Customers express satisfaction with the challenging yet rewarding puzzles, the intriguing storyline, and immersive gameplay of The Talos Principle. Many praise the game's beautiful graphics and minimalist aesthetic. The narrative, exploring themes of AI and humanity, is also frequently highlighted as a strong point. Overall, the game is lauded for its well-designed puzzle mechanics and captivating world.
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Game play, Puzzles, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant, beautiful, glorious brain-teaser
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I bought this game, because I was craving a puzzle game like Portal. While this game doesn't have Portals and is very different mechanically, it offers similar and even more difficult challenges. This game is just a lot of fun for people who like puzzles, and the beautiful world, enchanting story make it all the more charming. I love this title.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Puzzles, Story
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Exercise for the Brain (and Mind)
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I really enjoy the minimalist aspect to interacting with the game world. There is a fair amount of story hidden on terminals throughout the levels. And the puzzles require some thought and maybe help from a friend.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics, Puzzles, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing puzzle game with philosophical elements
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I really enjoyed the world and atmosphere that this game created. The visuals are beautiful, the story and setting is interesting, and the puzzles take some real effort. Would recommend to anyone who's enjoyed puzzle games.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
The Witness before the Witness was the Witness
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The Talos Principal is a solid puzzle game. Not much else to say about it, really. Did you like Portal? Did you like The Witness? Did you like almost any other First Person puzzle game? I wont spoil anything about the Talos Principal, but only say if you enjoy some puzzles that will make you think, or even try a few ideas you know the creators didn't mean for as a solution, jump with glee when you ridiculous idea works, or fume when it doesn't, then this game will satisfy.
I haven't beaten it yet, but I'm enjoying it a lot so far. The only reason for a 4 star rating as opposed to 5 is the fact that some areas can be a little big, but with no reason or need to explore. There are some hidden goodies, but they seem far and few between.
Other than that, it was a good buy and I recommend the game to anyone that enjoys puzzle games.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughtful, dazzling!
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You may not have heard of this game, but it's an amazing, thoughtful experience. Unpredictable, and surprising. Great puzzles and narrative.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Beautiful game
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The Talos Principle is a fun and challenging puzzle game on the level of PNUMA. You are a character who is exploring their surroundings without knowing any of your past (at least, as far as I've gotten in the game).
The music is really good and the visuals are beautiful. When we started the game I told my wife that I wanted their levels as my back yard (It kinda looks like central Texas). The aural effects are also good - ambient crickets, feet on gravel, waves lapping on shores, etc. Good stuff.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics, Puzzles
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great puzzle game
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Fantastic puzzle/adventure type game. The puzzles are well-crafted and fun to decipher. Great graphics and background music make this a fun game to play.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Puzzles
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A solid puzzler
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A fun first person puzzle game reminiscent of Portal, albeit more serious. Recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Challenging puzzle, interesting premise
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Like to solve puzzles and have intriguing storylines? This is a game for you - looks and plays great!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great port.
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Not always a solid 60fps, but a very nice port of an excellent game!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great thinking man's game
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I enjoy the puzzles this game offers. It can be repetitive, but it is rewarding and I always want to do one more puzzle. Not much besides the puzzles, but that's just why I bought it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic challenging puzzle game
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This is a great puzzle game. It reminds me of portal, but it makes you think more. Anyone Who does not turn away from a challenge should absolutly get this game.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible if you're the puzzle loving type.
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This game, though new, seems to qualify as a hidden gem amongst the PS4 big boy titles. Great puzzles! Don't miss this one!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A change of game
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This game is fun but can be challenging at times. If you like Portal 2, you will definitely like this game. However, not too many stores will be carrying this game.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absoluely great
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This is a very well made game for the PlayStation 4. highly recommend you best it at best buy & save some money.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Talos
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This came can be very puzzling if you do not pay attention to the little details.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic puzzle game.
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This game is full of interesting puzzles and a thought provoking story. It's important to note that this is a puzzle game. Those looking for fast-paced gameplay should look elsewhere. That said, it is a fantastic puzzle game and not one you'll regret jumping into.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It's an "ok" game, not what I was hoping for...
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The game was not what I was looking/hoping for. The puzzles are the same over and over....you just have to figure out different angles to achieve your goal. It does take some skill but I was looking for a skill/puzzle game that had a story line and a multitude of interacting puzzles where your choices also made a difference in outcome.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Puzzles
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic game
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This game is a great puzzle game that deserves everyone's attention. Play it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Towel-OSE
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this game was alright, i guess. Some of the puzzles were interesting and clever, but others i was forced to look for a solution to because they didnt seem to have a rhyme or reason as to what i was supposed to be doing.