Tides of Tomorrow Review
Tides of Tomorrow is a choice-driven game, but this time, not in the way you’re used to.
The story revolves around a widespread disease, and your main goal is to find a cure. Along the way, you’re constantly faced with difficult decisions, and every choice you make has a real impact on how the story unfolds and what happens next. But what truly sets this game apart is a unique mechanic we don’t usually see: the choices made by players before you actually affect your experience. Because of that, you’ll encounter different scenes, outcomes, and situations depending on what others did before you.
This system creates a fascinating layer of responsibility. You can choose to be kind and helpful, making things easier for the next player, or you can act selfishly and make things worse for whoever comes after you. Every action leaves a mark. For example, you might steal something from a shop, and the next player finds the shopkeeper angry and blaming them. Or you might leave an area in chaos, forcing the next player to fix everything you caused. You can even trick others by making a choice that seems right, only for the next player to discover the betrayal later. It’s a very creative idea that makes your decisions feel bigger than just your own playthrough.
The story itself is emotional and engaging. It pulls you in and keeps you thinking about your choices long after you make them. The number of tough decisions you face is honestly surprising; there are moments where no option feels easy or completely right. I personally finished the game twice, and each time I noticed different scenes and outcomes depending on what the previous player had done, which made the experience feel fresh again.
Exploration is an important part of the game. As you travel, you’ll meet different characters and help people along the way. One of the most important elements is something called “Ozen,” which is a medicine that keeps you alive. It’s not easy to find and managing it becomes a key part of the gameplay. Your choices directly affect how much of it you get. If you run out and reach a critical state, strange and unexpected things start happening, I won’t spoil it, but it’s something you’ll want to experience yourself.
The game also includes some light and enjoyable side missions. They’re fun, simple, and introduce you to a variety of unique and sometimes strange characters. Each side story adds a bit more personality to the world. There is also some light combat while you’re sailing on your boat, but honestly, it didn’t feel very necessary and wasn’t the strongest part of the game. The soundtrack, while fitting in some moments, is not particularly memorable and doesn’t stand out compared to other games in the genre.
What really stands out is how meaningful every decision feels. Each choice can shape the story, the world, and even the ending. It’s one of the best games I’ve played in this genre. If you enjoy story-driven games and making impactful choices, this is definitely a must-try.
The game takes around 12 to 17 hours to complete depending on your playstyle, and it’s priced at $30, which feels fair for the experience it offers.
Game score: 8.5/10
Reviewed by: Ruba Jaiousy
Tides of Tomorrow is a choice-driven game, but this time, not in the way you’re used to.
The story revolves around a widespread disease, and your main goal is to find a cure. Along the way, you’re constantly faced with difficult decisions, and every choice you make has a real impact on how the story unfolds and what happens next. But what truly sets this game apart is a unique mechanic we don’t usually see: the choices made by players before you actually affect your experience. Because of that, you’ll encounter different scenes, outcomes, and situations depending on what others did before you.
This system creates a fascinating layer of responsibility. You can choose to be kind and helpful, making things easier for the next player, or you can act selfishly and make things worse for whoever comes after you. Every action leaves a mark. For example, you might steal something from a shop, and the next player finds the shopkeeper angry and blaming them. Or you might leave an area in chaos, forcing the next player to fix everything you caused. You can even trick others by making a choice that seems right, only for the next player to discover the betrayal later. It’s a very creative idea that makes your decisions feel bigger than just your own playthrough.
The story itself is emotional and engaging. It pulls you in and keeps you thinking about your choices long after you make them. The number of tough decisions you face is honestly surprising; there are moments where no option feels easy or completely right. I personally finished the game twice, and each time I noticed different scenes and outcomes depending on what the previous player had done, which made the experience feel fresh again.
Exploration is an important part of the game. As you travel, you’ll meet different characters and help people along the way. One of the most important elements is something called “Ozen,” which is a medicine that keeps you alive. It’s not easy to find and managing it becomes a key part of the gameplay. Your choices directly affect how much of it you get. If you run out and reach a critical state, strange and unexpected things start happening, I won’t spoil it, but it’s something you’ll want to experience yourself.
The game also includes some light and enjoyable side missions. They’re fun, simple, and introduce you to a variety of unique and sometimes strange characters. Each side story adds a bit more personality to the world. There is also some light combat while you’re sailing on your boat, but honestly, it didn’t feel very necessary and wasn’t the strongest part of the game. The soundtrack, while fitting in some moments, is not particularly memorable and doesn’t stand out compared to other games in the genre.
What really stands out is how meaningful every decision feels. Each choice can shape the story, the world, and even the ending. It’s one of the best games I’ve played in this genre. If you enjoy story-driven games and making impactful choices, this is definitely a must-try.
The game takes around 12 to 17 hours to complete depending on your playstyle, and it’s priced at $30, which feels fair for the experience it offers.
Game score: 8.5/10
Reviewed by: Ruba Jaiousy