Yokai Rescue

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Yokai Rescue is a single player action game. It was developed by Yokai Rescue Team and was released on July 19, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Yokai Rescue is a short but intense experience where your reflexes are put to the challenge. Drag yourself into the air with your magical Yokai powers to ascend through the various levels of the tower. But beware, the Selvos are everywhere and will try to stop you. Your master has been captured along with other Yokais and you must rescue them.Master your powers Attach your energy rope onto rings a…

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Yokai Rescue features charming art style and lovable characters, creating a heartwarming atmosphere.
The game offers fluid mechanics and engaging level design, providing a smooth and satisfying gameplay experience.
The platforming challenges are well-paced, requiring skill and precision, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

The game suffers from poor graphics and a lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
Input issues with controllers and awkward dash mechanics can lead to frustrating gameplay moments, especially during boss fights.
Despite being free, the game fails to stand out among the multitude of platformers available, resulting in a dismal public reception.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The graphics in the reviewed games vary significantly, with some titles criticized for poor pixel art that detracts from the overall experience, while others, like Yokai Rescue, are praised for their charming 2D aesthetics and expressive visuals that enhance gameplay. Despite the mixed reception, some games manage to succeed through engaging mechanics rather than relying solely on their graphics.
- “Yokai Rescue is a delightful 2D sci-fi platformer that effortlessly blends adorable aesthetics with challenging gameplay.”
- “The game's charming art style and lovable characters create a heartwarming atmosphere, while its fluid mechanics and engaging level design ensure a smooth and satisfying experience.”
- “The graphics are pretty expressive and have a lot of charm to them.”
- “This features really godawful pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Yokai Rescue offers a charming 2D sci-fi platforming experience that combines adorable aesthetics with challenging yet enjoyable gameplay. The fluid mechanics and imaginative level design provide a satisfying and varied experience, making it both engaging and heartwarming. Overall, the game successfully balances difficulty with a relaxed atmosphere, ensuring a delightful adventure.
- “Yokai Rescue is a delightful 2D sci-fi platformer that effortlessly blends adorable aesthetics with challenging gameplay.”
- “The game's charming art style and lovable characters create a heartwarming atmosphere, while its fluid mechanics and engaging level design ensure a smooth and satisfying experience.”
- “Yokai Rescue's standout feature is its ability to seamlessly blend challenging gameplay with a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's charming art style and lovable characters foster a heartwarming atmosphere, complemented by fluid mechanics and engaging level design. It effectively balances challenging gameplay with a relaxed and enjoyable ambiance, making for a satisfying experience.
- “The game's charming art style and lovable characters create a heartwarming atmosphere, while its fluid mechanics and engaging level design ensure a smooth and satisfying experience.”
- “Yokai Rescue's standout feature is its ability to seamlessly blend challenging gameplay with a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes strong emotions through its charming art style and lovable characters, fostering a heartwarming atmosphere. Coupled with fluid mechanics and engaging level design, it delivers a smooth and satisfying experience that resonates with players.
- “The game's charming art style and lovable characters create a heartwarming atmosphere, while its fluid mechanics and engaging level design ensure a smooth and satisfying experience.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as simple yet entertaining, complemented by appealing artistic direction and well-drawn character portraits. Players appreciate the engaging narrative, especially once they become familiar with the game mechanics.
- “I recommend it; the story is simple yet entertaining. The artistic direction is great to look at, the character portraits are well drawn, and once you get the hang of the commands, you can do some pretty cool tricks.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is generally well-received for its quality and sound design, but some users find it repetitive and note that the looping could be smoother.