- April 2, 2021
- Delta Arcade
Don't Give Up: Not Ready to Die
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About
"Don't Give Up: Not Ready to Die" is a challenging platformer game that puts your reflexes and determination to the test. As a ninja-like character, you must navigate through treacherous environments full of traps, enemies, and hazards while constantly moving forward. With permadeath and limited checkpoints, every mistake is costly, making success even sweeter. Explore different worlds, unlock new characters, and prove your resilience in this unforgiving yet rewarding game.


- The game features an engaging concept with a strong narrative that encourages reflection on life, complemented by cute pixel art and a charming atmosphere.
- Gameplay mechanics are intuitive and provide a challenging experience, keeping players engaged as they manage resources to survive.
- The developers have shown commitment to improving the game, fixing bugs and adding new content, which enhances the overall experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during dialogues and issues with inventory management.
- There is a lack of clear instructions or tutorials, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics and objectives, leading to frustration.
- Some players find the game repetitive and lacking in progression, with unclear goals that can result in boredom during play.
- story26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Don't Give Up" revolves around a young woman who, after a car accident, must rely on a ghost to protect her until help arrives, creating a unique and engaging narrative. Players appreciate the depth of the story, the charming dialogues with the character of death, and the hidden secrets that enhance the plot. Overall, the game is praised for its captivating storytelling, beautiful pixel art, and the emotional connection it fosters between characters.
“The story is so amazingly good and the dialogues with Death are so unique that I need to finish it, no matter how long it takes.”
“If I was already completely immersed in the relationship between the friendly soul and Death before, now I need to finish this story at any cost.”
“But besides the fun gameplay, what is amazing about this game is the cute pixel art and the amazing story!”
“If I was already completely immersed in the relationship between the friendly soul and death before, now I need to finish this story at any cost.”
“The death is a lovely character, and I do recommend you to seek for the hidden items and ghosts in the woods, because they deepen the plot even more.”
“"Don't Give Up" tells the story of a young woman discouraged with life who, after a car accident, needs a ghost to protect her body until help arrives in the morning, picking up items on the map and building ways to keep her stable.”