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Tsuro: The Game of The Path

94%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
gameplay, stability
94% User Score Based on 1,455 reviews

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About

"Tsuro: The Game of The Path" is a Kids Puzzle game that offers both multi-player and single-player options. The game allows you to create your own journey by placing tiles and sliding your stone along the created path. With its intricate artwork, fluid animation, and sparkling pyrotechnics, the digital version brings the original board game to life. Intuitive tactile controls make for a smooth and immersive board game experience. Highly recommended by multiple app reviewers for its beautiful design and engaging gameplay.

94%
Audience ScoreBased on 188 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • Tsuro offers a calming and charming experience with beautiful graphics and relaxing music, making it a great way to unwind.
  • The game is easy to learn but has enough strategic depth to keep players engaged, with various modes that add replayability.
  • It supports multiplayer options, allowing for fun interactions with friends or challenging AI opponents, making it suitable for all ages.
  • The interface can be confusing, with a lack of clear labels and a camera that snaps back to a default position, making navigation difficult.
  • Multiplayer functionality is problematic, with issues like auto-disconnecting games and a cumbersome setup process for online play.
  • Some players find the pacing slow, with long wait times for turns, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their intricate artwork, likened to a blend of Da Vinci and Bob Ross, and are described as beautiful and engaging. Players appreciate the game's performance across various settings, noting that it runs well even on low-end hardware while maintaining crisp visuals. Additionally, the game offers a VR version, enhancing the overall graphical experience.

    • “Beautiful graphics, relaxing music, and more game modes than the original board game.”
    • “Amazing graphics even at their lowest setting, the game runs very well on my low-end laptop.”
    • “The artwork is so intricate, it's like Da Vinci met Bob Ross in a board game.”
    • “Speaking of, separate volume settings, various languages, statistics (useless right now, aren't counted properly unless the whole game is restarted after each match), tutorial, hints, resolutions, windowed mode, graphics detail settings are all available (looks great on 'economy visuals' as well).”
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience. However, some users note that it can become repetitive over time, although it can be turned off if desired. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's aesthetic and gameplay well.

    • “Very zen and relaxing music, lovely to listen to.”
    • “Beautiful graphics, relaxing music, and more game modes than the original board game.”
    • “An absolutely delightful board game with relaxing music and easy to grasp gameplay.”
    • “Beautiful but repetitive music; everything else is perfect.”
    • “The setting and music are pretty.”
    • “Very calming music.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally well-received for its simplicity and depth, allowing players to quickly learn the rules while still engaging in strategic thinking. However, some users feel it requires more polish. The game features impressive presentation and a variety of modes, including a non-timed solo mode that offers a relaxed experience.

    • “Essentially, the rules take about 5 minutes to learn, but there is a good deal of finesse to the gameplay in order to score the most points.”
    • “The gameplay is simple, yet the strategies can be very deep -- how many moves ahead can you think?”
    • “I think the gameplay needs more polish.”
    • “(The fans sometimes kick in fierce, but I believe that's a function of the aforementioned low-end laptop.) The gameplay is simple, yet the strategies can be very deep -- how many moves ahead can you think?”
    • “Amazing presentation, loads of different gameplay modes, and I really appreciate the non-timed solo mode for zen gameplay.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the game's "terrific replayability," noting that it offers unlimited opportunities for enjoyment, making it highly recommended for players seeking a game worth revisiting.

    • “Unlimited replayability and definitely worth checking out.”
    • “Terrific replayability.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that Tsuro creates a calming and relaxing atmosphere, ideal for unwinding. The game's quick and enjoyable nature enhances this serene environment, making it a perfect choice for a laid-back gaming experience.

    • “Brew some hot water and dip in that chamomile tea, turn down the lights, and spark up some nag champa incense to set the atmosphere—because playing Tsuro just exudes relaxation.”
    • “Each game is quick and fun, but what I love above all is the atmosphere it creates.”
    • “Brew some hot water and dip in that chamomile tea, turn down the lights, and spark up some nag champa incense to set the atmosphere—because playing Tsuro just exudes relaxation.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users appreciate the game but report that it has some bugs, indicating that stability could be improved.

    • “I like it a lot, but it is a bit buggy.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by the challenge of navigating winding paths while avoiding edges, which evokes a sense of tension and focus. Players often feel a mix of frustration and satisfaction as they strive to keep their marker on the board, enhancing the overall emotional engagement with the gameplay.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the repetitive tasks involved in starting new games and managing AI slots, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “A quicker way to start a new game, changing game mode and dragging multiple markers over multiple AI slots every time is tedious.”

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