Toroban

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Toroban is a single player action game. It was developed by Hebert Games LLC and was released on December 1, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Toroban is an endlessly looping puzzle game featuring a nonlinear overworld with diverse biomes, each introducing unique mechanics. Players navigate toroidal puzzles involving blocks, buttons, movable grids, and multiple characters called toros that must collaborate to solve increasingly complex challenges. The game blends these elements across thematic regions for a deep, interconnected puzzle experience.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The puzzle mechanics are clever and challenging, providing a satisfying experience reminiscent of classics like Baba is You and Portal.
The game features a clean presentation with appealing visuals and a calming soundtrack, enhancing the overall immersion.
The unique toroidal concept and innovative mechanics create mind-bending puzzles that keep players engaged and excited to explore further.

The game is incomplete, with some players frustrated by the lack of an ending and the absence of clear communication about its status on the store page.
Later puzzles can become tedious and repetitive, with some mechanics leading to unnecessarily long sequences of moves that detract from the enjoyment.
Difficulty spikes and inconsistent puzzle design can lead to frustration, as some puzzles feel overly complex or poorly balanced compared to others.

gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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73%
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The gameplay is characterized by a rich array of intricate puzzle mechanics that challenge players with deep and engaging interactions, reminiscent of titles like "Baba Is You." While the game introduces a variety of clever mechanics and offers satisfying difficulty, some areas suffer from poor level design and a lack of cohesive integration among mechanics. Overall, it provides a rewarding experience for puzzle enthusiasts, though some players may find certain mechanics frustrating or underdeveloped.
- “The puzzle mechanics are really great, and stack together challengingly.”
- “This game manages to capture the magic of 'Baba Is You', while having its own set of unique mechanics that make this game stand out.”
- “The game starts off pretty simple and quickly introduces more complex mechanics that take some real thought to solve.”
- “I called out that the level design is poor, but even the mechanics aren't exempt.”
- “In practice, many of the levels are boring, and even some of the mechanics are worrying.”
- “Area 6 (cosmic) has a ton of new mechanics, including overworld stuff, and I think this area has the most egregiously bad mechanics.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their unique and adorable art style, with well-polished visuals that enhance immersion. Reviewers appreciate the clean, minimalist design that effectively highlights puzzle elements, complemented by fantastic music and sound effects. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, earning top marks from users.
- “The visuals and engine are well-polished, and the puzzle mechanics are really cool.”
- “The art style, music, and sound effects are fantastic and really help with the immersion.”
- “The visuals are so clean, minimalist yet still stylistic. The objective of the puzzle is always clear as the puzzle elements are typically more vibrant than the terrain, causing them to pop in an appealing way.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive and calming qualities, contributing to a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate how the soundtrack, along with the sound effects, creates a contemplative mood, making gameplay enjoyable and stress-free.
- “The art style, music, and sound effects are fantastic and really help with the immersion.”
- “The color scheme and soundtrack lend the game well to feeling very cozy.”
- “The soundtrack is pleasantly calming, making the experience contemplative rather than frustrating.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that some later puzzles in the game can be tedious, particularly the offset block puzzles and certain levels in the "parallel" section, which detracts from the overall experience. While not all puzzles suffer from this issue, a notable minority are considered laborious.
- “Later puzzles can be quite tedious, with offset block puzzles being the worst offenders.”
- “Yeah, this has the problem that UFO 50 Sokoban had: a lot of the puzzles are just tedious.”
- “If I have one complaint, it is that a minority of levels are a bit tedious, particularly regarding the 'parallel' part of Fall.”