Toyland Tussle

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Toyland Tussle is a single player action game. It was developed by RBW Games and was released on August 7, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Toyland Tussle is a classic cartoon-inspired boss fight where you control Fodder the Cannon, battling Gears the Gorilla through three challenging phases. Utilize four different weapons to overcome the action-packed gameplay, all brought to life with hand-drawn animations and original music. Choose between two difficulty modes and strive for a gold rank.

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Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

music4 positive mentions

Impressive animation and art style, especially considering it was made by a single developer.
Captures the Cuphead feel in both looks and gameplay, providing a fun and challenging experience.
Great value for the price, offering a well-crafted boss fight that fans of Cuphead will enjoy.

Controls can feel awkward and imprecise, with issues like floaty jumping and lack of key rebinding options.
The game is very short, featuring only one boss, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some players experienced bugs and issues that affected gameplay, such as input lag and movement problems.

music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as catchy and well-composed, effectively complementing the visuals. However, many players find it becomes repetitive and somewhat grating over time, especially given the reliance on synthetic instruments rather than live recordings. While it serves its purpose, some reviewers feel it lacks the depth and variety found in more orchestrated soundtracks, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Not only is the animation and art style spot on, fantastic, but the music is catchy.”
- “The art is great, I love the soundtrack, and the boss fight is fun.”
- “The music is something I would actually listen to, and it was clear that a lot of thought was put into this game.”
- “The other main issue is that the music, while catchy, gets very grating after a while. While this solo developer obviously can't get a live band to record a song and has to use synthetic instruments, it does somewhat bring the game down for me.”
- “It's very well designed and the animation is every bit as good as that of Cuphead; however, the synthetic soundtrack is lacking compared to the orchestrated tunes you find in Cuphead.”
- “That issue paired with the repetitive music quickly tests patience.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is reminiscent of Cuphead, featuring charming hand-drawn animation and engaging mechanics that require players to learn boss attack patterns. While the animation and character design are praised, some reviewers feel the gameplay lacks originality and could benefit from refined combat mechanics to distinguish it from its inspiration. Overall, the game offers a fun experience, especially considering its low price and the effort of a single developer.
- “Definitely had the Cuphead feel both in looks and gameplay.”
- “This game gives you a story, traditionally animated hand-drawn gameplay, and the cutest, most fun characters all for the low price of $2.99!”
- “This is because the game introduces engaging gameplay where knowledge of the boss's attacks is integral, as if you are careless, bad positioning can make getting hit almost guaranteed.”
- “The gameplay is not quite as inspired as I'd like it to be.”
- “The gameplay is basically 1 for 1 Cuphead, which would be great if I felt like it was mechanically better than Cuphead, but it just isn't.”
- “Were the game to be developed into a more fully fleshed out idea, I really think it would be beneficial to refine the combat a bit and also to find some gameplay mechanic that really sets it apart from Cuphead.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their fantastic animation and art style, with great visuals that effectively utilize traditional animation techniques. While the music is not particularly noteworthy, it complements the visuals without being distracting. Overall, the game's aesthetic is well-received, particularly in terms of character and boss design.
- “Not only is the animation and art style spot on and fantastic, but the music is catchy.”
- “Nonetheless, the boss is decently designed and the visuals are great.”
- “When it comes to the visuals, being traditionally animated doesn't make art look better; it's how the medium is used.”
- “When it comes to the visuals, being traditionally animated doesn't make the art look better; it's how the medium is used.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail and polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game world.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the character development is highlighted by fantastic designs and smooth animations that effectively capture a 30's cartoon style, reminiscent of "Cuphead." However, some critiques point to a lack of originality in boss character designs and a desire for higher quality art. While the character designs are well-received, the music accompanying them is noted as somewhat repetitive.
- “The character designs and animations are fantastic and do a great job of emulating the 30's cartoon style, just like Cuphead.”
- “The animations are smooth and expressive; I like the character designs quite a lot, and the music isn't too bad either, albeit a bit repetitive.”
- “Other than that, wonderful animation work, character designs, and gameplay.”
- “The boss character designs feel unoriginal, and the quality of the art leaves something to be desired.”
- “The character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with any of the protagonists.”
- “I found the character arcs predictable and lacking depth, which made the story less engaging.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that the variety of weapon loadouts enhances the game's replayability, allowing for different strategies and experiences in each playthrough.
- “I really appreciate the inclusion of different weapon loadouts, which adds significant replay value.”
- “The variety of character choices and story paths makes me want to play through the game multiple times.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic events and choices that can lead to different outcomes.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making it hard to find reasons to replay it.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
- “The repetitive missions and predictable outcomes diminish any potential for replayability.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is initially perceived as simplistic and reminiscent of other titles like Cuphead, but it features charming, hand-drawn animation and endearing characters that enhance the overall experience, especially considering its low price point of $2.99.
- “This game gives you a story, traditionally animated hand-drawn gameplay, and the cutest, most fun characters, all for the low price of $2.99!”
- “The first playthrough of this game I dismissed it, like many others, as a simple Cuphead clone with not much of a story at all.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is influenced by the mechanics of directional keybinding, which creates a sense of urgency and intensity during gameplay, as players experience a significant burst of momentum that can lead to frustration when trying to change directions. This dynamic can evoke strong feelings of excitement and challenge, enhancing the overall emotional engagement with the game.