Turok: Dinosaur Hunter

About

Turok is back and no dinosaur is safe! When it was first released in 1997, Turok introduced gamers to a world teeming with cunning enemies, traps, puzzles and deadly weapons all within a vast 3D environment ready to explore. Now the classic game has been restored and enhanced with a new visual engine and exciting new features to sink your teeth into!

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Play Modes

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The remaster of Turok offers outstanding visuals and sound, enhancing the classic experience.
Gameplay is satisfying with tight controls and a solid frame rate, making it enjoyable in both docked and handheld modes.
It serves as a great nostalgia trip for fans of the original, with improved mechanics and level variety.

The game lacks modern features and may not appeal to those seeking contemporary FPS elements.
There is no multiplayer option, and the save-point system is unfriendly, which can be frustrating.
Graphics are not on par with latest-generation titles, and the overall package has minimal frills.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their outstanding visuals, especially on the Switch, providing a clean and fast-paced experience. However, some users note that the graphics do not meet the latest-generation standards, which may detract from the overall experience.
- “Still feels like the classic Turok, with outstanding visuals and sound on the Switch. Plays great in docked and handheld mode.”
- “Clean visuals, fast-paced.”
- “Graphics are not latest-gen, but they still deliver a solid experience.”
- “The graphics are not latest-gen.”
- “The visuals are pretty short.”
- “The save-point system is unfriendly.”
gameplay
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The gameplay offers a satisfying experience that appeals to nostalgia, featuring retro mechanics that may not align with modern first-person shooter standards. While it may not meet the expectations of players seeking contemporary elements, it provides a worthwhile experience for those appreciating its old-school charm.
- “The gameplay here is satisfying enough to feel like it was worth your hard-earned cash, although I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who is looking for a game with all the elements of a modern-day game – you will not find that here.”
- “Despite the fact that Turok doesn't gel with the standards of today's first-person shooters, it nonetheless serves as a great nostalgia trip with retro gameplay that is delightfully old-school.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is characterized by minimal narrative elements, with a focus primarily on platforming gameplay rather than a deep or engaging storyline.
- “The platforming mechanics are fun, but the story is minimal and lacks depth.”
- “I found the narrative to be underwhelming and not engaging at all.”
- “The story feels disjointed and fails to connect with the gameplay.”