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Promenade

Promenade is the 2d version of those classic 3d collectathon platformers we all love, and the sheer variety of the game is incredible.
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91%Game Brain Score
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story, character development
98% User Score Based on 84 reviews
Critic Score 82%Based on 8 reviews

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Promenade is a single player platformer game with a kids theme. It was developed by Holy Cap and was released on February 23, 2024. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Promenade is a whimsical game where you collect golden cogs to fix the great elevator and unlock new worlds. Engage in diverse activities like puzzles, races, and NPC interactions using a dynamic moveset. With a variety of object-based abilities and open-ended progression, players can choose their own path, making it a great fit for completionists, casual gamers, and collectathon lovers alike."

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Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
gameplay15 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Promenade offers a charming and engaging experience with its well-crafted levels, fluid movement, and creative puzzles that keep players constantly entertained.
  • The game successfully combines elements of 3D platformers into a 2D format, providing a nostalgic yet fresh collectathon experience that encourages exploration and experimentation.
  • With its delightful art style, catchy soundtrack, and a variety of challenges, Promenade is a hidden gem that deserves more recognition and is enjoyable for both casual and hardcore gamers.
  • Some players have noted a lack of fast travel options, making it difficult to revisit previously explored areas, which can be frustrating when searching for collectibles.
  • The default walking speed is considered too slow by some, which can hinder the pacing of gameplay, especially in time-sensitive challenges.
  • A few players experienced minor issues with cheap deaths and occasional stuttering, particularly on certain platforms, which detracted from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this platformer is characterized by well-polished mechanics that encourage exploration and experimentation, reminiscent of classic Nintendo titles. Players appreciate the innovative puzzles, intuitive level design, and the gradual introduction of new mechanics, which culminate in engaging boss battles. While the moment-to-moment gameplay may not be perfect, the overall experience is enriched by addictive collectathon elements and vibrant art, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore gamers.

    • “This game does what good games used to do: gives you a few well-polished core mechanics, then turns you loose in a world to explore and experiment.”
    • “The level design is very intuitive, as you go through they introduce new mechanics, gives you some practice and then puts them all together in the main boss battles and challenges.”
    • “Promenade excels in its visual and gameplay design, creating a beautiful, fun, and satisfying puzzle platformer that will provide a worthy experience for the fans of the genre.”
    • “Either games with repetitive mechanics or cheap deaths, or ones where the controls don't feel quite right or tight enough for the dexterity they demand.”
    • “[could explain mechanics better]”
    • “But given that the game was the only 2D platformer I ever played outside Klonoa to have a 'pick up enemy and use them as a double jump' mechanic, I gave it a wishlist.”
  • music
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its breezy, catchy style reminiscent of David Wise. While the soundtrack complements the environments beautifully, some players found specific levels, like the pirate level, to be underwhelming. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.

    • “The music is also nice and breezy, in the style of David Wise, and I'll be adding the soundtrack to my personal collection if it's available.”
    • “This soundtrack, sound design, level design, and rhythm are so well thought out.”
    • “The music is great, perfectly complementing each environment and significantly enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The music of the pirate level was underwhelming.”
    • “The main character moved too slowly for my liking, and I disliked how throwing enemies at enemies wasn’t as fun as in any of the Klonoa games.”
    • “The music, the art, the movement are all fantastic.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their charming aesthetic, fluid movement, and varied environments that enhance the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the art style's resemblance to classic titles like Yoshi's Island, contributing to a cozy and engaging atmosphere. However, some critiques mention that while the visuals are appealing, they may not compensate for shortcomings in gameplay mechanics.

    • “It has a nice aesthetic, movement feels fluid, and the environments are varied enough to keep you interested all throughout your playthrough.”
    • “Led by beautiful graphics, the environment varies greatly from one level to another while offering many hidden secrets to find.”
    • “Don't let promenade fool you; behind its cute and artsy graphics lies a challenging platforming and puzzle game.”
    • “The game's art style gives me Yoshi's Island / Yoshi's Story kind of vibes.”
    • “From the art style to the sound design to the physics/game feel to the creativity of the puzzles, it's a masterpiece in almost every conceivable way.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely considered unimportant by some players, with opinions suggesting it could be omitted entirely without impact. However, others appreciate the minimalist approach, noting the absence of lengthy dialogue or exposition allows for a more fluid experience, effectively conveying the narrative through subtle visual storytelling. The art style evokes nostalgic comparisons to titles like Yoshi's Island and Yoshi's Story.

    • “I appreciate the fact that there are no words, no long drawn-out backstory, no exposition through dialogue; it shows the story in small ways which doesn't bog down the experience. Bravo, devs!”
    • “As a minor complaint, I don't really care about the game's story; in fact, it's so unimportant that it might as well not even be in the game.”
    • “Also, I appreciate the fact that there are no words, no long drawn out backstory, no exposition through dialogue; it shows the story in small ways which doesn't bog down the experience. Bravo, devs.”
    • “As a minor complaint, I don't really care about the game's story; in fact, it's so unimportant that it might as well not even be in the game.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive art and sound design, creating an enjoyable ambiance. Each area is meticulously crafted with unique themes that harmoniously contribute to an overall joyful experience.

    • “The overall ambiance is incredibly enjoyable, with each area meticulously designed and uniquely themed yet seamlessly blending into the overall joyful atmosphere.”
    • “Really cool art, atmosphere, and sound design as well.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its charm and wholesomeness, with players noting its creativity and passion. The gameplay is described as enjoyable and well-crafted, making it a consistently surprising and fun experience.

    • “It is incredibly charming and wholesome, oozes creativity and passion at every turn, controls well and feels amazing to play.”
    • “Promenade is a wholesome, well-crafted and consistently surprising platformer that puts fun and creativity front and center.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is praised for its cute and well-designed characters, contributing positively to the overall appeal of the game.

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Promenade is a platformer game with kids theme.

Promenade is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 13 hours playing Promenade.

Promenade was released on February 23, 2024.

Promenade was developed by Holy Cap.

Promenade has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Promenade is a single player game.

Similar games include Unbound:Worlds Apart, Yoku's Island Express, Tinykin, Omno, Cavern of Dreams and others.