You might not remember it but Tadpole Treble was a quiet hit when it launched in 2016. Coming to PC and Wii U - we gave it 9/10 stars at the time - calling it a "wonderfully charming experience" with "satisfying gameplay and a catchy soundtrack". We're quite pleased to see then that it's getting a second chance, as developers BitFinity has launched it today on Switch as Tadpole Treble Encore.
You'll play as Baton, a young resident of Tadpole Pond. Swimming a little too far out, Baton gets snatched up by a hungry pelican not long after hatching and she needs to find her way back home.
Seeing you embark on a musical adventure, it uses sheet music as your gameplay foundation. The aim is to dodge notes that appear in each level, which can be enemies or additional obstacles, hitting percussive notes to the musical beat to score points. Doing this will fill up your treble charge, allowing Baton to charge through any obstacles.
Bringing us 30 original compositions, 14 levels and 5 boss fights, Encore also comes with some exclusive content, so it's not just a straight port. That includes new unlockables, a brand new stage and handheld mode support.
On sale for $8.99 USD, we'll be checking whether it still holds up on Switch, so keep an eye out for our upcoming review.
Did you play Tadpole Treble before? Are you happy to see it on Switch? Let us know down below.
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Waiting for European release for now. According to Matthew Taranto, they want to release it in other regions but it's proven to be more difficult than expected. The great thing about Switch is that I can always go to US eShop and get it from there if it seems like it won't come to Europe.
Will get this next week!
I can’t figure out how this game even plays after watching several videos. But it looks and sounds fun.
@AG_Awesome This is why I find demos to be the most helpful resource when trying to figure out whether I'll like a game or not. Every game should have one.
But does this version have the level creator?
@Joeynator3000 Yes the show the level creator in the trailer
Will it have Toadofsky as a Nintendo exclusive? That would be kinda epic lol
On brawlinthefamily.com, Matthew says that he'll "be back next month to post about a spiffy new project".
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Surprised I never came across this on the WiiU eshop during its original release.
@Spiders Just watched it, coolz. I bought this game on Steam but never messed with the game too much, I think i just prefer most games on consoles. lol
@Tourtus same. Was hoping this game would have one. Hopefully the review for it will be more detailed on how to play than their Wii U one was.
@Late ohno I thought the article stated it was coming today... I prefer to keep my account in one country because otherwise I need to keep multiple trash accounts.... I hope they bring it over to EU because it looks charming and fun and at 8 euro's I wouldn't even think twice and buy it just to try it
Fun facts: The brothers that made this game once spoke at an event I produced which included a Tetris tournament. Matt ended up winning and brought home a Wind Waker Edition Wii U as a prize. Good people. Will Buy.
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