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Trackless

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97%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
replayability, grinding
97% User Score Based on 69 reviews

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Trackless is a single player casual simulation game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by 12East and was released on September 12, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Trackless is a single-player Science Fiction Simulation game that combines 2D graphics in a 3D world, with good music and a playtime of approximately 6 hours. As a seeker, you'll explore diverse locations, solve puzzles, and uncover clues about a mysterious monolith, The Object, by interacting with characters and objects using text input. Your in-game phone assists you with special abilities, and a higher score awaits if you enter the best action verb."

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Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews
music24 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The atmosphere and art style are captivating, creating a unique and immersive experience.
  • The gameplay features a clever verb-based puzzle system that encourages exploration and creativity.
  • The game has a great soundtrack that complements its mysterious and surreal setting.
  • The text input mechanic can lead to frustrating moments of guesswork, especially for non-native English speakers.
  • Some players may find the pacing slow and the gameplay lacking in challenge.
  • The endings may feel underwhelming and leave players with more questions than answers.
  • music
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the excellent soundtrack by Makeup and Vanity Set, which perfectly complements the game's mystical atmosphere and enhances the overall experience. The combination of atmospheric music and engaging visuals creates a captivating environment that draws players in, making exploration and puzzle-solving enjoyable. While some found the soundtrack to be a highlight, a few expressed that it didn't fully elevate their overall experience, but the consensus remains that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm.

    • “The art and music synergize for a captivating experience.”
    • “The world is beautifully realized with a wonderful soundtrack and a great, euro-comic style aesthetic, making exploration a joy.”
    • “The soundtrack is excellent and really sets the tone of the game perfectly.”
    • “Licensing music to a game and then cracking down on YouTubers who try to play said game is not cool.”
    • “I enjoyed the game's aesthetic (including its choice of music and art style), but certain parts of the gameplay didn't really click with me and ended up frustrating me at times.”
    • “And that soundtrack...”
  • graphics
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a unique blend of 2D and 3D elements, creating a charming and otherworldly aesthetic that enhances the mysterious atmosphere. While some players found the visuals simple, many appreciated the distinctive art style and color palette, which evoke nostalgia and contribute to the game's immersive experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a standout feature, complementing the engaging narrative and gameplay.

    • “The atmosphere and art style is wonderful.”
    • “A beautiful and unique art style transports you into a mysterious and mystical sci-fi setting.”
    • “The world is beautifully realized with a wonderful soundtrack and a great, euro-comic style aesthetic, making exploration a joy.”
    • “The visuals are fairly simple and are 2-dimensional even though you’re wandering around in a 3-dimensional world, and the character cut-outs that you interact with twist or turn at all times so that wherever you are in relation to them, they are always facing you (aka, 'billboarding').”
    • “The graphics aren't the most awe-inspiring, but they do look very cool.”
    • “Trackless is kind of a unique type of game when it comes to its 2D art style in a 3D world; it's not a style that is used that much, especially in modern day, and it creates a cool feel to the game along with the splendid soundtrack that lets you dive inside the game.”
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of exploration and word-guessing mechanics, reminiscent of classic text adventures, which encourages interaction with the environment and puzzle-solving. While the game offers a satisfying six-hour experience with rewarding exploration and multiple endings, some players found certain mechanics underutilized or frustrating. Overall, it presents a distinct and aesthetically pleasing adventure, though it may not appeal to those seeking more action-driven gameplay.

    • “Gameplay is a mix of exploring and word guessing to create interactions.”
    • “So many mechanics are unconventional, but they are intuitive somehow.”
    • “Exploration is rewarded, which, together with several bonuses, adds to the replayability factor — as does the main mechanic.”
    • “I enjoyed the game's aesthetic (including its choice of music and art style), but certain parts of the gameplay didn't really click with me and ended up frustrating me at times.”
    • “It was a nice adventure, but I feel like they could have added more options for each interaction to make the gameplay more fluid.”
    • “The gameplay in Trackless consists mostly of wandering around, interacting with objects and people, and solving minor puzzles.”
  • story
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is described as original and surreal, creating a mysterious and intriguing journey that is well-supported by excellent music and ambient design. While some reviewers find the narrative compelling and immersive, others criticize it as basic or vague, with certain elements feeling underdeveloped or disconnected from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a unique storytelling approach, though opinions on its depth and engagement vary.

    • “It knows the story it wants to tell, and tells it at just the right pace and length.”
    • “The story itself creates a mysterious and intriguing journey, and the music lends very well to the atmosphere.”
    • “Compelling story, excellent music.”
    • “Honestly, the story in Trackless is pretty basic on its surface, and the story variants tend to veer away from the product page description in favor of pursuing a more conspiracy-oriented story.”
    • “The object was kind of a letdown, and the story, while fun and quirky, ended up with this seeming world cult and the object they worship being nothing more than a trip to a convoluted amusement park.”
    • “Setting and story aren't that important to the experience; very vague, if I may add.”
  • atmosphere
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its dream-like quality, enhanced by a captivating art style and an excellent musical score that complements the mysterious narrative. Players appreciate the combination of 3D environments and word puzzles, which contribute to a relaxing and immersive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as intriguing and engaging, making it a standout feature for fans of atmospheric storytelling and light puzzling.

    • “I adore the combination of walkable 3D environments, word puzzles, and atmospheric music.”
    • “Combine that with an excellent musical score by Makeup and Vanity Set and you've got a dream-like atmosphere like no other.”
    • “The atmosphere was unusual, and I'd like to explore more of this world if there were a sequel.”
    • “The story itself creates a mysterious and intriguing journey, and the music lends very well to the atmosphere and the story.”
    • “When it comes to sound, it was excellent, and the OST essentially added to the atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers notable replayability due to its multiple endings and rewarding exploration mechanics, encouraging players to revisit its charming sci-fi world. Its engaging aesthetic and soundtrack, combined with a reasonable length, enhance the overall experience, making it a worthwhile endeavor for players seeking depth and variety.

    • “Trackless, though short, has high replay value since it has multiple endings (and is deceptively deep!) definitely a world worth revisiting.”
    • “It's a strange sci-fi world with some charming characters, slick aesthetic and soundtrack, not terribly expensive, and just the right length with some replayability, what's not to dig about it?”
    • “Exploration is rewarded, which, together with several bonuses, adds to the replayability factor — as does the main mechanic.”
    • “It has multiple endings, so there is some replayability.”
    • “It's a strange sci-fi world with some charming characters, slick aesthetics, and a soundtrack. While it's not terribly expensive and has the right length, the replayability is limited.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Trackless enhances the grinding experience by offering a broader selection of words for each interaction, allowing players to progress quickly with basic choices or take their time for additional rewards through creativity and precision. This approach makes the word search less tedious and more engaging for different playstyles.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found myself spending hours on tasks that felt more like a chore than fun, which really dampened my experience.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that the character designs evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of the aesthetic found in the Cyberpunk 2020 tabletop RPG manuals, suggesting a well-crafted and immersive character development experience.

    • “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, reflecting the choices I make and creating a truly immersive experience.”
    • “The character designs reminded me of something you might see in the Cyberpunk 2020 tabletop RPG manuals.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
    • “I found the characters to be one-dimensional, making it hard to connect with their stories.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that the game successfully evokes a unique emotional journey, akin to the experience of a memorable trip, highlighting its ability to capture complex feelings and moments.

    • “You might ask, 'That's it?' but I think it's an elusive sort of alchemy for a game to capture the particular emotional arc of taking a really good trip.”
    • “The game beautifully encapsulates the highs and lows of human experience, making you feel deeply connected to the characters and their journeys.”
    • “Every moment in the game resonates with genuine emotion, leaving a lasting impact that lingers long after you've put it down.”
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Trackless is a casual simulation game with science fiction theme.

Trackless is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Trackless.

Trackless was released on September 12, 2017.

Trackless was developed by 12East.

Trackless has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its replayability.

Trackless is a single player game.

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