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Tomba! Special Edition

Limited Run Games · Aug 1, 2024

PC · PS5 · PS4 · Switch

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Tomba! returns in Tomba! Special Edition, the ultimate version of the legendary platforming masterpiece. As the titular Tomba, you leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes on a quest to overcome a deplorable cadre of nefarious pigs. Along the way, you’ll explore ancient relics, discover fascinating characters, unlock thrilling quests, and unearth hidden treasures. It’s a platforming adventure that perfectly fuses linear and nonlinear gameplay styles. Tomba! was first published in 1997, and is back today in a vastly-expanded special edition packed with quality of life improvements, including: Save Anywhere! No more worrying about heading back to a checkpoint. Rewind - Stuck on a difficult challenge? Try again! Toggle for analog control A museum crammed with classic print advertisements, original packaging and manuals, never- before-seen dev documents, and high-res original artwork A new remastered soundtrack Interview with the creator, Tokuro Fujiwara

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  • Pure Nintendo

    Kaelyn Daugherty · Sep 26, 2024

    8.5
    Tomba! Special Edition is a fantastic and unique game. Even though I had hoped for a full remaster, the original is still fun just the way it is. The added content and features—like saving anywhere and rewinding—are great, and despite some dated mechanics, the colorful world and quirky side quests make it a rewarding, fun experience that is definitely worth playing. While the 34 year old me scores Tomba at an 8.5, purely due to outdated mechanics, the 7 year old me gives it a 10/10 ;)
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  • ZTGD

    Ken McKown · Aug 21, 2024

    6.5
    Even with all these features though I still feel the price point is a bit too high. It feels like this should have been both games packed together for $30 or separately at $15, it just feels a little above its value. Still there is a lot to love here if you have nostalgia for the original games. This isn’t going to convert any newcomers to the church of Tomba, but if you grew up in the PSOne era and have good memories of this quirky platformer, this package will likely satisfy.
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  • PlayStation Universe

    JOE RICHARDS · Aug 16, 2024

    7.0
    Tomba! Special Edition is a thorough remaster of a classic underappreciated title from PlayStation history that manages to stand out among a sea of other mascot platformers. A pioneering force in the popularisation of the 2.5D platformer, I enjoyed being given the chance to see where this subgenre began. While there are definitely relics of archaic PlayStation-era design, these are almost an expectation rather than a point of heavy critique. For those familiar with the antics of this cave boy, you'll feel right at home. And the bonus materials sweeten the deal too.
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  • Way Too Many Games

    Oliver Shellding · Aug 16, 2024

    6.5
    Tomba! Special Edition is a really cool title to lift from the annals of history, and I think that it deserves both recognition and appreciation for what it does. While the series never quite took off in a longform way, I think Fujiwara-san should be proud of his creation and all that went into Tomba! and its sequel. Moreover, I just love that fans get a chance to play something that isn’t a go-to PS1 title when talking about this generation. Plenty have delved into the JRPGs, fighting games and horror games of the fifth gen era. But this unique blend of exploration, action and humor stands alone as something worth experiencing, either for the first time or all over again.
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  • GameCritics

    Justin Grandfield · Aug 14, 2024

    7.0
    Tomba! Special Edition is a charming reminder of the experimental days of the PS1 era, and the cute characters and wonderful soundtrack still appeal. However, the flaws in this port and some of the game’s original issues might make it a bit tough for newcomers to fully embrace this beloved cult classic.
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  • GearsRealm

    Tom Henry · Aug 12, 2024

    8.0
    Tomba! Special Edition is a fun throwback that keeps the spirit of the original game alive. It has some quirky quests and controls that might not suit everyone, but if you’re a fan of the original or enjoy offbeat platformers, it’s worth checking out. The updates are nice, but the game still feels very much like the classic it’s based on. – Tom Henry
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