Tron: Identity

Tron: Identity

April 11, 2023

AdventurePuzzle Nintendo SwitchPC

In a new Grid, forgotten by its creator and left alone to evolve without User intervention, an unprecedented crime has been committed. The Repository stands at the center of this society. In the aftermath of a break-in, the future of this Grid hangs in the balance. TRON: Identity is a …

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Critic Reviews (26)

Aaron Riccio Slant Magazine Apr 2023
50.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

75.0

"The game doesn’t feel particularly focused on or interested in the mystery at hand so much as in better establishing the world of TRON for a future sequel, which may or may not come to fruition. Identity is beautiful and …"

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Alparslan Gürlek Atarita Apr 2023
82.0 /100

"TRON: Identity shows how good storytellers visual novels can be and how valuable games can come out of this genre."

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Brodie Gibbons Press Start Apr 2023
65.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

65.0

"Mike Bithell&s;s writing, as it often is, remains on point as his team establishes new colours within an already riveting sci-fi world, not by replicating what came before-as appropriate as that may have been thematically-but by taking the franchise in …"

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Casey Scheld Gamers Heroes Apr 2023
65.0 /100

"Tron: Identity’s mystery has a strong foundation, but there’s just not enough meat on the bone. There’s a lack of places to go and people to see; this rendition of The Grid looks the part, but it ends up being …"

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Charlie Kelly Checkpoint Gaming Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

82.0

"Tron: Legacy is a great and fitting return for the sci-fi franchise, providing a gripping neo-noir story that bubbles away on a single moody, rainy night. Foundations of the exciting, futuristic world explored years prior are now realised even further …"

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Chris White God is a Geek Apr 2023
80.0 /100

"Tron: Identity is a smart take on the visual novel genre, and does something different with the source material it is based on."

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Donovan Erskine Shacknews Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

75.0

"Tron: Identity weaves an interesting detective story that expands the franchise mythos. While those invested in the lore will enjoy diving deeper into this universe, newcomers would have benefitted from a bit more exposition. Despite that, Tron: Identity’s branching story, …"

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Giovanni Colantonio Digital Trends Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

30.0

"Tron: Identity is a smart and respectful use of the classic series, turning it into a gripping sci-fi detective story."

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Jason Fanelli GameSpot Apr 2023
70.0 /100

"A strong take on a storied Disney franchise is held back by its brevity."

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Jordan Biordi CGMagazine Apr 2023
85.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

73.0

"TRON: Identity is a short, sweet, and incredibly engaging interactive novel that perfectly captures the essence of the franchise."

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Joseph Whitfield VGamingNews Apr 2023
50.0 /100

Graphics

6.0

Gameplay

4.0

Story

5.0

"Although my time with Tron Identity was brief, it was nice to return to the virtual landscape that makes up The Grid. The world inside has undoubtedly moved on since the events of Tron Legacy, but the world is as …"

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Keith Langston Cultured Vultures Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

85.0

"Thanks to its wide variety of choices and unforgiving consequences, Tron: Identity is a surprisingly high-stakes visual novel that draws you in and keeps your attention."

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Luis Alvaro Entertainment Geekly Apr 2023
60.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Bithell Games has once again demonstrated their prowess in combining storytelling and gameplay elements, following in the footsteps of their earlier successes like John Wick Hex and Thomas Was Alone. TRON: Identity is a delightful package of mystery, engaging characters, …"

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Marc Deschamps IGN Apr 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"Tron: Identity is a hard game to review. Bithell Games has done an excellent job capturing the look and feel of the brand, and there&s;s a lot to enjoy while it lasts. That said, each play through offers a fairly …"

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Mark Steighner Hardcore Gamer Apr 2023
69.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

62.0

Story

71.0

"The team at Bithell Games has an obvious love for their subject. This is true for writers of most fanfic. The challenge is creating an engaging narrative experience for those not on the inside, so the casual gamer can sweep …"

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Matt Miller Game Informer Apr 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

70.0

"While I applaud Tron: Identity’s unique structure, I never found myself drawn in and engrossed in the unfolding story. Everything feels authentic to the Tron universe, and fans like myself should appreciate new wrinkles in the setting. But even with …"

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Matúš Štrba SECTOR.sk Apr 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

68.0

"If you are a fan of the Tron universe, you don&s;t have to worry at all, the game can draw you in and brings an interesting story. But it also works the other way around. The world of Tron can …"

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Oliver Shellding WayTooManyGames Apr 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

78.0

"What players are left with is something similar to my experience with Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition. If you love the source material, it’s going to be a grand expansion of the world and, truly, this is a great entry to …"

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Peter Triezenberg RPG Fan Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

73.0

"Tron: Identity is a solid visual novel that fans of the Tron property should absolutely check out."

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Rick Lane Guardian Apr 2023
40.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

70.0

"This visual novel spins a passable yarn in a noirish atmosphere, but would benefit from more space to explore it"

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Sarah LeBoeuf Tom&s;s Guide Apr 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

50.0

"Despite its short length, Tron: Identity&s;s visual novel/detective story is well worth playing – and replaying – to unravel the latest mystery of life on the Grid."

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Sean Davies FingerGuns Apr 2023
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

92.0

"Some of its endings might leave you feeling a little derezzed, but the branching narrative journey you take to get there makes Tron: Identity an experience worth having. Thought provoking writing and incredible music are coupled with an enjoyable card …"

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Shaun Munro Flickering Myth Apr 2023
65.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

58.0

Story

63.0

"Tron: Identity expands the world of the IP in a modest yet intriguing way, courtesy of Mike Bithell’s imaginative and evocative – if perhaps spare-to-a-fault – writing."

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Steve Wright Stevivor Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

20.0

Story

20.0

"There’s a lot of fun to be had within Identity, from a delightful narrative, engaging characters and brain-teasing puzzles. It’s a small, yet refined package that’s sure to delight those into mysteries. Quite obviously, a bit of knowledge about the …"

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Trent Cannon Nintendo Life Apr 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

70.0

"Tron: Identity won&s;t wow anyone with its puzzles, but it does a great job of telling a tight story that changes with each playthrough. The short playtime encourages you to explore the world a bit more and uncover new truths …"

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Zoey Handley Destructoid Apr 2023
80.0 /100

"Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won&s;t astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash."

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