and atmospheric storytelling.”
- “Tori is a very small game that tells a very small story, and does so beautifully.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report experiencing occasional glitches, but these can often be resolved by pressing [esc]. However, the lack of a save function raises concerns about potential setbacks during gameplay.
- “I did experience a few glitches, but generally pressing [Esc] helped get me back on track. However, be aware that there is no save function.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience, and the lack of stability is frustrating.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is straightforward and lacks complexity, with users indicating that it feels basic and unremarkable.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its ability to relieve stress and anxiety, while also providing an engaging and interactive storytelling experience.
- “A great stress and anxiety relieving game, with really fun interactive and atmospheric storytelling.”