I, Hope

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I, Hope is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Kenny Roy and was released on April 18, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

I, Hope is a beautiful coming of age adventure story about a young girl named Hope, whose town has been taken over by Cancer. The game is engaging for all, yet for survivors and children who are currently battling cancer, the game is empowering. The developer has truly set out to make a game that kids can play while receiving cancer treatments; something to distract them, but at the same time, put…

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music9 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game supports a good cause, with all proceeds going to cancer research, making it a heartfelt purchase.
It features nice graphics, a calming soundtrack, and simple yet engaging gameplay that is suitable for children.
The game delivers a meaningful message about hope and resilience in the face of cancer, making it a touching experience.

The game is very short, with limited replay value and a lack of depth in its story and gameplay mechanics.
Combat and puzzles are overly simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge and investment in the gameplay experience.
There are several bugs and technical issues, including clunky controls and poor camera angles, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
15%
21%
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many users praising its beautiful and calming soundtrack, as well as its epic and intense tracks. While some found the music not to their personal taste, it was generally considered a highlight of the game, contributing to its overall atmosphere. However, a few users noted the lack of an option to turn off the music, which could be bothersome for some players.
- “It has great music, cool puzzles and a good message.”
- “Graphics are great, music is calming and the entire idea behind it is adorable.”
- “And the music is absolutely amazing.”
- “With that in mind, I am going to overlook this game's graphical and musical shortcomings, but this game is still a long way away from getting my recommendation.”
- “I need a soundtrack for this, please.”
- “No way of tuning music off gets annoying.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their charm and warmth, with many reviewers noting a resemblance to classic titles like "The Legend of Zelda." While some mention a lack of graphic settings and minor shortcomings, the overall aesthetic is described as cute and fitting for the game's theme, contributing positively to the experience.
- “The graphics are really good and end up resembling The Legend of Zelda.”
- “Very pretty graphics, simple combat mechanics, decent puzzle element all in one package, so a big well done and congrats to Kenny for developing this very enjoyable game.”
- “The aesthetic is warm and inviting, the mechanics have a delightful resonance with the target audience, and despite the un-subtle presentation of the dialogue, the game still manages to present subtle metaphor elsewhere for those who can read it.”
- “With that in mind, I am going to overlook this game's graphical and musical shortcomings, but this game is still a long way away from getting my recommendation.”
- “There are no graphic settings, not even to change screen resolution.”
- “The graphics are decent.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by polished mechanics and a blend of simple combat with unlockable abilities that add depth. Players appreciate the clever design of puzzles and combat, alongside a warm aesthetic, though some suggest improvements in user experience features. Overall, the game offers a solid and enjoyable platforming experience with a good variety of gameplay elements.
- “Apart from that, it's also very polished with elaborate mechanics and sophisticated gameplay fit for the scope of this game.”
- “Good variety of gameplay.”
- “Even though the basic combat gameplay is extremely simple, the vital use of unlockable abilities offers a good amount of depth to it.”
- “The gameplay is basically a platformer with normal combat.”
- “The gameplay itself could use a few UX tweaks - targeting lock-on, drop-blob for platforming, greater Y-axis camera range, automatic weapon pickup - but what the game does present is clean, easily learned, and applicable on a player-to-player basis.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally perceived as simplistic and generic, revolving around a basic conflict of good versus evil, which may resonate more with players personally affected by cancer. While some appreciate the heartfelt mission behind the game and its attempt to address serious issues, others find it lacks depth and fails to engage players fully. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, with commendable intentions but limited impact.
- “The puzzles and story in this game are done very well.”
- “The story surrounding the game is a very interesting and heartfelt way to address a serious issue such as cancer in a game setting.”
- “It's not hard for an adult to figure out the puzzles or do the platform sections, but this game was geared to children and the story has deep meaning as you go through each level and world.”
- “Unfortunately, there's no story.”
- “As for the casual gamer, you may see this game as a hit-or-miss scenario with a rather generic story and basic combat.”
- “- you're never invested in the story (perhaps that would be different if you were personally affected by cancer).”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartfelt messages and metaphors, effectively addressing serious issues like cancer while providing a wholesome and empowering experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke genuine feelings and its commendable charitable mission, making it a meaningful choice for casual gamers seeking a brief yet impactful escape.
- “It's heavy on the metaphors, bordering on eye-rollingly obvious, but the messages are true and heartfelt, and that's commendable.”
- “The charity and their mission behind this game is very heartfelt.”
- “The story surrounding the game is a very interesting and heartfelt way to address a serious issue such as cancer in a game setting.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its short duration, leading to a lack of replay value; however, many users still highly recommend it despite this limitation.
- “The game is very short and there's really no replay value.”
- “I highly recommend it, even though there is basically no replay value.”