Papo & Yo
- April 18, 2013
- Minority Media Inc.
- 3h median play time
This South-American puzzle-platformer about a boy and a Monster drives home heartfelt themes that are bound to evoke emotion and consequential thought, even if the gameplay isn’t stellar.
Get on Steam"Papo & Yo" is a narrative-driven puzzle game where you play as Quico, caring for your best friend, Monster, who has a dangerous addiction to poisonous frogs. Together, you'll explore a magical, surrealist world inspired by South American favelas, solving puzzles and managing Monster's emotions to progress. The game delves into complex relationships, showcasing the bond between Quico, Monster, and other characters.
Mac OS
PC
Windows
Linux
PlayStation
Playstation 3
Reviews
- story436 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
- gameplay217 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
- graphics139 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
- music136 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
- emotional134 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Critic Reviews
Papo and Yo Review
An unashamedly abstract interpretation of a very mature subject, Papo and Yo makes for an engaging piece of art, but one that is let down by unsatisfying gameplay
60%Papo & Yo
This South-American puzzle-platformer about a boy and a Monster drives home heartfelt themes that are bound to evoke emotion and consequential thought, even if the gameplay isn’t stellar.
80%Papo & Yo Review
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