Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 804 reviews
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  • story
  • graphics
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Trine 5 comes out the gates swinging with new features that make it the strongest entry in the series.
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"Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy" is a 2.5D adventure where Amadeus, Zoya, and Pontius must reunite to save their loved ones and restore peace. With an all-new cast of characters, upgraded puzzle difficulty, and a skill quest system, players can enjoy single player or co-op gameplay. The game promises to be the most action-packed and visually rich chapter in the Trine series.

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

91%
Audience ScoreBased on 804 reviews
gameplay62 positive mentions
stability23 negative mentions
  • Trine 5 features stunning visuals and beautiful art direction, making it a joy to explore.
  • The game offers a variety of challenging puzzles that require creative problem-solving and teamwork.
  • The cooperative gameplay is highly enjoyable, allowing players to utilize each character's unique abilities effectively.
  • Some puzzles can feel overly complex or unintuitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • The combat mechanics are still considered weak, with many players finding them less engaging than the puzzle-solving aspects.
  • There are occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt the gameplay experience, particularly in multiplayer mode.
  • gameplay163 mentions

    The gameplay in Trine 5 is a blend of familiar mechanics and new features, offering a mix of engaging puzzles, platforming, and light combat that retains the charm of the series. While many players appreciate the introduction of new abilities and the cooperative gameplay experience, some express concerns about the overwhelming number of mechanics and occasional inconsistencies that can detract from enjoyment. Overall, the game is praised for its beautiful visuals and addictive gameplay, making it a solid entry in the franchise, though some feel it may be starting to feel repetitive.

    • “It masterfully blends stunning visuals with fluid gameplay, offering a captivating experience.”
    • “The gameplay sticks to the core mechanics, but introduces fun new stuff, so the puzzles are still a fresh challenge.”
    • “Trine 5 shines in having fine-tuned gameplay to single-player and various coop scenarios, which makes it a great party game.”
    • “While I like every release of Trine so far, gameplay-wise, Trine 3 suffers from the '3D approach', in my opinion.”
    • “The mass of game mechanics that the developers added to the game simply interferes with playing and enjoying the game.”
    • “There are too many useless abilities and unexplained mechanics and interactions.”
  • story144 mentions

    The story in Trine 5 is characterized by its whimsical and light-hearted tone, featuring familiar characters and a blend of adventure and humor, though it often serves as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point. While some players appreciate the charming narrative and engaging dialogue, others find it lacking depth and innovation, with criticisms of a bloated structure and an unsatisfying conclusion. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable but not groundbreaking, appealing primarily to fans of the series who appreciate its fairy-tale aesthetics and puzzle-driven gameplay.

    • “The story is good, the game is beautiful and the pacing is clever.”
    • “An absolute beauty of a game, continuing from the story of Trine 4, this wonderful game takes you through the fantasy world we have always dreamed of, from dragons to goblins and witches.”
    • “With its flexible puzzle-solving mechanics, adaptive level dynamics, captivating ambiance, and engaging storyline, Trine 5 proves to be a must-play for both loyal fans of the series and newcomers seeking a magical adventure.”
    • “Weak game, weak story, wonky puzzles through many of which you can just brute force your way with your abilities.”
    • “The story as a whole is not really king in this game as it just creates a backdrop for why you are doing what you're doing, but the fun is in the platforming and the puzzles, not the story at all.”
    • “My only real complaint is that the story is really flat and boring.”
  • graphics127 mentions

    The graphics in Trine 5 are consistently praised for their stunning visuals, vibrant colors, and enchanting art style, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the game's fairy tale aesthetic, detailed environments, and smooth performance, making it a visual delight that continues the franchise's tradition of excellence. While some mention minor issues with character animations or brightness, the overwhelming consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “It masterfully blends stunning visuals with fluid gameplay, offering a captivating experience.”
    • “Trine 5 is absolutely gorgeous, just like Trine 4; the artwork is just breathtaking.”
    • “The graphics are enchanting, the music is sweeping, and the gameplay and controls are a delight.”
    • “Graphics are top-notch and very detailed, but sometimes too bright and washed out in some places.”
    • “At the midpoint of the game, there is a noticeable shift in the story, and that is the reason that Trine 5 originally was a DLC for Trine 4, given its similarities in user interface, skill sets, graphic style, and remixed music tracks from Trine 4.”
    • “The visuals and gameplay deserve better than that.”
  • music94 mentions

    The music in Trine 5 has been widely praised for its enchanting quality and ability to evoke a fairy tale atmosphere, with many tracks being remixed from previous games in the series. While some players appreciated the nostalgic nods to earlier soundtracks, others felt that the reliance on remixes resulted in a lack of standout original compositions. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's beautiful visuals and engaging gameplay, maintaining the franchise's tradition of excellent audio-visual presentation.

    • “The music and environments are, as per usual, gorgeous.”
    • “As I embarked on the enchanting odyssey that is Trine 5, I couldn't help but be swept away by its whimsical charm, captivating gameplay, and a musical score that felt like it was plucked straight from the heart of a fairy tale.”
    • “With its enchanting music, captivating visuals, and delightful gameplay, it's a fairy tale brought to life.”
    • “On the other hand, I felt the soundtrack is somewhat lackluster.”
    • “The music consists of remixes of older tracks and some select new ones; I did not notice any outstanding music. Perhaps it is generally softer in the ears and not a quality that connects to the game itself, like the predecessors did.”
    • “The music volume goes up and down, louder then quieter all on its own.”
  • stability25 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous glitches, crashes, and unfinished elements, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users noted that issues were less severe in later levels, many experienced significant bugs that detracted from the overall experience, including freezing during cutscenes and problems with puzzle mechanics. Overall, the game is considered buggy, with a mix of minor and major issues impacting gameplay.

    • “Runs great on a medium system.”
    • “The animations and everything are fine; there are no glitches, and the game has very fluid animations.”
    • “The game either glitches out a lot or the textures, hitboxes, and background elements aren’t finished and just… end.”
    • “Not only that, but the game is quite buggy, and the further you get, the less polished it becomes.”
    • “Now for the negative: this game isn't the worst for bugs, but I would say it has had enough to call it a buggy game. We managed to fall through the map with glitching, puzzles not working as intended in multiplayer, so we would brute force things to get it to work.”
  • humor19 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and engaging dialogue, with players enjoying the funny animations and interactions among characters. Many reviews highlight the blend of lighthearted and serious tones, making for a delightful cooperative experience filled with amusing moments, especially when played with friends. Overall, the game successfully combines clever humor with its gameplay mechanics, enhancing the overall enjoyment.

    • “It oozes charm and humor.”
    • “Very immersive, excellent cooperative game for two or three players, funny animations, challenging boss battles.”
    • “Switching between characters is as fluid as a virtuoso's performance, and the chemistry between them adds a layer of humor and camaraderie that's both endearing and entertaining.”
  • optimization10 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with players reporting smooth performance even on lower-spec machines and minimal issues during gameplay. The graphics are described as stunning, and while there are minor concerns regarding shadow rendering and a lack of detailed graphics settings, the overall experience remains fluid and enjoyable, particularly with controller support.

    • “Exceptionally well made and optimized.”
    • “Beat the game with a friend in about 35 hours of casual playtime, well thought and challenging puzzles, visually stunning environments and no optimization problems at all, this game is a 10/10.”
    • “Great performance all the way through and very pretty visuals.”
    • “Furthermore, the game is obviously again way more optimized for controller, and although I played the previous three 2D titles with keyboard and mouse, this one was the first I exclusively used a controller for, and it didn't feel wrong or weird for a second.”
    • “Aside from a few small issues with shadows in certain levels, there were no performance hiccups.”
    • “The graphics are pretty stellar even on a machine with specs below the minimum requirements, without any performance penalty (i.e., the game still runs smoothly without lag).”
  • atmosphere9 mentions

    The atmosphere in Trine 5 is consistently praised for its magical and fairy tale qualities, reminiscent of previous entries in the series, with the exception of Trine 3. Players appreciate the combination of stunning visuals, uplifting music, and engaging narration that immerses them in a vibrant, dream-like world. Overall, the game successfully enhances its enchanting atmosphere, making it a captivating experience for fans of the series.

    • “The puzzles are stellar, the atmosphere magical; it's everything you already love about Trine cranked up to 11.”
    • “The fairytale ambient tunes perfectly complement the game's atmosphere, making you feel like you're living inside a storybook.”
    • “It has the same atmosphere as the previous games in the series, except Trine 3... disappointing.”
    • “The game delivers a familiar atmosphere and puzzles.”
    • “This combined with the narrator and uplifting music builds up the trademark fairy tale atmosphere.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and confusing, with puzzles that often feel overly complicated and silly. While the game offers a generous length, the repetitive nature of eliminating ineffective tools detracts from the enjoyment, making the experience feel slow and laborious.

    • “The game is generously long but not tediously so.”
    • “Grinding in this game feels rewarding and satisfying, making every effort worthwhile.”
    • “I appreciate how the grind is balanced; it never feels like a chore, but rather an engaging part of the experience.”
    • “The puzzles are confusing, tedious, and downright silly.”
    • “So it stops being about figuring out a fun combination of tools you use all the time and becomes a very slow and tedious process of eliminating which of all the tools are definitely not going to help you there.”
    • “The writing, cut-scenes, and secondary characters are pretty cringey, awkward, and tedious; less would have been more here.”
  • character development3 mentions

    The character development in the game is noted to be a positive aspect, with players appreciating the fairy tale aesthetic and creative character designs. However, there are concerns about a shift in the game's cultural identity, as some players feel that recent changes in character design and writing reflect a more American influence, which may detract from the original Finnish charm.

    • “The fairy tale aesthetic never fails, and the environmental and character designs are all great. The puzzles are creative, and the new powers are fun to experiment with, allowing for unique solutions to challenges.”
    • “We even had some character development this time.”
    • “The character development is engaging and adds depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “Additionally, while I was playing this game, I couldn't help but think about how the point where Frozenbyte and the Trine series stopped being 'Finnish' enough to provide local translations in the games also coincides with more 'American' (for lack of a better word) character designs (including some retcons/redesigns) and writing policies becoming more prevalent.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of Trine 5 is highlighted by its heartwarming graphics, atmospheric soundtrack, and engaging narration, which together create a wholesome and immersive experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke positive feelings through its charming visuals and addictive gameplay, making it a delightful journey.

    • “Trine 5 is a side-scrolling platformer with parkour, logic puzzles, and some fighting, paired with awesome, heartwarming graphics, an atmospheric soundtrack, and very good voice narration. Most of all, it features easy-to-learn and addictive gameplay.”
    • “Trine is a great series, a great game, and a great group of people who make wholesome and fun games.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players note that while achieving 100% completion requires more than just collecting items, this challenge enhances the game's replayability. The need to track down missed experience points also contributes to the incentive to revisit the game.

    • “It's a bit disappointing that you have to do more than just collect everything for 100% achievements, but I guess that adds to the replay value.”
    • “The replay value is significant since you'll definitely miss more XP than in the previous games and will need to track it down.”
    • “It's kind of sad that you have to do more than just collect everything for 100% achievements, but I guess that adds some replay value.”
    • “The replay value is present, as you will definitely miss more XP than in the previous games and will need to track it down.”
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Play time

20hMedian play time
22hAverage play time
15-31hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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