Get to Know About Trollface Quest 4
You know that moment when you think you’ve seen every clever little puzzle trick in the Trollface Quest series, and then along comes number four to shake your confidence right off? That’s exactly what happens here. As soon as you fire it up, you’re greeted by that all-too-familiar smirking face, ready to troll you at every turn. The levels start out innocent enough—maybe you have to move a character to a door or figure out which button to press—but don’t be fooled. What seems obvious will often lead to you face-palming in frustration when the screen promptly resets.
What I love most about Trollface Quest 4 is how it toys with your expectations. You’ll find yourself thinking in linear, puzzle-game mode: “Okay, drag this object there, press this button…” only to discover you need to do something downright absurd, like tickle a fish or shake your mouse vigorously. It’s all part of the game’s twisted charm, and even if you groan every time you realize you missed the joke, you can’t help but appreciate the creativity behind each gag. Plus, the animations and sound effects are just silly enough to make you crack up, even if you’re cursing the moment you chose to play.
Difficulty ramps up pretty quickly, and not always in the way you’d expect. Some levels give you multiple clues stacked on top of each other, but others are so minimalist that you’ll be poking around every pixel wondering where the trick is hiding. That lack of handholding can be a bit maddening, but it’s also what makes every “aha!” moment so satisfying. And hey, when you finally solve a brain-melting puzzle that had you stumped for minutes on end, the sense of triumph is off the charts.
If you’re in the mood for something that’s equal parts clever and absurd—something that’ll make you laugh at your own expense—Trollface Quest 4 is a solid pick. Just be prepared to spend some time experimenting, undoing your assumptions, and yes, maybe smacking your own forehead a few times. After all, what’s a good internet troll without a little healthy frustration? And in this case, it’s the perfect recipe for hours of goofy, head-scratching fun.