Totally Reliable Delivery Service

Developer: We're Five Games
Release: Apr 1st 2021
Platforms:
Action
Adventure
Casual
Indie
Racing
Simulation
Chaotic
Cooperative
Humorous
Repetitive
Control Issues
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" Chaotic physics-based cooperative delivery simulation with hilarious gameplay but frustrating controls "

Totally Reliable Delivery Service Review

Totally Reliable Delivery Service offers a chaotic and humorous sandbox experience centered around delivery missions with physics-based gameplay. Players often find the controls challenging initially, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. However, the game shines in cooperative multiplayer, providing a fun and engaging experience with friends. The game’s quirky mechanics and unpredictable physics create moments of laughter and creativity, appealing to fans of similar titles like Wobbly Life.

While the game is praised for its entertaining gameplay and cooperative fun, some players report losing interest quickly when playing solo due to repetitive tasks and control frustrations. The graphics are simple but fitting for the game’s lighthearted tone. Overall, it is recommended for players seeking casual, social, and whimsical gameplay rather than a deep or story-driven experience.

Highlights

Players particularly enjoy the game's chaotic physics-based mechanics that lead to unpredictable and funny moments.

Cooperative multiplayer is highly praised, making the game much more enjoyable with friends.

The sandbox environment encourages exploration and creative problem-solving, similar to games like Wobbly Life.

Criticisms

Many players find the controls difficult to master, which can hinder the gameplay experience.

Solo play is often described as less engaging, leading to quick loss of interest.

The game lacks a compelling story and can feel repetitive over time.

Some players consider the game to have limited depth beyond its multiplayer chaos.

Pros

  • Chaotic physics-based gameplay creates hilarious and unpredictable delivery missions.
  • Cooperative multiplayer mode significantly enhances the fun and replayability.
  • Sandbox environment encourages exploration and creative problem-solving.
  • Humorous and lighthearted tone appeals to casual players.
  • Simple graphics suit the whimsical and playful atmosphere.
  • Good for quick laughs and casual gaming sessions with friends.
  • Comparable to popular physics sandbox games like Wobbly Life.

Cons

  • Control scheme can be frustrating and difficult to master.
  • Solo gameplay lacks engagement and can become boring quickly.
  • Repetitive tasks reduce long-term appeal for some players.
  • Minimal story content limits narrative depth.
  • Some players lose interest after short play sessions.
  • Graphics are simplistic and may not appeal to everyone.
  • Limited gameplay variety beyond delivery missions.

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Worth the Price
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Delivery Attempted. That's the Totally Reliable Delivery Service guarantee! T.R.D.S. is a ragdoll physics simulation about terrible package delivery couriers. Work together using odd machinery, useful gadgets, and the wonders of physics to reliably deliver packages to their destination.

Release Date Apr 1st 2021
Publisher Infogrames, Atari
Developer We're Five Games
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