Trover Saves the Universe

Comedy platformer where you guide a talking alien to rescue dogs

Squanch Games, Inc. · Released Jun 4, 2019

Reviews: Very Positive; 91% of 3,243
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 100% of 14 in 30 days
Playing now: 3; peak 24h 5
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Last update: Unknown; no patch notes found

What is Trover Saves the Universe?

A single-player comedy action-platformer played from a seated viewpoint, in which you direct a talkative purple alien named Trover. You travel between alien planets, guide him through platforming and combat, solve puzzles, and gain abilities while pursuing the villain who kidnapped your dogs and threatens the universe. You can play on a monitor or in VR.

For you if...

+you like crude comedy and constant character chatter
+you prefer straightforward combat, platforming, and puzzles
+you want a solo game playable with or without VR

Not for you if...

−you want dialogue you can quickly skip
−you expect hands-on movement rather than seated control

What players say

91% of 3,243 reviews are positive · 100% of 14 in the last 30 days

Players praise the absurd dialogue, oddball characters, and unusual control setup. Common complaints are that the crude jokes wear thin, conversations drag, and the gameplay feels too simple. Some players also find the seated controls awkward.