TREBUCHET

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TREBUCHET is a single player and multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by iconical Ltd. and was released on July 30, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Trebuchet is an award-winning sport game that combines strategy and skill in a beautifully simple format. Players position their blocks and balls, then tilt the board to align and roll balls into enemy blocks, with the goal of eliminating the opponent's King piece or reaching their corner first. Critically acclaimed for its unique gameplay and immersive experience, Trebuchet offers both single-player and multi-player modes for hours of enjoyment.

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Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features interesting and fun puzzle mechanics that are simple to learn but difficult to master.
It has a visually appealing design with satisfying sound effects during gameplay.
The game encourages strategic thinking and planning, making it engaging and addictive.

The game lacks online multiplayer support and has not been updated since 2015, leading to concerns about its future development.
It feels like a mobile app that has been poorly ported to PC, with limited features and customization options.
The asking price is considered too high for the amount of content and features available, especially when cheaper alternatives exist on mobile platforms.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its interesting and fun puzzle mechanics that encourage strategic thinking and experimentation, offering a refreshing departure from traditional board games. Players find the satisfying sounds of gameplay enhance the experience, making it enjoyable even for those who may not be fully invested in the game. Overall, the aesthetic beauty and innovative mechanics contribute to a compelling gameplay experience.
- “The interesting and fun puzzle mechanics keep me engaged throughout the game.”
- “It's great to see a new style of board game that forces me to use different mechanics than traditional 'classic-style' board games.”
- “It's refreshing to build strategies and experiment with new ideas, new combinations, and overall new gameplay.”
- “But if you're not too worried about whether you'll get hooked, I recommend the game purely for the aesthetic beauty and genius of the game mechanics.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their simplicity and clarity, providing an aesthetically pleasing experience on both laptops and desktops. Users highlight the smooth visuals and immersive sound design, making the game visually appealing even for those who may not be fully engaged with the gameplay.
- “The graphics look amazing in full screen on a laptop and desktop, and the sounds are really lifelike and immersive!”
- “I recommend the game purely for the aesthetic beauty and genius of the game mechanics.”
- “The graphics are clear and simple.”
- “The graphics look clear and simple.”
- “But if you're not too worried about whether you'll get hooked, I recommend the game purely for the aesthetic beauty and genius of the game mechanics.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Trebuchet has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users noting its hasty release on Steam and subsequent inclusion in shovelware bundles, suggesting a lack of effort and quality.
- “Trebuchet is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a lazy cash grab.”
- “In line with cash grabs, this mobile app was dumped on Steam and quickly categorized into shovelware bundles.”
music
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The absence of a soundtrack in the game has been noted as a significant drawback, with users feeling that it detracts from the overall experience and makes the game feel incomplete.
- “It is strange that there isn't any soundtrack to this title.”
- “It feels like it is lacking options and simple features such as a soundtrack.”
humor
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Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and entertaining, contributing positively to their overall experience.
- “This board game is new to me and has quite a funny aspect to it :)”
stability
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Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no bugs or glitches encountered during gameplay.