Players Like...

❤ Platforming and Exploration

Players highlight the game's "neat platforming" and "really intuitive" traversal mechanics that make exploring the expansive, "big" levels of the Squirrel Kingdom fun and rewarding. Reviewers describe thoroughly scouring each area to uncover hidden secrets, collectibles, and pathways, praising the level design for its exploration-encouraging layout.

❤ Combat and Souls-like Elements

The game blends hack-and-slash mechanics with a lock-on targeting system, creating a "souls-like" combat experience that reviewers describe as "goofy but fun." Players can use a variety of quirky weapons, like a dead fish or banjo, to fight off "dangerous enemies" with unique attack patterns. The combat also includes parrying and deathblow mechanics that allow players to strategically recover health during fights.

❤ Variety of Gameplay Options

Beyond combat and platforming, the game encourages experimentation with its wide assortment of interactive items, enabling players to perform absurd actions like "pee-hovering while playing the banjo" or "riding a chicken" to get around. Additionally, the game's robust job system tasks players with taking on "weird" side quests from eccentric characters to earn money, which can then be used to unlock new areas or purchase upgrades.

❤ Cohesive Presentation

Reviewers praise the game's cohesive presentation, noting that the "cartoony" art style, "dark humor," and "souls-inspired" combat blend together seamlessly to create a unique and memorable experience. The "stylized" and "colorful" visual design, including the mentioned "cel-shading" art direction, is described as a perfect fit for the game's tone and setting.