Tyler

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Tyler is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by ILLUSIONETWORK and was released on January 14, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Tyler is a puzzle/arcade videogame. Solve all the puzzles by drawing the right combination of flows and destroying all the obstacles on the Grid! You can also play in 1vs1 or team coop 2vs2 multiplayer mode.

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

story2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game provides a unique twist on standard puzzle mechanics, combining action with strategic thinking.
Players have found moments of joy and hope while engaging with the game, highlighting its potential to uplift during tough times.
The art style and visual presentation, while simplistic, have been appreciated by some players for their charm.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including poor resolution support and clunky controls that hinder gameplay.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and frustrating, with mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
The tutorial is inadequate, leaving players confused about the game mechanics and how to progress effectively.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay of Tyler is characterized by a mix of low poly 3D visuals and simplistic mechanics, which some players find annoying and neurotic. While the game offers a variety of tasks and engaging elements, the pacing can become overwhelming, particularly with the introduction of faster bomb mechanics in larger levels, leading to a potentially tedious late-game experience. Overall, despite its appealing visuals and story, the gameplay struggles to maintain a satisfying flow.
- “Fantastic gameplay, incredible story, eye-popping visuals, amazing royalty-free soundtrack, fantastic characters, and tremendous replayability.”
- “The game looks and feels great for a pipeline-type game, but the tone and flow of the gameplay is a little neurotic and self-conflicted.”
- “Tyler is a somewhat broken low poly 3D rendered 2D top-down shooter/brawler with some placement/pathing puzzle gameplay thrown in.”
- “The mechanics are annoying and hyper simplistic.”
- “The game does a good job of always throwing you something to do - I wish the pace of bomb dropping was lower. By mid-game, bombs with shorter fuses start appearing and the levels get larger. I can imagine that by late game, the gameplay devolves into almost a slow grind to remove obstacles, learn the connect-the-dot pattern, and let bombs explode, only connecting it all in one shot at the very end.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is described as a calming and enjoyable experience, with some players opting to turn it off for a more focused gameplay. While the soundtrack is noted as royalty-free and fitting, the overall emphasis is on the game's fantastic gameplay, story, and visuals rather than the music itself.
- “Fantastic gameplay, incredible story, eye-popping visuals, amazing royalty-free soundtrack, fantastic characters, and tremendous replayability.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Go into options and turn off the music (trust me - oh, and check the neat gamepad diagram).”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users noting that they fall short of current industry standards, despite appreciating the art style. However, others praised the visuals as eye-popping, highlighting the overall aesthetic appeal alongside strong gameplay and storytelling.
- “Nice art style though.”
- “Fantastic gameplay, incredible story, eye-popping visuals, amazing royalty-free soundtrack, fantastic characters, and tremendous replayability.”
- “It's far below the state-of-the-art visuals gamers expect as a result of their decisions.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail that modern games offer.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is praised for its inspirational message about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, complemented by fantastic gameplay, engaging characters, and impressive visuals. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's replayability and immersive experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Fantastic gameplay, incredible story, eye-popping visuals, amazing royalty-free soundtrack, fantastic characters, and tremendous replayability.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's tremendous replayability, attributing it to its fantastic gameplay, incredible story, and engaging characters, all complemented by stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack.
- “Fantastic gameplay, incredible story, eye-popping visuals, amazing royalty-free soundtrack, fantastic characters, and tremendous replayability.”