I've been eyeing Journey to the Blue Mountain in the Nintendo Shop for a bit, but I wasn't sure if I'd like the gameplay. The graphics and atmosphere looked right up my alley, though. When I saw it was on sale (there seem to be a lot of games on sale lately), I figured I'd give it a shot. And boy, was that a mistake...
Players embark on a journey to locate the birds' home in Journey to the Blue Mountain. Along the way, they will encounter a variety of animals and navigate through labyrinthine environments, avoiding traps and collecting feathers. The game allows players to transition between a map screen and individual levels as they progress through the adventure.
Pros
Ideal for players who enjoy Mario-style adventures with elements such as coin collecting and dodging enemies.
Available in Portuguese, English, and Japanese
It’s a game
Cons
No tutorial, meaning you're thrown into the game right away and must figure out how to dodge pesky squirrels and avoid slippery ice picks on your own.
The controls had me scratching my head - in this game, you have to use the "b" button to select things, which is the opposite of nearly every other game on the Nintendo Switch. Good luck trying to remember that!
Be prepared for lots of bugs - the game might freeze up on you, or you might find yourself unsure of what you're selecting.
No “lives” or “health”. In other games, getting hit might just mean losing a heart and carrying on. But in this game, getting hit means starting all the way back at the beginning. You get three chances to try again, and then it's game over.
I couldn't even make it past the first level - I kept dying and getting frustrated with the controls and lack of weapons to defend myself. It was rough. I also stopped trying after 10 minutes. The first level is supposed to be “too” easy usually, so players can get a handle on the gameplay.
The music was so repetitive that I had to turn off the audio before I lost my mind.
I almost wanted to chuck my Switch at the wall. Trust me, this game isn't worth your money or time. There are tons of other, more polished, and enjoyable games available in the Nintendo Store. Skip this one.
Comments