Tomba! Special Edition: Jump, Bite, and Throw Your Way to Victory
Tomba! Special Edition is a meticulously crafted revival of the 1997 PlayStation classic. Developed under the supervision of creator Tokuro Fujiwara, this version preserves the unique non-linear platforming experience while adding modern conveniences that make it accessible for a new generation of players.
Category
Adventure, Action, Sports, Simulation, Platformer, RPG, First-person shooter, Action-adventure, Fighting, Real-time strategy, Racing, Shooter, Puzzle, Casual, Strategy game, Massively multiplayer online role-playing, Stealth, Horror, Open world, Music, Role-playing, Visual novel, Life simulation, Party, Action RPG, Tactical role-playing, Survival, Battle Royale, other
About
Tomba! Special Edition is a meticulously crafted revival of the 1997 PlayStation classic. Developed under the supervision of creator Tokuro Fujiwara, this version preserves the unique non-linear platforming experience while adding modern conveniences that make it accessible for a new generation of players.
The story follows Tomba, a wild, pink-haired boy whose precious gold bracelet is stolen by the villainous Koma Pigs. To retrieve it, he must travel through a vibrant world, completing 'Events' (quests) and capturing the seven Evil Pigs in magical bags. The game features a unique 2.5D perspective, allowing Tomba to jump between the foreground and background to solve puzzles and find hidden secrets.
Features
- Modern QoL improvements including a Rewind feature and Save Anywhere functionality.
- High-definition UI and localized text for a crisp, modern look.
- Enhanced audio options with the choice between the original OST or a newly remastered soundtrack.
- Exclusive interview with Tokuro Fujiwara, providing deep insights into the game's creation.
- Comprehensive Museum filled with high-resolution concept art, original sketches, and promotional materials.
- The classic 'Event' system featuring over 130 unique missions to discover and complete.
Ratings
User Reviews
- An absolute masterpiece of game design. The quest system is way ahead of its time, and the special edition features make it so much more playable today. The rewind button is a lifesaver!
- Tomba! is pure nostalgia. The remastered music sounds incredible, and the developer interview is a treat for any fan of PlayStation history. Still the best platformer ever made.
- I never played this back in the day, but I'm hooked now. The world-building and the way quests intertwine is fascinating. It feels like a precursor to the Metroidvania genre.
- This is how you do a classic re-release. No unnecessary changes to the core gameplay, just great enhancements and plenty of bonus content. Tomba still has so much charm!
- Five stars! The art style holds up surprisingly well, and the special edition's museum mode is a gold mine for game historians. I hope they do Tomba 2 next!