Yukumo is a young girl who travels around in her airship, her pride and joy. When visiting a particular Far Eastern town to run some errands her airship suddenly breaks down. She decides to explore the town to search for parts for repair; however, the town has fallen silent with no trace of the people who live there, the only inhabitants being a strange cat-like species...
Tasomachi is an adventure game in which you can freely explore an Far Eastern Fantasy town. You will control Yukumo as you explore the mysterious town, clear dungeons and collect items in order to fix your broken down airship.
Tasomachi: Behind the Twilight, as an action platformer, leaves something to be desired. Had it been announced as an exploration simulator, or even as an “ongoing project”, the title even fulfills its role. In terms of visuals, music and gameplay, Yukumo's adventure shows great potential; on the other hand, these positives aren't enough to make Tasomachi...
TASOMACHI: Behind the Twilight is a relaxing 3D platformer that's excellent if you want to chill while running and jumping around. Plus, its many cleverly-hidden collectibles, lovely music, and gorgeous game world are sure to delight as you explore.
When I read reviews for games like Tasomachi I often tend to wonder why smaller-market and indie games in general tend to get reviewed as if they're competing with blockbusters from genres with a much wider audience...
Tasomachi: Beyond the Light starts off with an intriguing premise, but the plot doesn't go anywhere, and the ending feels abrupt. The environments are great to look at, and the platforming challenges vary greatly, but the platforming mechanics aren't tight enough to be enjoyable. It's a short game that can feel long, and while the dedicated collect-a-thon...
Tasomachi: Behind the Twilight is unpolished and suffers from its slow start and lack of story. It's not a standout game, not even a particularly good one...but there's something there. It's an introductory step by a fledgling developer that shows real promise.
