- July 17, 2021
- Rhowsl
Toroom
Platforms
About
"Toroom is a top-down shooter with roguelike elements, offering both single-player and local co-op modes for 2 players. Navigate through procedurally generated dungeons, battling various enemies and bosses to progress. Collect a plethora of items, weapons, and pets, while upgrading your character to face the challenges ahead."









- The game features cute pixel art graphics and a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- The controls are tight and responsive, making the gameplay feel smooth and enjoyable.
- There is a good variety of weapons and items that allow for experimentation and different playstyles, keeping the game engaging.
- The game suffers from significant balance issues, particularly with weapon and item drops, making runs feel overly reliant on luck.
- The arenas are cluttered and can hinder gameplay, making it difficult to navigate during fast-paced action.
- The difficulty spikes, especially with bosses, can be frustrating for players, particularly those new to the genre.
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game features charming pixel art graphics that resonate well with its characters and enemies, creating a colorful and engaging aesthetic. However, many players note the excessive repetition of elements in the environments and criticize the lack of options for resolution and customization, which detracts from the overall visual experience. While the graphics are generally appreciated for their simplicity and appeal, some feel they rely too heavily on outdated styles without offering modern enhancements.
“Cute pixel art graphics, but there's just too many repeated elements in every arena (jars, jars everywhere!).”
“Its simple yet difficult, and I love the art style of this game.”
“Even with pleasant pixel graphics and a soothing soundtrack, the game is as typical a roguelike action dungeon crawler as you'll find... and that's a-ok by me.”
“Cute pixel art graphics, but there are just too many repeated elements in every arena (jars, jars everywhere!).”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”