The Touryst

"The Touryst Deluxe is a compact adventure that captures the spirit of a holiday getaway. Shin’en Multimedia has crafted a series of voxel islands that feel like miniature dioramas, each filled with puzzles, playful distractions, and a relaxed atmosphere. The …"

"If you enjoy variety in your indies then The Touryst will certainly impress with its consistently enjoyable and imaginative game world."

"The Touryst is a leisurely puzzle/adventure game that should satisfy those looking for something very light to play on the go. Everyone else might find the experience too trivial and forgettable, apart from the unique visuals."

"The Touryst does not make the player save the world or defeat demonic lords of darkness, quite the contrary - it&s;s an adventure game set in a beach holiday universe and one which gets things right. With plenty of things …"

"Overall, The Touryst on Xbox Series X is a fun and engaging game that makes use of the next-generation console’s power by super-sampling for a super clear image and near instantaneous load times."

"A colourful, vibrant adventure that&s;s sure to stand out as a true family-friendly option for the next-gen. The platforming feels imperfect when needed the most thanks to limited camera control, however, The Touryst&s;s puzzles are bound to keep you on …"

"The Touryst is a secret indie gem that I really hope will gradually make some waves."

"The Touryst was a surprise hit that kept me coming back for more as I delved deeper into the puzzles and adventure. There are some frustrating sequences, particularly the more complex platform puzzles where the camera angle can be a …"

"There isn&s;t a strong narrative that strings together this adventure, but the lack of one makes the whole experience a bit more beguiling. If I were subject to an endless series of cut-scenes where characters prattle through the exposition, I …"

"The Touryst is what I have always wanted from an indie game; everything just meshes together so well to make the players feel like they&s;re on vacation, giving a feeling I&s;ve never felt from games before, and for that, I …"

"A relaxing little adventure with gorgeous graphics, easy puzzles, and good vibes."

"Even with the occasional tricky platforming section The Touryst is an absolute joy to play. There&s;s a diverse range of puzzles and silly mini-games for you to discover and have an absolute blast with. It&s;s a delightful bite-sized adventure that, …"

"&s;The Touryst&s; offers players a unique gameplay opportunity by combining beautiful graphics with challenging depth perception puzzles, and a captivating story. I found the game to be quite relaxing but at the same time frustrating due to the overall lack …"

"The Touryst is a wonderful slice of adventure gaming paradise, but it features some tough platforming and challenges that can be a little frustrating. Ultimately, though, these concerns are minor when compared to the visual splendour and dream-like atmosphere of …"

"The Touryst feels like a tiny game at first - but it reveals a lot of depth and freedom in the end. Especially fascinating is the super smooth gameplay and performance. The only thing I was missing in the end …"

"The Touryst won&s;t let you relax. Instead, the developers have prepared for you a 5-hour story full of puzzles, challenges and even mini-games across 8 colorful environments."

"The Touryst is a great mini-adventure that has a diverse set of puzzles to complete, packed in with charm and style. The minimalistic approach ensures the player doesn&s;t get too distracted by anything else and the fetch quest style of …"

"Is there a better way to start a New year than taking a holiday on a tropical island? The Touryst is all about going on a relaxing holiday. Well it was, until the unnamed protagonist wearing his Hawaiian shirt steps …"

"This compact tropical adventure blends light platforming, gentle puzzles, and a handful of quirky side activities into a breezy, weekend‑length experience. With its charming voxel visuals, smooth performance, and laid‑back structure, it offers a pleasant, low‑pressure escape that’s easy to …"

"The puzzles might not be the most taxing you&s;ll ever come across and you&s;ll blow through the whole thing pretty quickly, but overall this is a top-notch – and perfectly priced – little gem."

"This is a real gem that every Switch owner should seek out and download."

"[i]The Touryst[i] may sport minimalistic visual designs, but make no mistake, it truly is a technical showcase for the Nintendo Switch with all the effects it throws around at the same time, all at a locked 1080p60 while docked. Shin&s;en …"

"Brilliant, amusing, varied without ever losing consistency or amalgam, it is really difficult to recommend a more suitable title to end the year in style. Well done, good trip!"

"The Touryst is an absolutely stellar action-adventure game that sends players on a whirlwind journey of mini-games, puzzle solving and scenic vistas all bundled in one of the most visually impressive engines to date on the Switch."

"All in all, The Touryst is a fun little game, with a lot going for it. If you have the spare money to pick this up, and want something quick and fun to get through the weekend, I would recommend …"