Hirai Nya

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Hirai Nya is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by FirePillar2 and was released on March 9, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

The game is fully compatible with Steam Deck. Step into a combat-free Metroidvania world where your adventure revolves around exploration, puzzle-solving, and treasure hunt. Feature - Multiplayer mode (2-4 players) to coop or race with your friends - Easy to learn, hard to master - Story with mystery - No combat Time to 100%: 4 hours Being a WELL-like game, we provide: - Solving the pla…

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game design is very good, offering a high degree of freedom in solving puzzles and traversing levels.
Gameplay is engaging and challenging, especially as players unlock new abilities, making it fun and fresh.
It's a quirky and cute game that provides a relaxing experience, perfect for fans of puzzle platformers.

The presentation and trailer are unappealing and lack coherence.
Some players found the music to be repetitive throughout the game.
There is a desire for options to rebind controls and to turn off certain visual effects.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique open-ended approach, allowing players significant freedom in solving puzzles and navigating levels, despite some jankiness. It features fast-paced, challenging mechanics that keep the experience fresh with new items, although the overall presentation may not be appealing. While the game is short, lasting around two hours, it offers a rewarding and engaging experience for a first puzzle platformer.
- “A quirky little metroidvania with a uniquely open-ended approach to mechanics and design, providing a high degree of freedom to players on how to solve puzzles and traverse levels (even if it means a bit of jank!). It's also short but sweet (~2 hours).”
- “Great out-of-the-box thinking for handling puzzles and a very fast-paced, free-flowing gameplay that metroidvanias seem to generally lack.”
- “Don't let the cute art style fool you; the gameplay is really challenging. The new items you unlock keep the game fresh and fun!”
- “The gameplay is fine for their first puzzle platformer.”
- “Great out-of-the-box thinking for handling puzzles and a very fast-paced free-flowing gameplay that metroidvanias seem to generally lack.”
- “A quirky little metroidvania with a uniquely open-ended approach to mechanics and design, providing a high degree of freedom to players on how to solve puzzles and traverse levels (even if it means a bit of jank!) it's also short but sweet (~2 hours).”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story is considered unnecessary by some, with a confusing trailer, but it is described as wholesome and enjoyable by others. While the music can be repetitive throughout the game, the engaging puzzles help enhance the overall experience.
- “The story is wholesome and adds a delightful layer to the gameplay.”
- “The story, though, is not necessary, and the trailer lacks coherence.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about the outcome.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its humor, combining clever wit with brain-teasing challenges that enhance the overall experience as players progress through different maps.
- “A funny game that requires you to use some brainpower to progress to the next map.”
- “The humor is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every challenge a delightful experience.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a charming art style that contrasts with the challenging gameplay, creating an engaging visual experience. Players appreciate how the aesthetic complements the game's dynamic elements, keeping it fresh and enjoyable.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
- “The art style is beautifully crafted, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game's universe.”
- “The visual effects are impressive, enhancing the overall gameplay and making every moment visually captivating.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's story to be wholesome and engaging, contributing positively to the emotional experience, despite some criticism of the repetitive music. The enjoyable puzzles further enhance the overall emotional impact of the game.
- “The story is incredibly moving and resonates deeply with my own experiences.”
- “I felt a strong emotional connection to the characters, making their struggles and triumphs feel personal.”
- “The game's narrative evokes a range of emotions, from joy to sadness, leaving a lasting impact long after playing.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is noted for being somewhat repetitive, as players hear the same tracks throughout, but it complements the enjoyable puzzles and wholesome story.
- “The music is a bit repetitive since you listen to the same tracks throughout the entire game.”
- “While the puzzles are quite fun and the story is wholesome, the music lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack becomes monotonous after a while, making it hard to stay engaged.”