Gorogoa

 Switch
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 1 out of 16
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  1. GameCritics
    Jan 2, 2018
    45
    I’ve seen articles mentioning that Gorogoa was created by a single man over a number of years, and it’s clearly a monumental labor of love. I want to respect that and I appreciate the amount of work that must’ve gone into this title… I honestly can’t even imagine. That said, as someone coming to this project knowing nothing about it beforehand, I found the Swiss-watch mechanics and detailed illustrations to be impressive, but the experience fell short in all other aspects. I’d love to view an edited Let’s Play of all the sequences being solved in order, but I have a tough time recommending it as something to play.

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#26 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#62 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 60 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 60
  3. Negative: 7 out of 60
  1. KevoKazooie
    Feb 26, 2018
    7
    It's definitely impressive that this game was essentially the work of one person over many years, with a clear and interesting vision. It's aIt's definitely impressive that this game was essentially the work of one person over many years, with a clear and interesting vision. It's a unique puzzler unlike any I've played before, and I'm glad that I played it and supported the indie developer. But at the end of the day, it didn't quite leave me fully satisfied.

    There are some really clever puzzles, but the game doesn't do a good job of explaining it's mechanics. You just have to basically figure out how to play on your own. Sometimes, I solved a puzzle by logic and actually figuring it out which felt satisfying, but half the time it seemed like I solved it by pure luck of trial and error. Those times felt a bit disappointing. The puzzles do slowly ramp up in complexity, but the final puzzle was surprisingly straight-forward and easy; definitely a let-down to end the game on. It's also pretty short, which isn't always bad, but I felt like with it's unique and complex puzzle concept, it could have been longer with more puzzles to solve. I was a bit surprised to reach the end when I did.

    Although it has an interesting vision and story to tell, the story is so vague I didn't really get much out of it. After I finished the game, I was just left scratching my head. I wish it had given some clearer insight, which also might have helped with the puzzle-solving. It is nice that's it's all music and sound effects, though. Great atmosphere.

    Despite its flaws, it's still a unique game worth a try. If you're not sure about the $14.99 price tag, you probably wouldn't regret buying if it's ever on sale.    … Full Review »
  2. mefzeldernx
    Feb 12, 2018
    9
    Una prueba de que los vídeo juegos son arte, "Gorogoa" pertenece al género puzzle, donde una gran serie de dibujos en acuarela construyen unaUna prueba de que los vídeo juegos son arte, "Gorogoa" pertenece al género puzzle, donde una gran serie de dibujos en acuarela construyen una hermosa experiencia narrativa y visual.
    Por el precio es mejor conseguirlo en dispositivos celulares, pero tenerlo en Switch me gustó. La definición es mejor y los controles responsables.
    Lo recomiendo mucho, es una experiencia artística muy satisfactoria e introspectiva.    … Full Review »
  3. night4
    Jun 16, 2018
    4
    Beautiful artwork, but it's almost impossible to play without using the touchscreen, which is restrictive and awkward.

    It also isn't    Beautiful artwork, but it's almost impossible to play without using the touchscreen, which is restrictive and awkward.

    It also isn't obvious what you're supposed to do, and there's not much to it: you can just keep moving things around until they "fit."

    I regret this purchase.    … Full Review »
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