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Review of Anodyne on Nintendo Switch

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Feb 2019
Cover image of Anodyne on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 28 Feb 2019
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Analgesic Productions
Publisher: Analgesic Productions

Introduction

Step into the surreal realm of Anodyne, a nostalgic pixel-art action-adventure game that's like a drink from the childhood fountain of Zelda, but with more existential dread and... a broom?! Imagine if Link had a cleaning obsession instead of a sword. Yep, that's the vibe.

Gameplay

You play as Young, who explores a bizarre dream world armed with little more than a broom and some killer footwear! The gameplay revolves around interacting with various environments in a quest to collect card-like objects that serve as your admission tickets to progress in this dreamscape. Expect to solve puzzles, fight off quirky enemies (yes, your broom doubles as a weapon), and navigate various areas ranging from swampy nightmares to dark, misty forests. Think of it as a bizarre mash-up of Zelda and a strangely philosophical dream analysis session - with platforming sections that might just make you scream 'Why?!' in delight or frustration. The pixelated graphics harken back to classic adventure games, albeit this dream land sometimes feels like the developers just mixed random thoughts in a blender.

Graphics

Visually, Anodyne is a nostalgic feast. Its pixel-art style channels the classics with a modern twist. It's vibrant, yet riddled with bizarre undertones, as if each screen is a page from a Dream Journal written by a kid with a penchant for melancholic themes and was maybe grounded too often. The environments are diverse and rich in detail, creating a distinctly surreal atmosphere that will have you questioning reality (and maybe your life choices) as you navigate through.

Conclusion

Anodyne may not be the smoothest quest you embark on, but it's definitely a wild ride filled with creativity and charm. Perfect for those who appreciate retro aesthetics and deeper, perhaps darker narratives, it stands as a unique entry in the action-adventure genre. Whether you're breezing through the surprisingly challenging puzzles with your trusty broom or mulling over the game's cryptic story points, Anodyne is bound to leave a mark on your gaming heart - just remember to keep a vacuum handy for all the metaphorical dust that this game will certainly stir up!

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