Tron: Evolution

55%
Game Brain Score Based on 20 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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A must-play game for fans of the Tron Universe, though even they may become frustrated with some of the clunky parkour gameplay and repetitive battles.
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TRON: Evolution is an immersive 3rd person action-adventure game that pulls the player into the unique digital world of TRON. Gamers explore TRON's cities using the free running phenomenon Parkour, navigate among unique rebel factions, and fight an epic battle against a dictator's seemingly unstoppable army in the prequel story to the blockbuster film, TRON: Legacy.

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55%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
story8 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game beautifully captures the Tron aesthetic and atmosphere, making it a nostalgic experience for fans of the franchise.
  • The storyline provides a decent backstory that connects the original Tron movie with Tron: Legacy, featuring familiar characters and voice actors.
  • The online multiplayer mode and light cycle gameplay are enjoyable, adding a fun element to the overall experience.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a few hours of play.
  • Controls are often cumbersome and non-intuitive, making platforming and combat frustrating at times.
  • The graphics, while initially impressive, can feel underwhelming and lack the detail expected from a modern game.
  • story25 mentions

    The story of the game serves as a prequel to "Tron: Legacy," providing a backstory for Clu's fall from grace and connecting elements between the original film and its sequel. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and voice acting, others find it mediocre and lacking depth, particularly in character development and plot resolution. Overall, the storyline is seen as a highlight for many, despite criticisms regarding its execution and brevity.

    • “It definitely does the movie justice by giving you a backstory behind Clu's fall from grace and your role as a system monitor program ('anon') that attempts to help Flynn/Tron in bringing balance to Flynn's computerized vision of data management, the grid.”
    • “The voice acting and story are stellar, and there are some Tron favorites in here (Bruce Boxleitner, for one, and Olivia Wilde, too).”
    • “The story and cut-scenes are very good, probably the best part of the game.”
    • “Simply put, I was very disappointed in both aspects - the story and the gaming experience.”
    • “Now if that weren't enough, the story was a run-of-the-mill mediocre bad guy has a minion and they're going to take over the world thing.”
    • “They never really explained how Clu corrupted, they left Quorra's story a mystery, there was nothing about Zuse and his relationship with Quorra, and nothing more about the de-evolution of Tron/Rinzler.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    Overall, the graphics have received mixed reviews, with some praising their quality and fidelity, particularly in comparison to the source material, while others criticize certain elements as bland or low-resolution. Many players appreciate the visuals for their time, though some feel that the graphics could have been enhanced further to match modern standards.

    • “Great visuals, especially for its time.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic, it looks just like the movie.”
    • “Graphics are great, controls are challenging enough and playability is good.”
    • “Some reviews that I have read online complain about the rather bland aesthetic as well as some gameplay elements (the tank is a 'slow, lumbering' vehicle).”
    • “The graphics could have been taken up a few notches.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is described as basic yet enjoyable, with a visually stunning environment that enhances the experience. However, it suffers from frustrating mechanics, particularly in the combination of parkour and martial arts, which can lead to repeated failures in executing simple actions. While some find the gameplay fun and challenging, others express significant annoyance with its execution.

    • “Everything looks stunning, and once you get the hang of it, the gameplay is fun enough, and at times surprisingly challenging, but there are issues.”
    • “The definition of video quality is beautiful as well as the sounds of the gameplay.”
    • “The story is basic, the gameplay is basic...yet I can't help but love it.”
    • “Highly annoying gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly annoying; the combination of parkour and martial arts results in taking 20 or 30 tries to do something as simple as jump across a gap.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its significant contribution to the overall atmosphere, akin to the visual effects. However, some express disappointment over the absence of the iconic Daft Punk soundtrack, which they feel could have elevated the experience further. Overall, the ambient techno background music effectively complements the game's aesthetic.

    • “The music makes this a five star.”
    • “+ ambient techno music softly plays in the background.”
    • “The first and perhaps most obvious shortcoming was the lack of the Daft Punk soundtrack.”
    • “The background music in the movie was as critical as the visual effects in conjuring the atmosphere.”
    • “The game looks a lot like the movie, has the same music and all.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the background music plays a crucial role in enhancing the atmosphere, working in tandem with the visual effects to create an immersive experience.

    • “The background music in the game was as critical as the visual effects in conjuring the atmosphere.”
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