Zissi's Island

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Zissi's Island is a single player open world platformer game. It was developed by Spram and was released on July 29, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Zissi (the player) has traveled from far away to visit her grandmother which coincidentally is about to celebrate her birthday. Of course, Zissi forgot it was soon going to be her grandma's birthday so she didn't get her a present and must now search the island for pearls to make her a pearl necklace as soon as possible before it's too late... after all, it might be her last birthday ever. Feat…

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game is a fun and charming platformer that evokes nostalgia for classic titles from the PS1 and N64 era.
It features a vibrant world to explore, with various collectibles and multiple endings that encourage replayability.
Despite its flaws, many players found the humor and quirky moments enjoyable, making it a hidden gem for fans of the genre.

The game suffers from significant control issues, making precise movements and jumps frustrating.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including a problematic save system that can erase progress.
The overall experience feels incomplete and lacks polish, with some players finding the world to be somewhat boring and empty.

humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its humor, featuring cute characters and funny dialogue that enhance the overall experience. While players may encounter frustrating bad endings on their first playthrough, many feel this adds to the comedic value of the game. Overall, it offers a charming and entertaining platforming experience, appealing to fans of the genre.
- “A funny, fun game.”
- “The one 'downside' to the game is that it has multiple endings and seems very hard to avoid a bad ending on the first playthrough, which was frustrating at first, but looking back at it, I think it just added to the funny experience.”
- “If you're into collect-a-thon platformers with charm, a nice soundtrack, and some funny dialogue, all in a pretty big world, this one's for you.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, featuring cute characters and enjoyable moments; however, some players have noted issues with clunky controls and an imprecise aiming system. Despite these drawbacks, many find the experience engaging, even if they encounter less favorable outcomes in the game's narrative.
- “The characters are cute, the gameplay is great, there are some funny moments, etc. I unfortunately got the bad ending, which is a sad ending.”
- “I have invested a few hours into gameplay and haven't noticed any gameplay problems, aside from the clunky controls and aiming system.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this collect-a-thon platformer is praised for its charm and complements the game's humorous dialogue and expansive world, enhancing the overall experience.
- “If you're into collect-a-thon platformers with charm, a nice soundtrack, some funny dialogue, all in a pretty big world, this one's for you.”
- “The music perfectly complements the vibrant visuals, creating an immersive experience that keeps you engaged.”
- “Each track is uniquely crafted, enhancing the gameplay and making every moment feel special.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy and feeling incomplete, with several minor glitches noted. However, many players still find it enjoyable, especially considering it was developed by a single individual, indicating potential for improvement in future updates.
- “This game is flawed; it's buggy and feels incomplete.”
- “There are a few minor glitches, and it's not perfectly polished.”