Platforms
- PCNov 12, 2012NAplayscoreNA0 Critics0.03.48K Players
- PlayStation 4Nov 25, 2014NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.08.98K Players
- Xbox OneNov 21, 2014NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.8771 Players
- Nintendo SwitchFeb 19, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- AndroidJul 25, 20148.2playscore8.52 Critics8.6377 Players
- iOSMay 15, 20148.7playscore8.65 Critics9.41.82K Players
- PlayStation 3Apr 23, 20138.2playscore8.014 Critics8.82.56K Players
- Nintendo Wii UNov 25, 2014NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PS VitaApr 23, 20137.9playscore7.44 Critics8.92.45K Players
27 critic reviews · 4 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- The game can be experienced start-to-finish in a few short sessions and Bithell’s commentary provides a sort of meta-narration to motivate another playthrough if you haven’t heard it before. In short, Thomas Was Alone was pretty great when it came out, it’s held up well and now it’s on your Switch.
Roland Ingram · Feb 22, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Its elegant simplicity, its intriguing story, and the idea of having a helping hand in the birth of artificial intelligence still make for an addictive romp even if the entire journey can be finished in a handful of hours.
Darryn Bonthuys · Feb 19, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - I thought Thomas Was Alone was just going to be yet another pretentious indie darling, but I’m glad to know I was dead wrong. It’s not only a well-designed puzzle platformer with good controls, but also a story-driven treat for the eyes and ears, a game that will make you care about a bunch of moving rectangles, somehow.
Leo Faria · Feb 19, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - The design is absolutely captivating and the gameplay is enigmatic and different from the majority of games we're used to play. It's definitely a worthy puzzle that everyone should try at least once.
Anna Grace · Dec 19, 2014 Reviewed on - While it’s understandable that you should play it on something more powerful, and I didn’t have issues with my tablet, it could come as an unfortunate surprise for anyone who purchases it and doesn’t notice issues right away. Basically, just play it on a tablet and there won’t be any issues. Oh, and it’s a bit short, so expect to finish it in about three to four hours, including the additional campaign.
Tony Kuzmin · Jul 29, 2014 Reviewed on And - While the controls put a bit of damper on Thomas Was Alone, this is still a fantastic game to be enjoyed on an iPad, and well worth playing because it’s clever in not just how it plays, but how it’s written.
Carter Dotson · May 28, 2014 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - It has an engaging story, vibrant and memorable graphics, and well thought out gameplay that will make it hard to stop playing. It’s a great purchase for gamers of all shapes and sizes.
Katrina Hill · May 19, 2014 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - It’s worth every penny you put in, and you’ll get a good three or four hours of enjoyment, along with a heartwarming tale of friendship. Would could say no to that? If there’s one thing we can be certain of, Thomas definitely isn’t alone anymore.
Lucy Ingram · May 15, 2014 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - Thomas Was Alone is an engrossing puzzle platformer that introduces some believable and appealing characters, but the experience is disappointingly short-lived and lacks challenge. You will finish the core campaign wanting more, so it's nice that there's an additional DLC expansion available – but it's a shame that the add-on isn't included as part of the primary package.
Greg Giddens · May 09, 2013 Reviewed on PS3Read full review - As a puzzle platforming game, Thomas Was Alone does not really set itself apart with its mechanics on their own – you will simply be jumping nimbly from one place to another, avoiding hazards and making your way towards your goal. What sets Thomas Was Alone apart is the ambiance. The bare bones, simplistic environments give the game its own uniqueness in this age of graphical excesses.
Ryan · May 07, 2013 Reviewed on PS3Read full review
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Community Reviews
- Rated on Vita
- Rated on Switch
- Rated on iOS
- Rated on iOS
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Thomas Was Alone is the critically acclaimed indie platformer about friendship and jumping. Guide a group of sentient rectangles through a series of environments, combining their skills to reach the end of each level. Listen to awesome music by David Housden, negotiate obstacles meticulously placed by Mike Bithell and immerse yourself in the characters’ journey with a voiceover read wistfully and amusingly by Danny Wallace. Discover the story of the world's first sentient AIs, and how they worked together to, well… “escape” is a strong word.
Developer: Mike Bithell