Flynn: Son of Crimson

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  • Summary: Flynn: Son of Crimson is a handcrafted 2D action platformer that will take you on a journey of discovery and redemption. In the game, players will join Flynn in his beloved home of Rosantica – a beautiful island that was once ravaged by war and an evil presence now banished back to TheFlynn: Son of Crimson is a handcrafted 2D action platformer that will take you on a journey of discovery and redemption. In the game, players will join Flynn in his beloved home of Rosantica – a beautiful island that was once ravaged by war and an evil presence now banished back to The Scourge. The magical barrier between Rosantica and The Scourge has started to crack, allowing dangerous creatures to slowly seep back in to try and take over the island. Accompanied by his mythical protector Dex, whose Guardian Spirits have been stolen and must be reclaimed, Flynn will be challenged by the evil from The Scourge and its powerful overlord.… Expand

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Screen Rant
    Sep 16, 2021
    80
    There are some fun nods to its inspirations, such as having an area puzzle that mirrors the Ocarina of Time's Lost Woods puzzle; it even has a race and city called "Neptyn" that look a lot like the Zora and an un-frozen Zora's Domain respectively. While these references are clear, both in its design and gameplay, Flynn: Son of Crimson has a very defined sense of identity and has many unique features that set it apart from its inspirations. Flynn: Son of Crimson is absolutely worth checking out as every second spent in its beautifully designed world is one well spent.
  2. Hey Poor Player
    Apr 8, 2022
    70
    Flynn: Son of Crimson was ultimately worth the wait. Even though it didn’t quite live up to the potential I felt was possible, it’s still a solid platformer with beautiful art and plenty of spunk. Sure, I was disappointed by the half-baked story and how repetitive the combat becomes, but I still had fun playing it. If you’re a fan of retro-inspired games that harken back to the ’90s, I’d check it out.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    May 9, 2022
    70
    While I can say that the pacing and gameplay never fully clicked with me, it might for others. There’s quality in the world of Rosantica and things to appreciate about its story, art, and characters. That being said, this game has potential hidden under some lackluster stages and unbalanced combat. I would love to see another story told in this world with some further polish on the gameplay if Studio Thunderhorse was ever to make a second showing. Should the slower pace not be a bother to you, there’s a lot that Flynn Son of Crimson has to offer. But amongst a sea of similar genre entries on Switch, I’d be hard pressed to recommend this one.
  4. Cubed3
    Jul 20, 2022
    50
    Underwhelming is what perfectly describes Flynn: Son of Crimson, which is a shame, as the pixel art is top-notch (even if it's forgettable) and there are no mechanical flaws to talk about. Sadly, this just isn't enjoyable, with the almost child-friendly difficulty and repetitive gameplay making it hard to remain invested throughout.

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  1. ArlenB
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    Flynn: Son of Crimson is a beautiful game. From the art to the charming music it's just gorgeous. The gameplay is smooth and fun. I highlyFlynn: Son of Crimson is a beautiful game. From the art to the charming music it's just gorgeous. The gameplay is smooth and fun. I highly recommend it! I'll be following Studio Thunderhorse going forward. I can't wait to see what else they create!… Expand
  2. Mintz
    Dec 3, 2021
    8
    Flynn:Son of Crimson Show you what happen when pixel art is nailed with great gameplay and story . Colorful charming world with great engry inFlynn:Son of Crimson Show you what happen when pixel art is nailed with great gameplay and story . Colorful charming world with great engry in the game will keep you entertain till the end.… Expand
  4. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    8
    There’s something to be said for games that know what they want to be, even if not necessarily revolutionary in any particular way, and areThere’s something to be said for games that know what they want to be, even if not necessarily revolutionary in any particular way, and are then executed with a high degree of care and quality. For me Flynn is one such game, adhering closely to the classic 16-bit action platforming template and in general then simply staying the course with a steady stream of new weapons and abilities to keep things interesting through its handful of hours of playtime. Through the use of your weapon-based attacks and magic you’ll work your way through puzzles and a fair amount of combat, with the periodic changes to new zones changing up the enemies and obstacles you’ll face nicely. In terms of the bigger picture, both in terms of the narrative and overall design, perhaps the more paint-by-SNES-era-numbers essence of the game holds it back from being a truly inspired stand-out title. However, if you’re a fan of the era it undoubtedly emulates some of the best it had to offer and feels both retro and just a bit satisfyingly modern at the same time on Switch, making the odds of it being a hit with genre fans pretty solid.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/09/mini-reviews-september-16th-edition.html    … Expand

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