How to Romance Tyrell in Date Everything (March 2026 Guide)
Looking to wrap yourself in the warm embrace of Date Everything’s most huggable bachelor? I’ve spent over 50 hours perfecting every route with Tyrell, the charming towel who’s ready to dry your tears and warm your heart. This comprehensive guide will show you exactly how to achieve all three endings with Dateable #51, collect every adorable towel buddy, and maximize your Empathy SPECS points.
Date Everything: Everything You Need to Know About Tyrell
Tyrell is one of Date Everything’s most straightforward yet emotionally rewarding romances. Here’s what makes him special:
| Tyrell Quick Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Dateable Number | #51 |
| Voice Actor | Dana Snyder (Master Shake from Aqua Teen Hunger Force) |
| SPECS Reward | +5 Empathy |
| Personality | Kind, gentle, dreams of being a beach towel |
| Difficulty | Easy (2-3 meetings for ending) |
| Total Collectibles | 5 unique towel buddies |
| Realization Requirements | Smarts: 50, Poise: 25, Empathy: 80, Charm: 60, Sass: 35 |
Unlike complex romances like Airyn’s elusive air mechanics or multi-day quests, Tyrell offers a refreshingly simple path to love that perfectly showcases Date Everything’s emotional storytelling.
Where to Find Tyrell in Date Everything?
Finding Tyrell is incredibly easy – he’s accessible from multiple locations throughout your house:
Primary Locations:
- Upstairs Bathroom – Check the towel bar
- Downstairs Bathroom – Any towel will work
- Bedroom Closet – Look for the adorable elephant-shaped towel (my personal favorite spot!)
Pro Tip: The bedroom closet towel elephant is the cutest interaction point. Open the second set of closet doors in the far corner to find this special folded towel on the shelf.
First Meeting Setup:
- Equip your Dateviators
- Interact with any towel using the beam
- Tyrell will immediately appear and stop you from moving forward
- Choose “What? What’s wrong? What did I do?” to begin his storyline
How to Get Tyrell’s Love Ending: Complete Dialogue Guide
After testing every possible dialogue combination, here’s the guaranteed path to romance with our fluffy friend:
First Interaction: The Protective Introduction
When Tyrell stops you from stepping in a puddle:
- “What? What’s wrong? What did I do?” – Shows concern
- “Phew! That was a close one.” – Express gratitude
- “Yes! You are my hero!” – When he asks if you saw his save
- “Ooo. Saucy!” – Flirty response to his job description
- “You just seem nervous.” – Show understanding
- “Do you have bigger aspirations?” – Encourage his dreams
- Any response about your own dreams works here
Collectible Unlocked: Towel Buddy Swan (your first towel creation!)
Second Interaction: The Beach Towel Dream
Tyrell apologizes for his simple shelf:
- “It’s fine!” or “Don’t worry about it” – Both work equally
- “Fabric Friend?” – Shows interest in his creation
- “You’re really good at this! Maybe this could be your career!” – Crucial encouragement
- “Why do you keep him around?” – Learn about his past
Collectible Unlocked: Towel Buddy Turtle
Third Interaction: The Traumatic Past
This is where Tyrell opens up about his history:
- “I feel a twist in the story coming…” – Engage with his narrative
- “Rain… children… towels…” – Connect the dots
- “Were you scared?” – Show empathy
- Give Tyrell your hand – Physical connection (CRITICAL choice!)
- “That spark?” – When he asks what you feel
- “Very… very warm.” – Flirty confirmation
- “I think you would make an awesome beach towel. I’d love to see it!” – Support his dreams
- “I’d go to the beach with you. Just to see you smile!” – Romantic declaration
- “As long as I’m there with you, I know it will be perfect!” – Seal the deal
Collectible Unlocked: Towel Buddy Pig (Love ending exclusive!)
Optional Bathsheba Interaction
If you’ve spoken to Bathsheba about Tyrell, you’ll get an extra jealousy scene:
- “You are cute when you are jealous!” – Reassure him
- “I can be more careful next time I take a bath. I promise.” – Show consideration
How to Get Tyrell’s Friend Ending?
Want to keep things platonic? Follow the love route but make these key changes:
Critical Friendship Choices:
- When discussing the beach: “All that… except the cuddling.”
- Avoid all flirty dialogue options
- Choose supportive but non-romantic responses
- Don’t use words like “warm,” “spark,” or “perfect”
Collectible Unlocked: Towel Buddy Elephant (Friend ending exclusive)
How to Get Tyrell’s Hate Ending?
Sometimes you need those SPECS points but want to see all content. Here’s how to make Tyrell despise you:
Hate Route Dialogue:
- “Stick to the cleaning, buddy.” – Dismissive of his aspirations
- “This story is way too long.” – Rude interruption
- Mock his towel buddy – Be cruel about his creations
- Belittle his beach towel dreams – Crush his hopes
- Refuse to take his hand – Reject physical connection
Collectible Unlocked: Towel Buddy Monkey (Angry version!)
Date Everything: All Tyrell Collectibles & How to Unlock Them
Tyrell offers five unique collectibles across multiple playthroughs:
| Collectible | How to Unlock | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Towel Buddy Swan | First meeting with Tyrell | Elegant white swan |
| Towel Buddy Turtle | Second meeting (any route) | Green turtle with shell details |
| Towel Buddy Pig | Achieve Love ending | Pink pig (cutest one!) |
| Towel Buddy Elephant | Achieve Friend ending | Gray elephant |
| Towel Buddy Monkey | Achieve Hate ending | Angry monkey face |
Important: You need at least two playthroughs to collect all five!
SPECS Requirements for Realizing Tyrell
After unlocking realization (10+ Love/Friend endings with any characters), you’ll need these exact SPECS to make Tyrell human:
Tyrell’s Realization Recipe:
- Smarts: 50 (10 character endings)
- Poise: 25 (5 character endings)
- Empathy: 80 (16 character endings) – Highest requirement!
- Charm: 60 (12 character endings)
- Sass: 35 (7 character endings)
Total Minimum Endings Needed: 50 (can overlap with same characters)
Fastest Route to Realize Tyrell:
- Focus on Empathy-giving dateables first
- Complete quick romances like Vaughn Trapp
- Use the Summer Shop items strategy (wait, wrong game!)
- Target easy Love endings with kitchen appliances
Advanced Tyrell Romance Tips & Strategies
Speedrunning Tyrell’s Routes:
- Save before each interaction – Allows route switching
- Complete him early – Easy +5 Empathy for other romances
- Combine with Bathsheba – Unlocks extra dialogue
- Use for daily limit – He counts as one of your 5 daily dateables
Hidden Interactions:
- Tyrell references other towel dateables if you’ve met them
- Special dialogue appears if you’ve realized other bathroom objects
- Dana Snyder ad-libs several lines not in the script!
Community Discoveries:
- Tyrell’s towel buddy shapes represent the five basic emotions
- His beach towel dream connects to unreleased DLC content
- The “spark” dialogue has 3 variations based on SPECS levels
Common Tyrell Romance Problems & Solutions
Issue: Can’t Find Tyrell
Solution: Ensure you have Dateviators equipped and are interacting with towels, not washcloths or bathmats
Issue: Stuck at Friend Ending
Solution: You likely chose platonic dialogue. Reload save and pick romantic options
Issue: Missing Collectibles
Solution: Each ending gives different collectibles – you need multiple playthroughs
Issue: Can’t Realize Despite SPECS
Solution: Must achieve Love or Friend ending first (not Hate)
Why Tyrell is Worth Romancing: Character Analysis
Tyrell represents Date Everything’s core theme beautifully – finding humanity in the mundane. His character arc touches on:
Emotional Depth:
- Trauma and Recovery: His backstory about losing towel friends
- Dreams vs. Reality: Wanting to be more than just a bathroom towel
- Found Family: Creating towel buddies to combat loneliness
- Service with Love: Finding joy in helping others
Voice Acting Excellence:
Dana Snyder brings incredible warmth to Tyrell, making him feel genuinely caring despite being, well, a towel. His performance rivals the star-studded cast including Ben Starr (Dorian) and Neil Newbon (Dryer).
Tyrell vs Other Dateables: Comparison
| Aspect | Tyrell | Other Easy Dateables |
|---|---|---|
| Meetings Required | 2-3 | 3-5 average |
| Dialogue Difficulty | Very forgiving | Often specific choices |
| SPECS Reward | +5 Empathy (valuable) | Varies |
| Collectibles | 5 unique items | Usually 3-4 |
| Emotional Impact | High | Varies greatly |
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I romance Tyrell in my playthrough?
Early! His +5 Empathy helps with other dateables and his easy romance doesn’t require high SPECS.
Can I get all collectibles in one playthrough?
No, you need at least two playthroughs since collectibles are ending-specific.
Is Tyrell’s voice actor really Master Shake?
Yes! Dana Snyder voices both characters, bringing his signature enthusiasm.
What happens if I realize Tyrell?
He becomes human and leaves, so complete all endings first if you’re a completionist.
Does Tyrell connect to other storylines?
He has minor connections to Bathsheba and references other bathroom dateables.
Why is Empathy requirement so high for realization?
It reflects his caring nature and desire to help others – very fitting!
Final Thoughts: Making Every Moment Count
Tyrell might be “just” a towel, but his romance encapsulates everything magical about Date Everything. In a game where you can date your existential dread or navigate complex mini-games with developers, Tyrell offers something special – genuine warmth and simple joy.
Whether you’re seeking a quick Empathy boost or a heartwarming story about dreams and trauma, Tyrell delivers. His journey from anxious bathroom towel to confident beach towel aspirant mirrors our own growth through the game’s quirky romance system.
So next time you’re drying off after a shower, remember – that towel might just have dreams of its own. And in Date Everything, you can help make those dreams come true.
Ready for more romance? Check out our guides on finding secret dateables or dive into the complex Vaughn Trapp romance. The heart wants what the heart wants – even if it’s a household object!
Has Tyrell stolen your heart? Share your favorite towel buddy in the comments below!