Minabo: A Walk Through Life
- April 28, 2023
- DevilishGames
Minabo - A walk through life takes some basic systems and fails to make them fun in any meaningful way. While the thought experiment is interesting, it’s just not much of a game.
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Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- Minabo features an adorable aesthetic and a unique concept that makes it a delightful experience.
- The game offers engaging gameplay with a focus on leveling up and building relationships, making it a great addition to cozy gaming collections.
- It's a simple and addictive game that can be played in short sessions, making it accessible for players with limited time.
- The gameplay can become monotonous and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement over time.
- Micromanagement of relationships and character needs can feel tedious and overwhelming, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- Some players find the game lacks depth and fails to deliver a fun experience, making it difficult to recommend.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's charming aesthetic and adorable graphics are standout features that enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing and engaging for players.
“The focus on leveling up and achieving different awards adds an engaging layer to the gameplay, but it's the charming aesthetic that really sets it apart.”
“It's a very interesting concept and features adorable graphics.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enhanced by a strong emphasis on leveling up and earning various awards, which keeps players engaged. Additionally, the charming aesthetic contributes significantly to the overall experience, making it stand out.
“The focus on leveling up and achieving different awards adds an engaging layer to the gameplay, but it’s the charming aesthetic that really sets it apart.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players feeling disconnected and uninterested after only a few missions, suggesting that it may not resonate with everyone.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the constant micromanagement required for their needs and those of their companions, leading to a repetitive and exhausting experience.
“The constant micromanagement of the needs of you and everyone you wish to stay close to gets very tedious.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a heartwarming exploration of life choices and the value of time, often highlighting its emotional depth despite its humorous origins. The narrative resonates with themes that encourage reflection on personal decisions and their significance.
“I discovered this game through a joke (Minabo is a pun in Spanish), but it turned out to be a very heartwarming lesson about our life choices and the meaning of 'time is gold.'”
Critic Reviews
Minabo: A Walk Through Life
Have some high points, but they soon give way to glaring faults. Not the worst, but difficult to recommend.
45%Minabo – A Walk Through Life (Nintendo Switch) Review
Minabo - A walk through life takes some basic systems and fails to make them fun in any meaningful way. While the thought experiment is interesting, it’s just not much of a game.
50%Review – Minabo: A Walk Through Life
45%
