Trifox

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 77 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Trifox is colorful and humorous with a minimal story, but a surprisingly full gameplay experience. While I had some issues with the mechanics, the game still manages to be a solid 3D platformer and twin-stick shooter.
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"Trifox is a 3D action-adventure game featuring a talented fox seeking to reclaim his stolen TV remote. Choose from three classes – Warrior, Mage, Engineer – or mix abilities for a custom hero. Explore four danger-filled worlds, using magic, might, and gadgets to outfox foes and unlock 30 abilities."

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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  • Xbox
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Reviews

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
gameplay11 positive mentions
story7 negative mentions
  • Trifox offers a fun and colorful gameplay experience with a mix of action platforming and twin-stick shooting, appealing to both kids and adults.
  • The game features diverse loadout customization, interesting enemy variety, and clever level designs that reward exploration.
  • The combat mechanics allow for unique class combinations, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.
  • The game struggles with a lack of a compelling story and can feel repetitive, with levels following a similar pattern.
  • Controls can be unresponsive at times, and certain mechanics, like aiming and platforming, may lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Hidden collectibles can be difficult to find, and the inability to backtrack in levels can make exploration tedious.
  • story20 mentions

    The story in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its humorous and nostalgic elements, while others criticize it for being minimal, boring, and filled with unskippable cutscenes. Despite its charm, many feel the narrative lacks depth and coherence, leading to a disjointed experience that detracts from the overall gameplay. Overall, the story is seen as a secondary aspect, overshadowed by the fun mechanics and exploration.

    • “The game definitely sets out to let you experience the story rather than just play through it.”
    • “The story, even if quite cheesy, has its charm and the puzzles aren't overly difficult.”
    • “Beautiful, fun gameplay, cute nostalgic story, and you get to be a fox!”
    • “The story is just bad guys literally making noises across a multitude of unskippable cutscenes that overstay their welcome.”
    • “Not to mention the character is very lifeless and the story is quite boring.”
    • “The pacing felt slow, and there isn't much of a story here.”
  • gameplay20 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its variety, smooth mechanics, and engaging level design, offering a mix of platforming and combat that encourages exploration and creativity. While some players appreciate the challenge and customization options, others criticize issues like repetitive level patterns, confusing mechanics, and technical problems such as lag and unskippable cutscenes. Overall, the game delivers a colorful and entertaining experience, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its mixed execution of various gameplay elements.

    • “Really enjoyed the varied level design and mechanics.”
    • “Trifox is colorful and humorous with a minimal story, but a surprisingly full gameplay experience.”
    • “While I had some issues with the mechanics, the game still manages to be a solid 3D platformer and twin-stick shooter.”
    • “The gameplay is varied thanks to the fully customizable combat options, and levels also pose their own challenging puzzles and obstacles.”
    • “Graphics are really blocky and garish, gameplay is laggy and slow, and there are unskippable cutscenes that repeat when you die.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The game's graphics are generally praised for their vibrant and colorful style, reminiscent of classic platformers, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some players noted issues with blocky designs and garish elements, alongside concerns about laggy gameplay and unskippable cutscenes. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point, enhancing the fun and entertaining gameplay.

    • “Fun little indie game with nice graphics and entertaining gameplay.”
    • “With an art style reminiscent of the golden era of platformers, this game provides an excellent balance of boss battles with fun and engaging combat.”
    • “Good colorful graphics, solid enemy variety.”
    • “Graphics are really blocky and garish.”
    • “Gameplay is laggy and slow.”
    • “Unskippable cutscenes that repeat when you die.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny storyline, visual gags, and a plethora of hidden easter eggs and secrets that enhance the overall experience. Players find the colorful presentation and lighthearted tone enjoyable, making exploration and gameplay feel rewarding and entertaining.

    • “The story is funny, the abilities feel good, the exploration is fun and rewarding.”
    • “First, there are so many small hidden easter eggs, secrets, and funny moments; it's just a pleasure to see it all unfold.”
    • “Trifox is colorful and humorous with a minimal story, but a surprisingly full gameplay experience.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the lengthy levels and the challenge of locating hidden collectibles, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers enjoyable content, the repetitive nature of replaying levels for completion can feel excessive and may lead to frustration.

    • “One of my main gripes about the game is that the hidden gem collectibles can be pretty obfuscated, and when the levels are as long as they are, it makes it tedious to replay them and give exploration another go.”
    • “Some grinding is required past full completion.”
    • “I will also add that the 9 actual levels get progressively longer and more tedious - although they never increase in actual difficulty.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is well-suited to its atmosphere and enhances the overall experience, though it may not stand out enough to be included in a video game music playlist. Overall, the soundtrack is praised for its quality and alignment with the game's vibe.

    • “The soundtrack, however, is great and really fits the vibe of the game.”
    • “The soundtrack, however, is great and really fits the vibe of the game.”
    • “The music fits the game well, but it won't be added to any VGM playlist.”
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