Release Date: August 24, 2021
Charming platformer with adventure elements. In Hoa we take on the role of the character, who peacefully explores the picturesque forest, jumps on platforms and solves puzzles. From time to time enemies stand in her way and she has to dodge them.
Hoa is a charming and peaceful platform game with adventure game elements. The game was developed by an independent team Skrollcat Studio, and published by PM Studios.
The main heroine of the game is Hoa. The protagonist travels through the forest, which, although it seems extremely picturesque, hides various secrets and dangers. Our heroine is not alone, because on her way she meets friendly creatures, often offering her help and hints.
In Hoa we observe the action from the side. The gameplay is designed in a way that allows you to calm down and relax. Explore colourful levels, jump on platforms, avoid traps and solve environmental puzzles. Along the way, we meet the heroine's allies, who often share advice and are willing to help us overcome problematic parts of the map (for example, a ladybird can carry protagonist in the air, a caterpillar's abdomen can be used as a trampoline, and a snail will allow her to jump on its shell to get higher). In addition, from time to time we have to deal with danger in the form of hostile forest inhabitants. Although enemies can't hurt the main character, Hoa can't fight, so she has to dodge them or (especially in the case of bosses) look for other ways to neutralise the threat from their side.
Hoa features colourful and very pleasing to the eye hand-drawn graphics. You may also like the calm, relaxing music accompanying the gameplay.
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Developer: Skrollcat Studio
Publisher: PM Studios
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Hoa Review: Like a Simple, Short-Lived Flower
Like a short-lived flower, Hoa is filled with wonder. Its levels and puzzles may be too simple for some, but the wonder it creates through art and sound could be what convinces you to play it.
System Requirements for Hoa Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 760 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Quad Core 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 290 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.
Game Ratings for Hoa Video Game.
Hoa Review: Like a Simple, Short-Lived Flower
Like a short-lived flower, Hoa is filled with wonder. Its levels and puzzles may be too simple for some, but the wonder it creates through art and sound could be what convinces you to play it.
COGconnected: 72 / 100 by Jaz Sagoo
Hoa is one of the best-looking games I have ever played. Each aspect has been stunningly designed, creating a luscious and captivating world. Areas are varied with new mechanics periodically introduced to ensure the game has a nice sense of progression. Unfortunately, there is a lack of challenge and some performance issues that do hamper the experience. Although Hoa is short, this relaxing, whimsical adventure is a visual landmark that will enamor fans of Studio Ghibli.
Nintendo Life: 8 / 10 by Roland Ingram
Young players still green to the simple story ideas and to platforming fundamentals will find absolute magic in Hoa. The orchestral score and hand-painted backdrops have the power to whisk imaginations away like nothing else. The tried-and-true design of a modern platform game, while unsurprising to seasoned players, will delight budding gamers getting to know the genre. Apart from its closing stage, Hoa is a paint-by-numbers platformer – and the painting is exceptional, even if everything stays carefully inside the lines.
GameGrin: 7 / 10 by Violet Plata
Despite a non-existent and samey plot, Hoa offers a great, beautiful experience with tiny details that engulfed me into its world.
Average score from votes.
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