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TSIOQUE

A pretty but slight tale, hampered by some clumsy interface decisions and a peculiarly meta finale.
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86%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
grinding, replayability
94% User Score Based on 528 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 4 reviews

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TSIOQUE is a single player casual puzzle game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Smile and was released on November 7, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"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."

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story116 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions
  • Beautiful hand-drawn animations and charming art style that enhance the overall experience.
  • Engaging story with clever humor and unexpected twists that resonate emotionally.
  • Well-balanced puzzles that are mostly intuitive, providing a satisfying challenge without excessive frustration.
  • The game is quite short, typically taking only 2-4 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more.
  • Some puzzles can feel unintuitive or rely on trial and error, leading to moments of frustration.
  • The lack of a skip option for certain animations and timed sequences can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • story
    238 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is characterized by its charming and whimsical narrative, often revolving around themes of family and creativity, with clever humor and unexpected twists that engage players emotionally. While some found the story straightforward and short, others appreciated its depth and the unique way it was presented, likening it to a fairy tale. However, a few critiques noted disappointment with certain plot resolutions, particularly the use of common tropes, which detracted from their overall enjoyment.

    • “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.”
    • “It is a feel-good story with a quite unpredictable plot twist towards the end that will warm your heart.”
    • “However, my biggest problem with the game was the story, specifically the way it ended (major spoilers ahead, so be wary).”
    • “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.”
    • “[spoiler] I was really enjoying the medieval theme of the game, and I was immensely disappointed when I found the story transitioning to the cliché 'it was all a dream' or 'it was all in their head' story.”
  • graphics
    131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their charming and beautiful art style, often described as reminiscent of classic animation and hand-drawn aesthetics. Reviewers highlight the impressive visuals, fluid animations, and the overall captivating atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. While some critiques mention gameplay mechanics and story issues, the artwork consistently stands out as a major highlight, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable.

    • “The graphics are fantastic, the gameplay is intuitive and easy.”
    • “Some of the most gorgeous hand-drawn graphics I have seen in a video game.”
    • “Absolutely loved the art style!”
    • “Don’t let this cartoonish visuals fool you and make you think that it’s a simple game intended for kids only, as it’s not.”
    • “It is like having Dragon's Lair graphics, another world gameplay and Monkey Island fun.”
    • “I had to use a walkthrough for two parts in the game where the way to advance was not at all apparent, but the aesthetic of the game makes up for those few moments of frustration.”
  • humor
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its clever and engaging humor, featuring a mix of cute visuals and funny animations that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone, with many moments of laughter stemming from both the story and the humorous outcomes of gameplay failures. Despite its short length, the humor is consistently highlighted as a standout aspect, making it a delightful point-and-click adventure.

    • “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.”
    • “Such a wonderful sense of humor from beginning to end.”
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a mix of traditional point-and-click mechanics with unique mini-games that add variety, though some players find it repetitive and occasionally frustrating due to unskippable animations. While the puzzles are generally solid and entertaining, the overall experience can feel empty and short, leading to mixed feelings about its depth and content. Despite these criticisms, many appreciate the charming story and immersive elements that keep players engaged.

    • “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).”
    • “A nice story with an interesting twist, really liked it; the way of story representation for this game is fascinating. The gameplay and music are also mesmerizing... recommended.”
    • “Overall, the gameplay of this game is a layer of entertaining complication.”
    • “Gameplay can be a little 'guess what the developer intended'.”
    • “Gameplay complaint - not being able to skip animation of walking is annoying.”
    • “While the mechanics of this game were fairly typical for a point & click game, I found much of the game to be very empty.”
  • music
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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, with many reviewers noting its ability to avoid the pitfalls of repetitive background music common in point-and-click games. Overall, the combination of beautiful music, sound design, and artwork contributes significantly to the game's charm and immersive experience.

    • “The music was wonderful and enchanting as was the tale itself.”
    • “Fantastic art, animation, and soundtrack.”
    • “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
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming narrative and charming storytelling, which resonates deeply with players. Many reviews highlight the game's beautiful animations and clever puzzles, emphasizing the personal touch from the developer that enhances the overall experience. Players often express feelings of nostalgia and joy, making it a memorable and touching 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.”
    • “You can tell it comes from a very personal place on the developer's side, which makes it all the more heartwarming.”
  • atmosphere
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a welcoming and homely feel, enhanced by cute graphics, charming animations, and whimsical humor. The atmospheric art style, combined with engaging music and sound effects, creates an immersive experience, further enriched by the storytelling presented in a rhyming format. Overall, it offers a delightful and enchanting ambiance that captivates players.

    • “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.”
    • “It has its own charming atmosphere and beautifully animated cartoonish graphics.”
    • “The atmosphere feels welcoming and homely because of the cute graphics and the general childish humor.”
    • “Awesome animation and music/sound effects added to the atmosphere.”
    • “The whole story is represented in the manner of a rhyme poem to immerse players into the game’s atmosphere even more.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 significant backtracking, compounding the annoyance of having to restart sections without any engaging challenge. Overall, the grinding experience is characterized by a lack of interest and excessive lag.

    • “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
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that it is short and feels somewhat childish, leading to a consensus that it does not justify its price tag of $13.99. Despite these drawbacks, some players still express enjoyment of the game.

    • “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
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is minimal, with the protagonist remaining largely silent and lacking depth until a significant reveal at the end. However, players appreciate the character designs, noting that they are visually appealing and contribute positively to the overall experience.

    • “I liked the character designs; all of them, and the animal friends looked so adorable!”
    • “The character design is just amazing.”
    • “The character development is intriguing, especially with the reveal at the end.”
    • “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
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report a high level of stability in the game, noting that they encountered no bugs or glitches, and experienced smooth gameplay throughout.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that monetization in the game is a point of contention, with some users expressing concerns about its impact on gameplay and overall experience. While specific details are not disclosed to avoid spoilers, the advertising elements suggest a focus on in-game purchases that may affect player engagement.

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TSIOQUE is a casual puzzle game with comedy theme.

TSIOQUE is available on PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing TSIOQUE.

TSIOQUE was released on November 7, 2018.

TSIOQUE was developed by Smile.

TSIOQUE has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

TSIOQUE is a single player game.

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