Yoku's Island Express

Spent way too long backtracking the whole game and post game just because the devs didn't want to implement quick warp back to the post office. Some pinball stages felt hellish to fully complete due to bad oversight. Really needed a toggable post game secrets revealer. Otherwise it was an incredible time.

Adorable game. I played through this during a period of loss, and the charming atmosphere and cast of characters really helped alleviate my grief. Pinball-vania was a refreshing gameplay gimmick, as well. I’d play a sequel if it ever happens.

I didn't recognize this game until recently, this one is an amazing game, here are why: pros - most innovative metroidvania ever - amazing art, sound, gameplay, overall great production - the map is big and the exploration is fun as hell - no corpse runs or any other fake timesinks - fast travel system, once you get the hang of it, is incredible and opens up a lot of possibilities - lots of side quests to do neutral - this is an easy game, you simply don't die - therefore doesn't last long but it's ok - controls are usually great but you can't slowly press the flippers - the story isn't super original but it's cute as hell and there's a big plot twist. cons: - too few boss fights, essentially 3. I mean it's ok but boss fights are tense and fun. - too few different upgrades.