Tribloos

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Tribloos is a single player action game. It was developed by BumpkinBrothers and was released on February 19, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Available on Steam for the first time - and for FREE! Originally released in 2011, The Tribloos was the first game in the series.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Engaging and charming puzzle gameplay that appeals to players of all ages.
Variety of levels and challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and interesting.
Free to play, making it accessible for everyone and a great introduction to time-management games.

Gameplay can feel shallow and dated, lacking depth compared to modern games.
Limited controls and locked resolution may hinder the experience on contemporary systems.
Some players may find the mechanics repetitive and reminiscent of mobile cash grabs.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay involves simple clicking mechanics to manage and build a village for the "tribloos," which some users find overly simplistic and reminiscent of mobile games. While the game features 75 levels with resource management twists and charming aesthetics, it suffers from dated design and limited controls, though sequels offer significant improvements. Overall, it provides a pleasant experience despite its shallow depth.
- “The sequels improve upon this entry significantly, but it is no slouch: 75 levels plus several bonus levels where each area introduces a new twist to the resource management mechanics, all wrapped up in charming late 2000s indie music and aesthetics, provide a very pleasant journey I recommend to everyone.”
- “Gameplay consists of clicking on various things on a 2D screen to do various 'jobs' revolving around building a village for the generic fuzzy critters known as 'tribloos'.”
- “You could write a macro to randomly click on your screen and eventually it would beat this game; that's basically the depth of gameplay involved here.”
- “This is very dated and displays poorly on modern systems, with locked resolution and controls supplementing the shallow, mobile-esque gameplay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Tribloos is criticized for its monetization approach, being seen as a precursor to numerous low-quality mobile games that prioritize profit over gameplay quality, leading to a perception of it as a cash grab.
- “Tribloos is one of the very first clicker/time management games and a precursor to literally hundreds of poorly designed mobile apps that later infested Steam as badly ported cash grabs.”
- “The monetization in this game feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend real money for basic features.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be enjoyable turned into a grind just to push players towards in-game purchases.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are characterized by charming late 2000s indie aesthetics, which enhance the overall experience across its 75 levels and bonus content. While the sequels offer significant improvements, this entry still delivers a visually appealing and enjoyable journey.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
- “Each level is beautifully designed, showcasing a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The character animations are fluid and expressive, adding a layer of charm to the already impressive visuals.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game features charming late 2000s indie tunes that enhance the overall experience, complementing the engaging resource management mechanics across 75 levels and bonus content. Players find it to be a pleasant addition that contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The sequels improve upon this entry significantly, but it is no slouch: 75 levels plus several bonus levels where each area introduces a new twist to the resource management mechanics, all wrapped up in charming late 2000s indie music and aesthetics that provide a very pleasant journey. I recommend it to everyone.”