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 yet addictive game that allows for quick play sessions, making it accessible for players with limited time.
- The gameplay can become monotonous and repetitive, leading to a tedious experience for some players.
- Micromanagement of relationships and character needs can be overwhelming and frustrating, detracting from the enjoyment.
- Some players find the game lacks the coziness and humor they expected, making it less appealing for them.
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's charming aesthetic and adorable graphics significantly enhance the overall experience, making it stand out in addition to its engaging gameplay focused on leveling up and earning awards.
“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 adorable graphics.”
- gameplay1 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 adds an engaging layer, while the charming aesthetic further distinguishes the experience.
“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.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story has not yet resonated with the player, who feels that the game is not suited to their tastes despite having completed only a few missions.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall experience.”
“The character development is weak, leaving me unable to connect with anyone in the story.”
- grinding1 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 to meet the needs of themselves and their companions.
“The constant micromanagement of the needs of you and everyone you wish to stay close to gets very tedious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, offering a heartwarming exploration of life choices and the value of time, making it a poignant experience for players.
“I discovered this game through a joke (minabo is a pun in Spanish), but it turned out to be a 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
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