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  • Summary: Teslagrad is a 2D puzzle-platformer in which you play as a young lad who suddenly finds himself embroiled in an ancient conflict that will shake the foundations of his entire existence, and bring a gruesome truth to light. The game revolves around the use of electricity and magnetism, andTeslagrad is a 2D puzzle-platformer in which you play as a young lad who suddenly finds himself embroiled in an ancient conflict that will shake the foundations of his entire existence, and bring a gruesome truth to light. The game revolves around the use of electricity and magnetism, and your ingenuity will be put to the test as you employ the amazing technology of the Teslamancers to traverse the abandoned Tesla Tower. The game is completely devoid of both text and dialogue, and prefers to tell the story purely through visual means. Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Jan 8, 2015
    90
    Not only Teslagrad is one of the best independent games available for PlayStation 4, but also the perfect start for the neo-Norwegian studio Rain Games. A must have for any puzzle/adventure lover.
  2. Feb 2, 2015
    85
    Teslagrad is a great puzzle platformer. The magnets really add something different to the puzzles and the game is well thought-out. Unfortunately it's a bit short, but the replay value of Teslagrad is amazing and you'll keep playing it just to discover more.
  3. Jul 1, 2015
    85
    You’ll need to refresh your 8-bit platformer skills to survive the tower in Teslagrad, but doing so is well-worth the effort.
  4. Dec 11, 2014
    80
    An original metroidvania tupe game filled with interesting puzzles.
  5. Dec 29, 2014
    80
    Teslagrad is solid, clever and fun. If you like platforming and puzzles, you shouldn't miss this one.
  6. Play UK
    Mar 1, 2015
    75
    If it had flawless platforming, reactive bosses, and a tighter difficulty curve, then we'd be head-over-heels for Teslagrad, but as it is, it's just a good little puzzle platformer that often frustrates. [Issue#253, p.66]
  7. Dec 9, 2014
    70
    With stunning presentation, and a clever core mechanic, Teslagrad does a lot to impress. Unfortunately, its occasionally unwieldy controls, inconsistent difficulty, and needlessly challenging boss fights mar the experience. However, if you can look past these infidelities, you’ll find an incredibly unique and often satisfying puzzle platformer.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Negative: 3 out of 17
  1. Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Captivating history, beautiful graphics, intelligent mechanics and the desire to always want to play more and more to learn more about theCaptivating history, beautiful graphics, intelligent mechanics and the desire to always want to play more and more to learn more about the game universe....this defines what Teslagrad is. A great indie game, and another great metroidvania for those who enjoy the style. Expand
  2. Nov 17, 2015
    8
    Enjoyed this game very much.
    Interesting way of story telling: you'll see pieces of the story played by puppets in a "theater chambers" while
    Enjoyed this game very much.
    Interesting way of story telling: you'll see pieces of the story played by puppets in a "theater chambers" while moving to the top of the tower. Do not expect something breathtaking though - just a typical platformer plot.
    Teslagrad offers unusual game mechanics in its puzzle part. To move objects or even yourself you should choose one of two energy types (blue or red) which will charge the objects creating a magnetic field or a repellent effect - depends on how platforms in a chamber are charged.
    Some puzzles are really challenging and so are every boss especially the final one.
    About difficulty: it's not that easy. If compare Teslagrad with Steamworld Dig, the first one is much more difficult. So if you don't like dying a lot then stay away.
    Art work is nothing special but looks good.
    All in all this is a good platformer. It does not pretend to be unique, just wants to entertain you for some hours.
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  3. Dec 8, 2015
    8
    The creator of this game has a beautiful mind, and some serious sadistic tendencies. Ruthlessly hard, and mockingly unforgiving, but clever,The creator of this game has a beautiful mind, and some serious sadistic tendencies. Ruthlessly hard, and mockingly unforgiving, but clever, fun and worthwhile.

    Loses a point from me for the boss battle music grating as you die over and over again.
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  4. May 13, 2015
    7
    Teslagrad starts off great with simple and relaxing platforming gradually getting more challenging. Over time, the puzzles become harder andTeslagrad starts off great with simple and relaxing platforming gradually getting more challenging. Over time, the puzzles become harder and harder. The puzzles never get too frustrating, but the bosses on the other hand are infuriatingly frustrating. Going through the same sequence over and over is just torture after awhile. Its a shame, because I was really enjoying the puzzle platforming parts. Expand
  5. Nel
    Apr 2, 2017
    6
    great way to spend your time it is not a very long game, but the game is pretty neat and it has several fun elements to it, not anythinggreat way to spend your time it is not a very long game, but the game is pretty neat and it has several fun elements to it, not anything revolutionary, but not bad either Expand
  6. Oct 30, 2015
    5
    Teslagrad is an interesting 2d puzzle-platformer that is held back by its imprecise controls and over reliance on trial and error gameplayTeslagrad is an interesting 2d puzzle-platformer that is held back by its imprecise controls and over reliance on trial and error gameplay that, all too often, leads to having to try sections (the boss fights in particular) over and over again.

    Currently free on PS+ its worth giving a try but it has too many issues for me to wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone.
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  7. May 27, 2016
    2
    Game is utter trash. No story or dialogue to speak of. No direction or explanation of mechanics. I just wandered around these rooms not sureGame is utter trash. No story or dialogue to speak of. No direction or explanation of mechanics. I just wandered around these rooms not sure if I was going the right way, doing random puzzles solved through trial and error. All of a sudden I fight this boss. You have to go through multiple stages and guess what, its 1 hit kill and repeat entire fight. Oh and he takes up 90% of screen with a fire breath move, but you cant stay too far to right because theres a fire pit. So this means you must stay in this tiny sliver of area while moving on a conveyor belt with blocks coming down to push you. Oh and did i mention it ask all this but has floaty unresponsive movement and control of your character? So to give you a stupidly unfair fight with 1 hit kill and bad controls to do so....ultimate fail on all levels. Skip Expand

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