
Tchia
Release Date: March 21, 2023
Adventure, TPP, sandbox, indie games, action adventure, exploration games, Game Pass, singleplayer
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Steam
An adventure game with an open world, in which we play the role of a girl exploring an archipelago inspired by the landscapes of New Caledonia. Tchia is the creation of the independent studio Awaceb.
Tchia is an adventure game with an open world, in which we travel through a tropical land. The game was developed by the independent studio Awaceb.
Plot
Tchia takes us on a journey to a fictional place, to be precise, to a land inspired by New Caledonia, a small French island in the Pacific Ocean, where the developers come from. The heroine of the game is the girl, who walks through the archipelago, meeting its inhabitants and experiencing various adventures.
Mechanics
In Tchia, the action is shown from the third person perspective (TPP). During the game, we explore the region, travelling on foot or on board of a boat. Moving around the locations is made easier by the impressive skills of the protagonist, who can both climb on elements of the environment and swim, use a provisional parachute or even use trees as a kind of launcher. In addition, Tchia is able to take control of animals and various objects like tyres, which gives her additional capabilities; as a bird, for example, she can travel long distances in the air and as a dog she can dig deep holes in the ground. She is also able to play the ukulele; this way, we sometimes push the story forward or manipulate the game world, summoning animals or changing the weather. Although initially her repertoire is limited, with time we unlock new melodies.
All this is not only useful during exploration and completion of various tasks, but also helps us to discover the secrets of the presented world and to solve numerous puzzles. As we progress, we are gaining hundreds of cosmetic accessories to change the look of both the heroine and her boat, as well as useful tools like torch, compass or camera.
Technical aspects
Tchia has colourful graphics in cartoon style.
Videos and Screens
[1:09] Tchia Tchia - Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer
[1:03] Tchia Tchia - Nintendo Switch Release Date Trailer
Hardcore Gamer: 3.5 / 5 by Kyle LeClair
Tchia is a terrific ode to New Caledonia that's sadly hampered by a bloated and standard open-world design that tries to do too much. Still, even if the gameplay isn't wholly original, there's fun to be had here, with truly impressive sights and sounds that can make the archipelago a delight to explore at times. Just try to maintain some focus as you navigate the numerous distractions and you'll experience quite the impressive trip.
Game Informer: 8.5 / 10 by Kyle Hilliard
Tchia drips with joyful, explorative fun. The idea of letting players loose in an interactive sandbox is a goal that has been chased by developers since video games began. Few truly give you the freedom to frolic in a virtual playground, and though Tchia is not without its shortcomings, it’s a rare instance where the temptation to just play in the digital world is rewarding at just about every turn. The tone, the music, and Tchia’s abilities all come together to create something that is simply fun, and it all takes place in a setting that demands to be explored.
Destructoid: 8.5 / 10 by CJ Andriessen
Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
Tchia Summary
Platforms:
PC Windows March 21, 2023
PlayStation 4 March 21, 2023
Nintendo Switch June 27, 2024
PlayStation 5 March 21, 2023
Xbox Series X/S July 11, 2024
Tchia System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-7600 3.5 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 580 or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-9600 3.1 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 5700 or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit