Rating: ★★★★★ - Amazing
Time Played: 8 hours

Gameplay:
- 3D Collect-a-thon Puzzle-platformer which lets you use tiny, colorful creatures called Tinykin to solve puzzles and navigate the environment. Game is a hybrid mix of PS1 classic 'Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue', Pikmin and Banjo-Kazooie.
- The controls are tight and responsive with precise platforming and puzzle-solving.
- Variety of Tinykin types, each with distinct abilities, adds depth and complexity to the gameplay.
- The level design is intricate and rewarding, with numerous secrets and collectibles that encourage exploration.
- The difficulty ramps up steadily, presenting increasingly challenging puzzles that require clever use of the Tinykin’s abilities.
- Time Trials are an optional fun way train skills and get costumes however require absolute perfect precision to get Gold in.

Story\Dialogue:
- The narrative is charming and whimsical, following the Milodane’s adventure in a world where they are much smaller than everything around them.
- Dialogue is witty and filled with humor, making interactions with NPCs enjoyable and adding to the game’s lighthearted tone.
- The story unfolds near the end of the game and despite the light-hearted nature from start to finish, gives a somewhat grim reveal of the nature of the world.

Graphics:
- 'Tinykin' features a mix of 2D and 3D in a vibrant and colorful art style that is visually appealing and perfectly complements the game's playful atmosphere.
- Character designs are cute and distinct, making it easy to distinguish between different Tinykin types and NPCs.
- The environments are beautifully crafted with attention to detail, creating a world that feels alive and inviting.
- Smooth animations and a consistent frame rate contribute to an overall polished visual experience.
- Milodane always looks like he's walking backward, a minor nitpick.

Before you Play:
- Exploring every nook and cranny is crucial for finding all collectibles and secrets, which can significantly enhance your enjoyment of the game’s world and story.
- Make sure to experiment with different Tinykin abilities to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles efficiently.
- Feel free to skip the races if costumes and perfect precision is not your goal.

Fun game
Racing minigames were hard
engaging lore
can't eat piece of giant cake :(
9/10

It's Pikmin, but for people who don't own a Nintendo Switch.