Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara

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  • Summary: Join series favorite Koa and her friend Napopo on an action-packed journey through the world of Mara! Traverse wild islands, dodge cunning traps, and defeat the knarrrrrliest pirate bosses in this loving tribute to classic platforming adventures.

    Unlock an archipelago piece by piece. From    Join series favorite Koa and her friend Napopo on an action-packed journey through the world of Mara! Traverse wild islands, dodge cunning traps, and defeat the knarrrrrliest pirate bosses in this loving tribute to classic platforming adventures.

    Unlock an archipelago piece by piece. From sandy beaches to bubbling volcanoes, there's no shortage of charming and colourful islands to visit, each one chock full with secrets and collectibles. Each level offers beautiful visuals rich with detail and depth.

    Relax and unwind - or knuckle down and challenge yourself! From newcomers to speedrunners, Koa and the Five Pirates is a buccaneering adventure for all.    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Gamezebo
    Oct 19, 2023
    80
    Koa and The Five Pirates of Mara is perhaps a little twee for older gamers, but anyone that’s after a fast paced platformer should check this out.
  2. Video Chums
    Jul 26, 2023
    80
    As a spin-off of a highly underrated game, Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara is a lovely 3D platformer that's full of charm and heart.
  3. Hobby Consolas
    Jul 24, 2023
    77
    Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara is an opportunity to revisit the world of Summer in Mara, now as a 3D platform game with a very Nintendo flavour, not very innovative, but fun and with a control system, previously seen in Mail Mole, designed with speedruns in mind. You'll enjoy it more if you played Summer in Mara.
  4. Nintendo Life
    Aug 9, 2023
    70
    Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara isn’t exactly a bold reinvention of the 3D platformer, but it repeatedly proves that it’s got it where it counts. Smooth controls, decent level variety, and lots of collectibles all make this one a fairly easy recommendation, even if it is a little simplistic looking. If you're after 7-10 hours of solid, colourful 3D platforming, we’d suggest giving this one a shot.
  5. Starbit
    Aug 21, 2023
    70
    Fun, engaging and accessible, Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara can be equally enjoyed both in short bouts on the Nintendo Switch screen and in longer sessions on a television screen, as the experience easily suits both ways thanks to its captivating world and well implemented mechanics. The difficulty curve can seem unbalanced at times, but the game is very accessible to newcomers and a welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
  6. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 15, 2023
    67
    If you’re not looking for something new in the field of 3D platformers and you just want to scratch that itch with a genre we don't see often anymore, Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara might be a perfect new release for you. On the other hand, if you want something unique, polished and unforgettable... You might be in the wrong place.
  7. CGMagazine
    Jul 25, 2023
    60
    Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara is a decent, albeit very basic platformer that does enough to be mildly entertaining, but not enough to have a lasting presence.

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  1. abcorieChibig
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    A great platformer with nice art and music! You can play it exploring or try to beat speedrunner timings. Highly recomended!
  2. GamingCouchSpud
    Aug 12, 2023
    7
    The Good
    Great graphics, game looks and plays great on the Nintendo Switch Lite. A nice fun little platform game.
    The Bad No double jump!    The Good
    Great graphics, game looks and plays great on the Nintendo Switch Lite. A nice fun little platform game.

    The Bad
    No double jump! How dare you! The controls can be a bit fiddly at first, and unless you are running, the movement of the character feels very slow. So, you just end up constantly holding down the button to run.

    Overall
    Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara is a well-made and engaging platforming adventure. With its beautiful visuals, diverse gameplay, and memorable characters, it provides a delightful gaming experience for players of all levels. Whether you're exploring the islands leisurely or seeking to conquer time trials and challenges, this buccaneering escapade is a must-play for Nintendo Switch owners.

    I score Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara a strong 7.5/10

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    http://www.gamingcouchpotato.co.uk/2023/07/review-koa-and-five-pirates-of-mara-on.html    … Expand

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