Tchia is a recently released indie action-adventure game from the developers at Awaceb. The game is the company's first official release and has wowed critics and players who have taken a chance on the studio's first step into the genre. Awaceb was founded in the mid-two-thousands by two game-loving friends, Phil Crifo and Thierry Boura, who reside in New Caledonia. Tchia is a large open-world game where players get control of the game's namesake and go on a journey to rescue Tchia's father while discovering a mystical power along the way.
Tchia is a stunningly made game that encompasses the beautiful combination of nature, culture, and adventure. Tchia, as a character, is a breath of fresh air, a young girl who does her best but is still learning the ways of the world. While the game is not story-focused, there are several heartwarming experiences players will encounter. Stepping into the world of Tchia may be a bit overwhelming for some, as there is an enormous map and dozens of collectibles, discoverable areas, and side quests in the game. Here are a few tips for beginners in Tchia.
5 Keep A Keen Eye While Exploring
The massive sandbox map that Tchia has to offer envelopes a pair of Caledonian islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The environments in the game provide a wide variety of locations, from forests, mountains, beaches, and villages. Players will have to traverse these areas in a number of ways which add to the challenge of finding collectible items, rare animals, and viewpoints to progress further in the game.
It is very common for collectible items to blend in with the environment and become very difficult to locate. However, there are several features in the game that aid the player with their investigations. From finding treasure at the bottom of the ocean, or fast travel points along the way, players should always take a moment and take a second look wherever they are.
4 Become Familiar With Your Raft
The massive map of Tchia is shortened by the addition of one of the best ways to travel in the game, the Raft. The Raft is what most players will use to explore and travel between the two islands in the game. While at first, the Raft may not look like much, it is an essential way to travel the coast and can be an invaluable tool. The Raft has several stations that will take a bit of skill and experience to get the hang of. The Raft is also directly connected to the fast travel feature in the game, so players should spend as much time on it as possible, exploring the farthest reaches of the game to unlock those hard-to-access areas.
3 Dive Into The Lore
Tchia is a beautifully made game that has more than just face-value enjoyment to offer. Tchia is deeply rooted in the culture of Caledonian history and provides a unique experience where players will be put into a valuable situation to learn about the culture of the Caledonian people and the extensive history that the islands have to offer.
Visually, Tchia is remarkably vibrant that genuinely tries to match the real views on the shores looking over the Pacific Ocean under a full sun as well as the quiet nights under the stars in a tropical forest. Players should take full advantage of the many aspects of the game that dive into the people and the places that many others have never seen before.
2 Be Mindful Of Your Inventory
With all the collectibles in the game to discover, it is very easy for a player to get overwhelmed and even easier to become encumbered. Tchia doesn't do much to allow players a large amount of room for items found while adventuring.
With so much to discover and so much to explore, players will constantly find special items hidden in the sands or at the top of cliffs. Players will want to keep a close eye on their inventories and get rid of some items that may have little to no use. Some items will be vital to the game's story, and players will want to ensure they have enough inventory space to pick them up when necessary.
1 Experiment With Soul Jumping
The shining jewel of Tchia is its unique ability that the main character discovers along her adventurous path. Tchia has the ability to leap inside a number of different things in the game, including a large variety of animals. Granted a special meter that can be refilled with sustenance, Tchia can leap inside of a dolphin to explore the depths of the sea and then a bird to traverse the massive islands and reach places not normally accessible.
The world of the game is vast, and Soul Jumping is also a great way to get around and take in the breathtaking visuals of the environment. Players should always attempt to explore the game from different perspectives and collect the different types of life for the game's journal.
Tchia is available to play on PC via Steam