PlayStation LifeStyle writes: "With video games, nostalgia can be a challenging affair. Oftentimes, the over-the-top epic from yesteryear just falls flat, which is specifically why Trine is so refreshing. It's not a masterful remake of an old 16-bit staple, but it certainly plays like one. It's very much inspired by old-school platforming titles, albeit designed with more contemporary hardware in mind. What sets it apart is its presentation quality and the fact that it's a brand new IP. Contained within is a solid storyline that's somewhat tongue in cheek, and a strong gameplay experience."
Poor reception hasn't killed this series. A document released this week by the EU Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), confirming projects it plans to help fund in 2018, has revealed that a number of indie studios are working on new games.
VGChartz's Taneli Palola: "Pulkkinen is a relatively new face in the video game industry. Thus far he has worked exclusively on games developed by Finnish game studios, but I wouldn't be surprised if at some point in the near future his music begins to attract attention from elsewhere as well. Given that he is only 34 years old he likely has many more years ahead of him in the video game industry."
"One of the oldest and most integral genres in video gaming is platforming. In the simplest idea, these games involve progressing an avatar through a series of obstacles by jumping from one platform to another. Originating back in the 1980s, platformers are not a pure genre; there is a tendency for other game types to mix in with platforming. For example, Contra gave rise to “run and gun” games; these are a cross of platforming and shooters."-- PlayStation Enthusiast
I realllllly want this game. Just have no time.
great review but for me too much money right now.
This game was such a pleasant surprise for me. I admit that I'd never heard of it until it appeared on the Euro PSN Store - Decided to give it a go on chance, and loved every minute.
This game must be played local co-op. it is ten times better than playing alone
Solid and fresh game, worth its money. 8.5/10 to me.