TSIOQUE

A pretty but slight tale, hampered by some clumsy interface decisions and a peculiarly meta finale.

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"Tsioque is a single-player comedy point and click game with an intriguing story, marvelous graphics, and good music. As Princess Tsioque, escape a deadly trap in your ancestral castle, thwart the Evil Wizard's plans, and enjoy the fully voiced dialogue tracks in this 100% hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animated 2D adventure."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 802 reviews

story211 positive mentions

grinding16 negative mentions

Beautiful hand-drawn animations and art style that create a charming atmosphere.
Engaging story with a surprising twist at the end that adds depth to the narrative.
Fun and intuitive puzzles that are mostly logical and enjoyable to solve.

Game is relatively short, taking only about 2-4 hours to complete.
Some puzzles can be frustratingly vague or require trial and error, leading to potential confusion.
Unskippable animations during transitions can slow down gameplay and become tedious.

story
449 mentions
47 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally described as charming, heartwarming, and engaging, with a mix of humor and unexpected twists that keep players invested. While some reviewers found the narrative to be simple or predictable, many appreciated its emotional depth and the way it resonated with themes of family and creativity. The art style and animations complement the storytelling, creating a whimsical atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, despite some criticism regarding the brevity and certain plot twists.
- “I don't want to spoil too much, but the developers managed to magnificently make the story evolve around the struggle of raising a child and begging for some silence to do some art...”
- “The story is very straightforward, with a mix of clever humor and unexpected twists that keep the game lively and interesting.”
- “The hand-drawn art and engaging storyline create a magical atmosphere that is hard to resist.”
- “The true story presents a ubiquitous work-family dilemma but fails to reflect on it deeply.”
- “Average story with a horrible lazy twist near the end.”
- “I hate getting invested in a story only to find out that nothing that I experienced as the player really happened, and I've personally seen this trope far too many times, so I was pretty bummed to find out that this is where the story was going.”
graphics
222 mentions
58 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Tsioque" are widely praised for their charming, hand-drawn art style that evokes a whimsical, fairy-tale atmosphere reminiscent of classic animation. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful visuals and fluid animations as standout features, contributing significantly to the game's overall appeal, despite some criticism regarding gameplay mechanics. Overall, the art style is considered a major strength, making the game a delightful experience for fans of point-and-click adventures.
- “Absolutely gorgeous graphics and setting, and the story is short, simple and has a few interesting twists to it.”
- “The graphics are fantastic, the gameplay is intuitive and easy.”
- “The art style and animations are outstanding, and the storyline and ending are awesome.”
- “Art style may or may not please you; it didn't much please me.”
- “Weird game world, pretty graphics but terrible gameplay.”
- “Although the game worked perfectly for me on a very old laptop and ran on my native resolution normally, I have to point out that there are no graphics options in the game whatsoever; the only thing in option settings are the volume settings.”
gameplay
131 mentions
21 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a blend of traditional point-and-click mechanics with unique elements such as mini-games and quick-time events, providing a mix of challenge and charm. While some players appreciate the variety and creativity in puzzles, others find certain mechanics frustrating or un-intuitive, leading to a mixed reception overall. The visuals and sound design enhance the experience, but the gameplay can feel slow-paced at times, particularly due to unskippable animations and some clunky mechanics.
- “The gameplay is elevated by pleasant music tracks and sound design.”
- “There are also additional mini-games, such as guiding a sewing needle or casting spells with a magic wand, which are fun and add variety to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic; I never knew a point-and-click game would be so great, but this one really got me hooked.”
- “Whereas point and clicks just feel slow because you can't directly move your character and the way the difficulty curves works is by just making the puzzles more obtuse rather than new mechanics that get expanded upon.”
- “Gameplay can be a little 'guess what the developer intended'.”
- “The gameplay is pretty poor; it was frustratingly slow for me.”
humor
113 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness, charm, and ability to evoke genuine laughter, often through quirky animations and unexpected twists. Players appreciate the mix of lighthearted and dark humor, with many noting the game's adorable art style and engaging story that enhance the comedic elements. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a fun, family-friendly adventure filled with amusing moments and delightful character interactions.
- “The animation is simply excellent, and the humor in the game made me laugh aloud multiple times.”
- “A beautiful game with an awesome sense of humor and a clever story, albeit a bit short.”
- “The game’s atmosphere feels welcoming and homely because of the cute graphics and the general childish humor.”
music
106 mentions
57 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and fitting quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and complementing the fairytale setting. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful orchestral soundtrack and sound design, noting that it adds to the game's charm and immersion, although some mention it may not be particularly memorable. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music and sound design also complement the fairytale setting well.”
- “The music was wonderful and enchanting as was the tale itself.”
- “The adorable characters, smooth animation, and impressive music & sound in all make this game a work you cannot miss.”
- “With such a great focus on the artwork, it's a little disappointing the sound and music aren't quite up to the same level.”
- “The music is likewise not distracting, therefore it must have succeeded in its job, it's just that even after two playthroughs, I'm hard pressed to even recall what it sounded like.”
- “Every time I play point-and-click games, I always worry about the annoying repetitive music in the background that distracts you from thinking about another puzzle.”
emotional
49 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming and charming narrative, often leaving players with a warm, satisfying feeling by the end. Many reviews highlight the beautiful animations and relatable characters, which contribute to a touching experience, despite the game's short length. Overall, players find the story engaging and evocative, making it a memorable and wholesome adventure.
- “The ending was satisfying and quite touching; the whole game leaves you with a warm feeling.”
- “A heartwarming adventure, made with obvious passion and purpose.”
- “This game pulls off quite the magic trick with characters that you can connect with emotionally that don't have a line of dialogue.”
atmosphere
23 mentions
43 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its enchanting hand-drawn art style and fitting music, which together create a magical and immersive experience. While most players appreciate the charming and welcoming vibe, some note that certain gameplay elements disrupt the intended atmosphere. Overall, the combination of engaging storytelling, beautiful visuals, and atmospheric sound design contributes significantly to the game's appeal, despite a few criticisms regarding tonal shifts.
- “The hand-drawn art and engaging storyline create a magical atmosphere that is hard to resist.”
- “The game’s atmosphere feels welcoming and homely because of the cute graphics and the general childish humor.”
- “Awesome animation and music/sfx added to the atmosphere.”
- “There is one part that feels way out of the intended game's atmosphere, and seems like it was only added to make an excuse to find more items throughout the map and lengthen the game a bit.”
- “Destroys atmosphere.”
- “The story takes kind of a weird turn 2/3 of the way through and I can't say that I like it, definitely would've preferred the game keeping the original atmosphere.”
grinding
16 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players finding certain elements, such as unskippable walking animations and repetitive tasks, to be tedious and frustrating. While some appreciated the break from traditional MMO grinding and enjoyed the puzzles, others felt that the gameplay could become monotonous, particularly when failing objectives required starting over. Overall, the experience is marked by a blend of enjoyable moments and frustratingly tedious mechanics.
- “Tediously long, unskippable walking animations and things just shouldn't exist in a modern game.”
- “It's just an unpleasant experience and way too tedious for me.”
- “In particular at the beginning, moving across the wall is a tedious and surprisingly long section of 'wait', 'click', repeat... with no challenge and no interest.”
replayability
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, primarily due to its short length and the nature of its puzzles, which offer little incentive to revisit after the initial playthrough. While some players mention the potential for achievement hunting as a reason to replay, many agree that the lack of substantial content diminishes its overall replay value. Recommendations often suggest waiting for a sale, as the experience may not justify the full price for most players.
- “It also has good replay value; there are a number of achievements for mini-games which are difficult to get on the first try, but completely doable once you know the trick and proper timing.”
- “Has a sense of replay value since you'd need to do another play-through to get the rest of the achievements, which I didn't mind at all, since it really was such an excellent adventure, and I fully intend on getting all of them after writing this review.”
- “- As this is a classic point'n'click adventure, replayability is limited to going back achievement hunting; once you've solved the puzzles and experienced the story, there's little left to come back to.”
- “I can only recommend this game to absolute hardcore point-and-click enthusiasts because it's too short to be a substantial game and it has absolutely 0 replay value.”
- “There is no replayability value apart from one scene that can be done in two different ways.”
- “- as this is a classic point-and-click adventure, replayability is limited to going back achievement hunting; once you've solved the puzzles and experienced the story, there's little left to come back to.”
character development
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is minimal, with the protagonist lacking dialogue and depth until a late reveal, which some players found unsatisfying. However, the character designs and animations are highly praised, showcasing a unique and charming aesthetic reminiscent of classic animation, contributing significantly to the overall visual appeal of the game. While the main character may not evolve much, the supporting characters and their designs add richness to the experience.
- “Tsioque has a very unique character design, reminding me of old Disney films and my own childhood drawings. It's filled with humor and delivers about 3 hours of secrets, story (with a nice twist!) and a tiny bit of action without being frustrating (you can't die) or repetitive.”
- “The star of the show isn't the title character and her perpetually irritated look; rather, it's the fantastic visuals: the art, character design, and animation are extremely well done and a joy to behold.”
- “I liked the character designs, all of them, and the animal friends all looked so adorable!”
- “I didn't feel emasculated about playing as a little girl, since she doesn't talk and doesn't really have character development until a reveal at the end.”
- “Character design is huge as well.”
stability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
Overall, user experiences with stability vary; while some report a smooth, bug-free gameplay, others have encountered frustrating glitches that hinder progress, such as getting stuck in specific scenarios.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; I haven't encountered any bugs that disrupt my enjoyment.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job ensuring the game remains stable, allowing me to focus on the fun.”
- “Buggy: I got stuck at a part (had to do nothing, wait for the cat to scare the crow away... the cat just sat there looking at Tsioque and the crow), and I gave up in frustration.”
monetization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy for the game appears to align with common practices in mobile gaming, typically priced around $2-3 or offered for free with ad support, targeting users who do not use adblockers. The game's high-quality visuals are emphasized in its advertising, suggesting a focus on appealing to potential players without compromising on presentation.
- “On app stores, this kind of game is probably $2-3 at most, usually given away for free in exchange for ads, targeting mobile users who choose not to use ad blockers.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
optimization
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a positive experience with optimization, noting the absence of bugs and performance issues during gameplay.
- “I didn't have any bugs or performance issues.”