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Troll and I

Troll and I is an ambitious undertaking that packs some good ideas. However, poor delivery makes it a hard game to recommend, especially in its current condition.
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33%Game Brain Score
music, emotional
gameplay, story
43% User Score Based on 21 reviews
Critic Score 35%Based on 13 reviews

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Troll and I is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with fantasy and violence themes. It was developed by Spiral House Ltd. and was released on March 21, 2017. It received negative reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

A Mythical Adventure: Befriend the fabled Troll and embark on a journey through the Nordic wilderness as two outcasts struggling to survive. Choose your combat style based on the situation. Become the Troll and stomp hunters with your massive feet, or smash them with your giant fists. Switch to Otto for quick, nimble attacks and fast traversing.

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43%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
music3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Fun couch co-op game that can evoke nostalgia for older gaming experiences.
  • Interesting premise with a blend of exploration, cooperation, combat, crafting, and survival elements.
  • Some touching moments in the story that showcase the bond between the characters.
  • Numerous game-breaking bugs and technical issues, including crashes and graphical glitches.
  • Clunky controls and poor AI that hinder gameplay, especially in co-op mode.
  • Graphics and overall presentation feel outdated, resembling PS2-era games.
  • gameplay
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Troll and I" has been criticized for its slow animations, lack of new combat mechanics, and unrefined mechanics that hinder the overall experience. Players find the dual-character system unbalanced, leading to periods of inactivity for one character, while the absence of a map complicates navigation and backtracking. Overall, the gameplay feels disjointed and lacks the depth needed for a satisfying single-player experience.

    • “A lot of the people I think reviewed this based on the price/gameplay comparison, which is fair.”
    • “These idols can be used to upgrade your character's skills such as health, but they don't introduce new combat mechanics.”
    • “Troll and I is ambitious but rubbish, with flawed mechanics and weak storytelling.”
    • “So many slow animations for everything you do makes for really slow-going gameplay.”
    • “It seems like they tried to write a good story, but the actual gameplay is annoying.”
    • “Troll and I is a hodgepodge of different and disparate game mechanics that have been combined in an extremely lackluster way.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story attempts to explore themes of friendship and ambition but ultimately falls short, with players finding it monotonous and poorly executed. While some segments highlight meaningful connections, the overall narrative is hindered by flawed mechanics and a lack of depth, leading to a disjointed experience.

    • “It can feel quite monotonous exploring such similar environments over the course of 7 hours, but the story segments that showcase an incredible friendship are worth witnessing, even if, like me, you have to redo 75% of it.”
    • “It seems like they tried to write a good story, but the actual gameplay is annoying.”
    • “Troll and I is ambitious but rubbish, with flawed mechanics and weak storytelling.”
    • “It tries to tell a simple story and totally stumbles over it.”
    • “Maybe because there are no blood effects, these 'people' aren't actually human, but that seems too deep of a story for this game.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game have been criticized for being subpar, with issues such as graphic corruption in vegetation and menu text, as well as unrefined visuals overall. Players have also noted that changing graphics options can lead to crashes, and the lack of a map contributes to gameplay frustrations.

    • “Graphic corruption in vegetation and text in menus.”
    • “Also, for a $50 title, the graphics are subpar, as is most everything with this game.”
    • “Unrefined graphics and gameplay; no map makes backtracking and knowing what to do next a constant nuisance.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received negative feedback, with users reporting poor performance and labeling it as a poorly optimized PC port. Initial impressions suggest significant issues that may hinder gameplay experience.

    • “Horrible performance.”
    • “Unoptimized PC port???”
    • “Trollolol performance... first impressions (pre-review)”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received a low rating of 2/10, with users expressing confusion over its positive reviews, which they feel are misleading compared to their own negative experiences.

    • “Overall 2/10 -- I do not understand how it's getting descriptions like 9/10 and 'overwhelming' as it displays in some of its advertising.”
    • “The monetization system feels exploitative and heavily favors players who are willing to spend money.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features an intriguing blend of genres, resulting in a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The interesting concept of genre crossover creates a great soundtrack.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Each track is carefully crafted, making the soundtrack a standout feature of the game.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring touching and heartbreaking moments that create a profound journey throughout the campaign. Many players feel these impactful experiences make the game worth playing, even in solitude.

    • “However, there are definitely touching moments throughout the campaign that are heartbreaking, and I think the game should be played for these very few moments, even if alone.”
    • “This game is an emotional journey from start to finish.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through the relationship between the player and the troll, drawing a parallel to the dynamic seen in Michael Bay's Transformers franchise, particularly between Optimus Prime and Shia LaBeouf's character, suggesting a strong emotional connection and growth throughout the game.

    • “The relationship between the player and the troll showcases brilliant character development, reminiscent of the dynamic between Optimus Prime and Sam Witwicky in Michael Bay's Transformers franchise.”
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35%Critics’ scoreBased on 13 critic reviews
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Troll and I is a role playing game with fantasy and violence themes.

Troll and I is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Troll and I was released on March 21, 2017.

Troll and I was developed by Spiral House Ltd..

Troll and I has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Troll and I is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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