Toree Saturn Review

Proving the game is never over, Siactro welcomes players to the next level with their speed-based 32-bit platformer Toree Saturn.

Packing a late 90s feel and the challenge to match, should one feel the need for speed?

Toree Saturn Review

Taking control of the speedy little chickadee Toree (that’s nice), players have a rival on their hands with Hawkee (that’s mean).

Swayed by the aptly named Evil Army (and its good food), Hawkee decides to embrace this malcontent side by stealing a flavor of ice cream from the world.

Oh, the humanity!

Enter Toree Saturn and its platforming prowess. This little bird’s got the moves – and the speed to match.

Packing a brass tacks approach to platforming, Toree Saturn has players rushing through levels as they aim for a high ranking in record time.

For those who lived through SEGA’s 9.9.99 Dreamcast launch, Toree Saturn pulls a number of moves from both Sonic Adventure and Sonic Adventure 2.

Not only can Toree perform a homing attack like a well-known blue blur, one can also roll around at the speed of sound with a special maneuver.

Toree Saturn also goes its own way, featuring a double jump and the chance to go even further beyond with button press holds.

When it all comes together, Toree Saturn’s smooth flow encourages replayability and absolute mastery.

While bottomless pits prove to be periless, plentiful checkpoints make it easy to improvise, adapt, and overcome.

As a result, Toree Saturn is a true love letter to the SEGA era we so adore. Whether finding the best route through a car-packed city or traversing a cloud paradise, Toree Saturn packs pure soul.

We won’t spoil it, but Toree Saturn features an especially great nod that had us flying sky-high…

Love them or hate them, Toree Saturn also carries some Dreamcast-era quirks – primarily with its camera.

While it can be dialed in like an espresso machine, the camera in Toree Saturn does take getting used to. Take the time, and you will shine.

SEGA is also known for their stellar music, and Toree Saturn’s original soundtrack by KB goes all-in. For those who have opened their heart, Crush 40 legend Johnny Gioeli also lent his rockin’ talents for a very special track.

When it comes to extracurricular activities, Toree Saturn’s hub (accessible from the main menu) contains a skateboarding minigame (that channels another bird), along with costumes and even a “Streamblast” game console.

Again, Toree Saturn went all-in.

For those who dream of blue, blue skies, Toree Saturn and its speedy little chickadee guarantee it has been cast.

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