Tails of Iron

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  • Summary: Set in a grim land plagued by war, Tails of Iron is a hand-drawn RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the Rat Throne, you must restore your broken Kingdom by banishing the merciless Frog Clan and their ferocious leader, Greenwart. As you explore the deceivinglySet in a grim land plagued by war, Tails of Iron is a hand-drawn RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the Rat Throne, you must restore your broken Kingdom by banishing the merciless Frog Clan and their ferocious leader, Greenwart. As you explore the deceivingly charming world, you'll encounter a cast of unique companions, ready to aid you in your adventure. And you'll need all the help you can get, whether that's new meal recipes, blueprints to forge deadly weapons and armour, or even a land-chugging, armour-plated mole mobile! Overcome your fears. Rescue your brothers. Restore Your Kingdom. Your tail has begun. Master Brutal Combat: From frog zombies to gargantuan grubs - and everything in-between - the Kingdom is awash with danger. To overcome each perilous encounter, you'll need to study your opponent's attacks and react accordingly! Thankfully, there's a range of deadly abilities at your disposal, including parry bashes and fatal executions, not to mention ranged attacks with your nifty bow and arrow. Explore a Treacherous Kingdom: Fully accompanied by the deep, raspy narrations of Doug Cockle (voice of Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher), prepare to embark on an epic adventure across the mediaeval-fantasy Rat Kingdom. Complete side quests and faction hunts for some additional gold-on-the-side, or join forces with a sharp-eyed companion to help even the playing field. Customise your Attack: Adapt Redgi's combat style to the task at hand. Heavy armour may provide better protection but can you really afford to slow down your dodge-roll? And then there's the question of weapon; axes pack a punch, while spears are quick and nimble. Perhaps you'd prefer the all-round performance of a trusty broadsword? … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. TheGamer
    Sep 17, 2021
    90
    From milking bugs to slaying frogs with jetpacks, Tails of Iron is an off-the-walls, brilliantly intuitive sidescroller, but it has a heart and keeps you gripped from start to finish as you slaughter a conveyor belt of would-be challengers. It’s not about avenging your father, not entirely - it’s about family and community. Vin Diesel would be proud. Sadly, it’ll probably get lost in the busy end-of-year shuffle among the triple-A powerhouses. But in the downtime between releases, make some room for Tails of Iron - it’s one of 2021’s best.
  2. PC Invasion
    Sep 27, 2021
    90
    Tails of Iron could go deeper on the story and lighter on the backtracking, but if it ever gets a sequel I hope it maintains obvious love seen in the art direction and design.
  3. KeenGamer
    Jan 21, 2022
    90
    I have to say, I don't often play games like ToI. I don't mean souls-likes, or RPGs or Indie Games. I mean games that I excitedly yell at people about. Tails of Iron wasn't a transcended experience, it won't revolutionize the gaming industry or anything. It is, however, a well-designed, fun and charming game. It's something I simply need you to experience, and if it can make me feel that way, it deserves some praise.
  4. Ragequit.gr
    Nov 3, 2021
    80
    Although Tails of Iron is made with care, exploration and player freedom could be emphasized much more. Thrilling combat, meagre optional content and some simplified quests strewn over a small gameworld comprise a game of contradictions. We hope it is successful enough so that we can see a more ambitious sequel at some point.
  5. Meristation
    Oct 21, 2021
    78
    Tails of Iron offers challenging combat along with some exploration touches with a shy metroidvania personality and some 2D platforming. And despite its little variety and a guided narrative, it offers an enjoyable game experience with some peaks in difficulty that represent quite a challenge. All this with an absolutely charming audiovisual presentation.
  6. Everyeye.it
    Sep 17, 2021
    77
    The small smudges reported up to this point do not compromise the experience as a whole. In the approximately 10 hours of gameplay required for completion, to which another handful is added to complete all the secondary ones left open, Tails of Iron constantly keeps the player's attention high, just like Redgi's shield. We are far from the complexity of a full-fledged souls-like, but the production of Odd Bug represents an engaging, at times exhilarating challenge, which will certainly keep even the most demanding players busy.
  7. GameOver.gr
    Sep 24, 2021
    70
    Tails of Iron offers an unapologetically straightforward action platform that thrives in its simplicity, visceral combat system and nice-looking visuals.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
  1. Ramalian
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    What a great adventure. I don't remember the last time when I spent 2 days in a row playing some game morning till night, something beautiful,What a great adventure. I don't remember the last time when I spent 2 days in a row playing some game morning till night, something beautiful, history, lots of weapons, interesting Souls like mechanic, just a great game… Expand
  2. Sadra99
    May 25, 2022
    10
    I won a lot from this game and it had a really good fighting system. An interesting and simple story. I highly recommend this game for thoseI won a lot from this game and it had a really good fighting system. An interesting and simple story. I highly recommend this game for those who like action and sword games.… Expand
  4. PrinzVonLicht
    Dec 22, 2022
    9
    Es un gran juego, con una diseño artístico muy cuidado un sistema de combate simple de entender pero difícil de dominar que brillaEs un gran juego, con una diseño artístico muy cuidado un sistema de combate simple de entender pero difícil de dominar que brilla especialmente cuando toca pelear con jefes los cuales cambian sus patrones de ataques a medida que van perdiendo salud. También es un juego muy exigente y frustrante que lastimosamente hace que no sea para todo el mundo. En cuanto a la música solo puedo decir que cumple con creces y los escenarios suelen ser pastillero pero tienen cierto black tracking a medida que consigues ciertas herramientas. Por último resaltar que su duración me parece la justa ya que si se alargará fuera muy repetitivo. Si está en descuento es sin duda que no debería dejar de pasar nadie que le guste los juegos soulslike.… Expand
  5. darkliga1
    Oct 26, 2021
    8
    If fun challenging with mildly soul-liked combat is your desired, it’s your game absolutely.
  6. bambook
    Feb 17, 2022
    7
    Только из за рисовки, боевки и некоторых механик. А так в целом игра на любителя. Часто душная и нелогичная. СреднеТолько из за рисовки, боевки и некоторых механик. А так в целом игра на любителя. Часто душная и нелогичная. Средне
  7. Traxillion
    Oct 4, 2021
    7
    Very cute and inventive souls like
    Well worth your time considering how short it is (took me 4 hours to beat)
    Some points are docked due to    Very cute and inventive souls like
    Well worth your time considering how short it is (took me 4 hours to beat)
    Some points are docked due to the repetitive nature of the side quests, the game shines when the main story is put on display and no contrived obstacles are between you and the end goal.    … Expand
  8. NathanielPrime
    Dec 30, 2022
    3
    Imagine Salt and Sanctuary but with really simplistic equipment, no character customization, and clunkier combat. Enemies do an absolutelyImagine Salt and Sanctuary but with really simplistic equipment, no character customization, and clunkier combat. Enemies do an absolutely insane amount of damage and armor is almost pointless. It looks cool, but is more style than substance.… Expand

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