Trine

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 4,043 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • gameplay
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The physics-based action in this puzzle-oriented platformer from FrozenByte is inventive, satisfying, and visually stunning.
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Trine is a fantasy platformer game with single-player and multiplayer/co-op options for up to 2 players. It features an intriguing story, beautiful game mechanics, fabulous visuals, and exceptional music. The gameplay is physics-based, allowing for clever solutions to hazardous puzzles and challenges with three unique characters. Despite some bugs, Trine offers high replayability and a dense, emotional atmosphere.

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  • Windows
  • Linux
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  • Play​station 3
  • Wii
  • Wii U
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Reviews

84%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,043 reviews
graphics739 positive mentions
stability21 negative mentions
  • Beautiful graphics and art style that create an enchanting atmosphere.
  • Fun and engaging gameplay with unique character abilities that allow for multiple solutions to puzzles.
  • Great co-op experience that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
  • The story is simplistic and forgettable, lacking depth and engagement.
  • Combat can feel repetitive and lacks variety in enemies, primarily featuring skeletons.
  • The game is relatively short, taking around 4-6 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • graphics1,004 mentions

    The graphics of "Trine" are widely praised for their stunning beauty and enchanting art style, often described as resembling a living painting. Many reviewers highlight the game's vibrant colors, detailed environments, and the seamless integration of visuals with gameplay, creating a captivating atmosphere. While some mention that the graphics may feel dated compared to modern titles, the overall consensus is that they remain impressive and contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous, like a painting come to life.”
    • “Big highlight of the game is the gorgeous visuals, the graphics are really good.”
    • “The graphics are stunning and I was constantly just looking at the scenery.”
    • “Graphics are a bit dated.”
    • “Glitchy graphics.”
    • “Visuals are meh.”
  • story864 mentions

    The story of *Trine* is generally described as simple, clichéd, and often forgettable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. While some players appreciate its charming fairy tale elements and light-hearted narration, many find it lacking in depth and engagement, with a predictable plot involving three heroes bound by a magical artifact on a quest to restore peace. Overall, the narrative is seen as adequate for the game's purpose, but not particularly memorable or compelling.

    • “The story is very charming.”
    • “I love it when game mechanics and the story are connected like this.”
    • “The story is a nice - if at times cheesy - fairytale that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.”
    • “The story is thin and can be skipped.”
    • “The story is a typical fairy tale, nothing special.”
    • “The story is bland and not enough to keep my interest.”
  • gameplay830 mentions

    The gameplay of Trine is characterized by its unique character-switching mechanic, allowing players to utilize the distinct abilities of three characters to solve puzzles and navigate levels. While the game features beautiful graphics and smooth controls, some players find the combat simplistic and the overall gameplay somewhat repetitive, with a lack of enemy variety and challenge. Despite these criticisms, many enjoy the cooperative aspect and the engaging physics-based puzzles, making it a fun experience, especially in multiplayer mode.

    • “Beautiful game, smooth gameplay, and great for those who enjoy puzzles and treasure hunts.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly fun, both single and multiplayer.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, the level design allows for multiple ways of completing puzzles and progressing through the stage, the graphics are just plain beautiful, and the music is delightful.”
    • “Poor gameplay, plain design, and a lack of challenge makes this game a dull, forgettable disappointment.”
    • “The gameplay is also pretty bare-bones.”
    • “Gameplay is repetitive with lack of story direction because of lackluster voice acting.”
  • music496 mentions

    The music in "Trine" is widely praised for its enchanting and atmospheric qualities, effectively complementing the game's beautiful visuals and fairy-tale setting. Many players find the soundtrack relaxing and memorable, although some note that the tracks can be repetitive and occasionally drown out dialogue. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gaming experience, contributing to the game's charm and immersive environment.

    • “The soundtrack is very enjoyable and it sticks with you long after you played Trine.”
    • “The graphics and the soundtrack are great, but the lost vikings mechanic in a fantasy world is what brings the identity to Trine.”
    • “The music is fantastic and fits perfectly with every level, the graphics are clean and look great, the physics and combat are smooth, and the environments are stunning.”
    • “The music tracks for each level are too short and loop too often!”
    • “The music is very milled into constructed notes and melodies as you play.”
    • “The only drawback is the music which may feel boring or repetitive after a while.”
  • atmosphere138 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its enchanting visuals and captivating soundtrack, creating a cozy, magical experience reminiscent of a fairy tale. Reviewers highlight the stunning graphics, detailed level design, and immersive soundscapes that collectively enhance the overall gameplay, making it a delightful and nostalgic journey. Many describe it as a beautifully crafted world that effectively balances relaxation with engaging puzzles, appealing to both casual gamers and fans of the genre.

    • “The atmosphere of this game is great; it’s more akin to a child’s bedtime story rather than a dark fantasy, and the graphics reflect that. The world features ethereal glowing crystal formations, sparkling rivers, lush tree canopies above tangled roots, glowing lakes of lava, and myriad medieval contraptions held together with cogs and pulleys.”
    • “This game brings back such joyful memories of a decade ago - a time when the world felt a simpler, happier place, and a game of these soaring aesthetic heights, redolent with such a majestic, magical atmosphere felt like a high water mark not just for the genre, but video games more broadly.”
    • “The atmosphere the game creates is amazing; the music in the background, the nice graphics, and the setting/environment is a feast for all your senses!”
    • “The graphics in this game aren't phenomenal but the atmosphere is.”
    • “Only legitimate complaint I have is the low variety of enemies, but each of the 15 levels has its own theme, background, atmosphere, and well-written musical score to complete the mood of each realm you explore, so you hardly notice.”
    • “Charming little gem that relies mostly on its captivating atmosphere to bring you the warm fuzzy feeling of bedtime stories.”
  • humor123 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter through chaotic multiplayer interactions, funny character dialogues, and amusing physics-based gameplay. Many reviews emphasize that the game is particularly entertaining when played with friends, leading to hilarious moments and unexpected mishaps. While the story may be simplistic, the comedic elements and engaging voice acting contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience.

    • “Spent the entire time laughing.”
    • “It's hilarious when we accidentally kill each other trying to save each other with boxes and platforms crafted by the wizard haha.”
    • “The characters create a comedic contrast quite enjoyable and the results can be chaotic and funny.”
    • “The humor in this game feels forced and often misses the mark, leaving me more confused than amused.”
    • “I expected clever jokes and witty banter, but instead, I was met with tired clichés and predictable punchlines.”
    • “The attempts at humor are so over-the-top that they become cringeworthy rather than funny.”
  • replayability79 mentions

    The game's replayability is generally viewed as high, with many players appreciating the inclusion of a level editor, mods, and various difficulty settings that enhance the experience beyond the main story. While some reviews note that the game is relatively short, the presence of collectibles, achievements, and the option for co-op play contribute to its replay value. Overall, players find it enjoyable to revisit for completionist goals and experimenting with different strategies.

    • “If you decide to run it solo, it has a lot of replay value, and if you run with friends, it is a very enjoyable co-op game.”
    • “And last but not least, the game gives you a fully-featured stage editor and allows for mods, so the replay value goes far beyond the main story.”
    • “The well-implemented perks and loot system also add replay value and helped personalize the experience.”
    • “The game is fairly short (10-15 hours) and won't offer much replayability unless you want to try speedrunning it, to which the game would lend itself pretty well, I'd say.”
    • “I wouldn't particularly say the game has much replay value beyond a second run-through on very hard (if achievements and harder difficulties are your thing) as it does not have anything else to offer except being able to play with all of your previously acquired upgrades.”
    • “A relatively short game with low replayability, but I would recommend trying it out if you can score it for cheap.”
  • optimization27 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and consistent frame rates, even on lower-end hardware. While some players experienced minor issues related to settings adjustments, the majority found the game to be well-optimized, running beautifully on various configurations without significant glitches or performance drops.

    • “In terms of optimization, the game ran great for me, which is to be expected seeing its age. There were no major issues overall.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any FPS drops.”
    • “It's really well optimized; runs at a constant 60 FPS even on my toaster of a laptop.”
    • “Not played this much but just wanted to say I had severe stuttering due to anti-aliasing being set too high.”
    • “This caused stuttering every couple of seconds.”
    • “Btw, performance tip: if you use the enchanted version with an NVIDIA GPU, make sure to add the trine1_32bit.exe file to the NVIDIA control panel under manage 3D settings, otherwise even though it uses the same engine as Trine 2, you will get a lot worse performance.”
  • stability23 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is characterized by minor visual glitches and occasional bugs, particularly with AI behavior and specific gameplay mechanics, but these issues are generally not game-breaking. Players report that while some glitches can be amusing or require workarounds, the game performs well on various platforms, including Windows and Linux, and maintains a solid gameplay experience with ample checkpoints. Despite the presence of bugs, many users find the game enjoyable and fun, especially in co-op mode.

    • “Runs great on Windows 10 (64-bit) and it is ultrawide friendly (2560x1080).”
    • “Also, runs great on Linux!”
    • “Still some buggy elements after all the years, specifically with box generation with the wizard and the magnetic shield of the knight.”
    • “I couldn't even finish the game; the boss freezes in place and it doesn't matter if I restart, the boss is still frozen.”
    • “In-game VOIP is buggy.”
  • grinding19 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many noting that certain levels and enemy encounters can feel monotonous. While some appreciate the lack of mandatory grinding and the potential for completion runs, others express frustration with the pacing and the need to replay levels for achievements. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a mixed bag, with some enjoying the art and gameplay while others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment.

    • “There is no grinding as such; each level has a set amount of experience to collect.”
    • “The achievements can get kinda tedious sometimes and you might have to play through some of the levels several times if you're not using a guide.”
    • “I could go on forever about how the last two and a half hours I marathoned this game were some of the most miserable, tedious, worthless hours of my life but I'd rather pool my resources into getting past this game and hopefully enjoy the next one.”
    • “All the levels feel exactly the same, beyond level 1 there is hardly any new mechanics, from there it's just grinding your way through.”
  • emotional17 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players finding it heartwarming and touching, particularly praising its beautiful music and fantasy adventure elements. However, others criticize the story as boring and lacking depth, noting that it fails to engage emotionally despite its potential. Overall, while some appreciate the light and relaxing experience, others feel it lacks the emotional weight found in similar titles.

    • “A truly touching, beautiful and relaxing game!”
    • “Touching story, touching music.”
    • “It reminded me of a heartwarming fairytale.”
    • “It lacks interesting characters, a boring story, and a really lame ending.”
    • “Not worth my time to continue with a boring story.”
    • “Too easy, with a boring story.”
  • character development7 mentions

    Character development in the game is noted as somewhat lacking, with players feeling a disconnect between character design and storytelling. While there are moments of character interaction and development, many reviewers express a desire for deeper attachment and more cohesive storytelling to enhance the overall experience. The character design is praised, but the narrative delivery leaves some players wanting more.

    • “The levels were beautifully rendered and engaging, although the character development and the story itself were a little tenuous.”
    • “Some of it is told while levels load and only accompanied by a rather simple map tracking progress; some of it is narrated in-game, and there is a bit of character development when the three characters speak up on occasion.”
    • “But I can't help but feel disconnected with the character design during the gameplay and the characters drawn during the storytelling; they are so different.”
    • “I would've liked more character development and attachment.”
    • “Some of it is told while levels load and only accompanied by a rather simple map tracking progress. Some of it is narrated in-game, and there is a bit of character development when the three characters speak up on occasion.”
  • monetization5 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for including nag screens and advertisements despite players having already paid for it, leading to feelings of frustration and disappointment among users. Many reviewers express that this approach feels like a cash grab and undermines the overall value of the game.

    • “I can't in good faith recommend paying for a game that has nag screen advertisements in it.”
    • “However, I can't, in any amount of good conscience, recommend a game when they put advertising in it.”
    • “We've already paid for the game - fuck off with your ads.”
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Critic Reviews

85% average critic score

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Play time

8hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
6hMain story
15hCompletionist
6-12hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 31 analyzed playthroughs

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