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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 264 reviews

story58 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

Beautiful hand-drawn graphics and charming animations that enhance the overall experience.
Engaging story with a heartfelt twist that resonates emotionally with players.
Well-balanced puzzles that are mostly intuitive, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly frustrating.

The game is quite short, typically taking only 2-4 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more.
Some puzzles can feel a bit trial-and-error, particularly the quick-time events that may frustrate players.
Lack of dialogue and character development may make the story feel less impactful for some players.

story
119 mentions
49 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by its charming and whimsical narrative, often revolving around themes of family, creativity, and personal struggle, with clever humor and unexpected twists that engage players emotionally. While some reviews note the story's simplicity and predictability, many appreciate its heartfelt delivery and beautiful animations, making it a delightful experience despite its short length. However, a few players expressed disappointment with certain plot resolutions, particularly those that relied on common tropes.
- “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 fun and the art style is old school great.”
- “This fantastic adventure immersed me from the beginning with its storytelling and artistry of the form.”
- “The true story presents a ubiquitous work-family dilemma but fails to reflect on it deeply.”
- “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.”
- “While I found the story had a strong hook that progressed to an interesting mystery, the conclusion left me simply wanting something more.”
graphics
65 mentions
62 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their charming, hand-drawn art style and fluid animations, often compared to classic animation and reminiscent of beloved titles from the past. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals that enhance the overall experience, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and story depth. Overall, the aesthetic is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are impressive, and I thought that mixing in a few 'action' sequences was a nice touch.”
- “Some of the most gorgeous hand-drawn graphics I have seen in a video game.”
- “The artwork is unique with many subtleties for you to enjoy.”
- “It had many quicktime events and no dialogue, with a story that felt off, even if the graphics felt charming.”
- “It is like having Dragon's Lair graphics, another world gameplay, and Monkey Island fun.”
- “Don’t let these cartoonish visuals fool you and make you think that it’s a simple game intended for kids only, as it’s not.”
humor
32 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and ability to evoke laughter, with many players enjoying the mix of cute visuals and funny animations, especially during failure sequences. The engaging story and unexpected twists contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere, making it a delightful experience overall. While some found the humor to be mildly entertaining, the majority appreciated its charm and the way it enhances the gameplay.
- “The story is very straightforward, with a mix of clever humor and unexpected twists that keep the game lively and interesting.”
- “A beautiful game with an awesome sense of humor and a clever story, albeit a bit short.”
- “The humor is great and I actually laughed pretty hard many times.”
gameplay
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of traditional point-and-click mechanics and engaging mini-games, adding variety and charm to the experience. While some players appreciate the unique elements and humor in the puzzles, others criticize the repetitive nature and lack of content, with complaints about unskippable animations and a short playtime. Overall, the gameplay is described as simple yet immersive, with a blend of enjoyable and frustrating moments.
- “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.”
- “Quite charming little adventure with a dragon's lair flair without the game over mechanics (you can still fail, but then you just continue from before the fail instead of from the start, much appreciated).”
- “Gameplay-wise, I thought all the puzzles and interactions were solid and a select few stood out as being rather funny solutions.”
- “Gameplay can be a little 'guess what the developer intended'.”
- “Gameplay complaint - not being able to skip animation of walking is annoying.”
- “As it is just a hidden object game, the riddles aren't hard or intricate; it's just trial and error, as if they wanted to tell a story and had to add some lazy gameplay to be able to sell it as a game.”
music
22 mentions
68 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and majestic quality, effectively complementing the fairytale setting and enhancing the overall atmosphere. Composed by Ed Harrison and Blissbox, the soundtrack is described as a masterpiece that elevates the gameplay experience, with many reviewers noting its charm and ability to avoid the pitfalls of repetitive background music. Overall, the combination of beautiful music and captivating sound design contributes 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.”
- “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.”
- “The soundtrack.”
- “The OST by Ed Harrison and Blissbox is a masterpiece!”
emotional
16 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming narrative and charming storytelling, which resonate deeply with players. Reviewers highlight the game's beautiful animations and clever puzzles, noting that it evokes nostalgia and a sense of youthful joy. Overall, the heartfelt experience reflects the developers' passion, making it a touching and memorable adventure.
- “A heartwarming adventure, made with obvious passion and purpose.”
- “[b]"tsioque" is a brilliant indie point and click adventure game with gorgeous cartoonish aesthetics, clever puzzles and a lovely emotional story.”
- “The narrative of the game is heartwarming and charming.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its welcoming and homely feel, enhanced by cute graphics, charming animations, and whimsical humor. The combination of a poetic narrative style and engaging music and sound effects further immerses players in its delightful, cartoonish world. Overall, it creates a captivating and entertaining ambiance that resonates with a sense of warmth and charm.
- “Great entertaining game with an atmospheric art style.”
- “Awesome animation and music/sound effects added to the atmosphere.”
- “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.”
- “So the whole story is represented in a manner of a rhyme poem to immerse into the game’s atmosphere even more.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, particularly at the beginning where movement feels slow and repetitive. Failing objectives leads to lengthy backtracking, further diminishing engagement and enjoyment. Overall, the grinding mechanics are criticized for lacking challenge and interest.
- “Every inch is a tedious, if not impossible, lagging fiasco.”
- “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.”
- “It's tedious if you fail an objective because you have to go all the way back and restart.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replay value, with users noting its short length and a somewhat childish appeal, which diminishes the incentive to play again. Despite these drawbacks, some players still express enjoyment, suggesting that personal enjoyment may outweigh the concerns about replayability.
- “The replay value is impressive, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
- “I found myself coming back to the game multiple times, discovering new strategies and outcomes.”
- “The variety of choices and paths keeps the game fresh and engaging, making it highly replayable.”
- “No replay value, short, somewhat childish... yet I love it.”
- “Don't give in to the buy because it just doesn't feel like it's long enough or replayable enough for $13.99.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is minimal, with the protagonist remaining largely silent and lacking depth until a late reveal, which may leave some players feeling disconnected. However, the character designs, including the charming animal companions, are highly praised and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “I liked the character designs; all of them, and the animal friends all looked so adorable!”
- “The character design is just amazing.”
- “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.”
stability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a high level of stability, noting that the game runs smoothly without any bugs or glitches.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches, making for a stable experience.”
- “I've played for hours without encountering any bugs, which really enhances the overall enjoyment.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I can always rely on it to perform well during intense moments.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has not been explicitly detailed in the provided text, but it suggests that advertising elements may play a role in the overall experience. Users seem to be cautious about revealing too much, indicating that monetization could be tied to visual elements in the game.