The Plucky Squire Reviews
Ultimately, I loved my time with The Plucky Squire, the developers clearly have the fundamentals of platforming down and compensate for a lack of difficulty with its heartwarming story and cute characters (Moonbeard is my favorite). The feel-good story will capture both adults and children, as will the forgiving (but fun!) gameplay and puzzles. All Possible Futures does a fantastic job using the tropes of fairy tales to tell a sincere story of fate, heroism, and the responsibility to have faith in ourselves to change and grow.
It is a game where no matter where you look, there is charm. I was grinning from ear to ear throughout this adorable, innovative journey which was aiming to make me happy and it did succeed in doing so!
Review in Arabic | Read full review
It’s a quite charming and lovely game, and I did enjoy my time flipping between its in-game pages and some of the more subtle gaming jokes within it. You really can tell how much creative thought and polish was put into it, but it does mean that there are points where I felt like I was simply being guided through obvious sections, rather than enjoying the discovery of them.
The Plucky Squire is a delightful kids adventure with a fun and unique core mechanic that's been realised incredibly well. Jumping in and out of Jot's storybook to explore the "real" world, engage in light puzzles and face off against Humgrump's minions is a constant delight and, even though the game is never as challenging or as devious as we'd have liked, it's got a ton of heart. A must-play for kids, then, and a breezily nice time for any adults playing alongside them.
The Plucky Squire oozes creativity and charm on every page. It stands aside Balatro and Animal Well as one of the best indie games of the year.
With eye-catching visuals, an identity overflowing with youthful vivacity, and a delightful metalinguistic mix that unites gameplay and narrative, The Brave Squire seeks at once to draw inspiration from past legacies and imprint a unique amalgam. The low challenge may not please some because it seems that the great ideas were not properly used, but for others, honest fun will be all that matters in the adventure of Pontinho and his friends.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The Plucky Squire was worth the wait; it's the definition of indie perfection: it has a lot of quality, heart, soul, innovation and charm. Thanks to the characters, their personality, the world and all the creative things it does constantly, it has become one of our games of the year and one that we will remember with a lot of love.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
After completing the adventure of The Plucky Squire, we can cry “Genius! The game absolutely lives up to all our expectations: it's fun, ingenious and accessible to all. Because yes, if you're between the ages of 7 and 77, you'll definitely enjoy Jot's adventure. Living his story and that of his comrades is a pure videogame delight. In fact, I'm willing to bet that it'll leave such a lasting impression that it'll be one of your fondest memories of the year. And very few games can claim to do that.
Review in French | Read full review
The Plucky Squire is a brilliantly creative little game that will hook you with its unique presentation and phenomenally full-of-life art and reel you in with nostalgic gameplay and great characters. It is fun for all ages. I struggle to think of anyone who won’t find at least one thing they enjoy about The Plucky Squire, making it a game that is definitely worth checking out if it’s on your radar.
Who knew jumping into different realities would be so entertaining? The Plucky Squire is a creative and fun journey across 2D and 3D worlds. From the varied minigames and colorful visuals to the puzzle-solving scenarios, it’s an award winning book. Just be a little patient when going through chapters again. After all, this is one story players won’t soon forget.
A well-thought-out mixture of 2D/3D gameplay with some creative puzzle platforming. Although the difficulty is a walk in the park, everything else in the game makes The Plucky Squire stand out
A magical book that literally transports you to the action, exploration and puzzles inside, with transitions to the realistic world outside. One of the most beautiful and fun games you'll find.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The Plucky Squire is a joy to play, with the varied gameplay, delightful world, and constant surprises ensuring that it stands out as one of 2024’s best indie hits. It just feels so good to play, with so many clever ideas on show throughout the adventure that ensure Jot’s journey is fresh and engaging from start to end. And sure, it might be a little bit on the easy side, but with so many cool challenges to face and fun puzzles to complete, it’s hard not to fall in love with The Plucky Squire.
The Plucky Squire is not just another platformer—it is a boundary-pushing adventure that redefines the genre by embracing creativity in every facet of its design. From the seamless transition between 2D and 3D worlds to the heartfelt narrative, it offers players an experience that is both fresh and nostalgic. With its imaginative narrative, breathtaking visuals, and inventive gameplay mechanics, The Plucky Squire is easily one of the standout games of 2024, taking players on a magical journey through dimensions they’ve never before experienced.
The Plucky Squire features a beautifully charming aesthetic, blending a children’s storybook style with inventive, varied gameplay inspired by Zelda: A Link Between Worlds.
Simply put, The Plucky Squire is a celebration of the creative spirit; of how art can inspire others to create for themselves; of childhood imagination never burning out. If you were the kind of kid who saw entire worlds in your toy chest, who daydreamed about books so much you got chastised by teachers for not paying attention to the books they wanted you to read, or who immediately pretended you were the hero of a movie you just watched on the way out of a theater, The Plucky Squire sings to that part of you that still burns inside. It's a constantly changing adventure of a game that'll take you through genres and ideas you thought you'd left behind years ago, through a world so playful and joyous, and with a character so darned plucky, that you just might walk away ready to create something magical of your own one day.
The Plucky Squire is a charming, funny and beautiful action-adventure. It oozes creativity and merges 2D- and 3D-gameplay to a clever action-plattformer. While the game does have issues regarding controls and pacing, the overall experience is great.
Review in German | Read full review
All Possible Futures, in their first challenge, deliver a meticulously crafted work of art that surprises with several unexpected twists, sure to leave you smiling more than once. If you're in the mood for a light-hearted story, suitable for everyone, with highly original level design, then The Plucky Squire is the game for you: a simple adventure capable of warming your heart.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The Plucky Squire is a game clearly made with a serious amount of love for the wonderful medium of glorious interactivity that is video games. And for it being the first title from development team All Possible Futures, it’s a staggering achievement in art, design and ideas. It’s just a shame the gameplay didn’t get as much attention as the nostalgia it so skilfully indulges.
The Plucky Squire is a creative triumph and certainly lives up to the hype ever since it was first announced. The full experience is wonderful, often employing a change of mechanics from one level to the next, keeping players on their toes with fresh gameplay. The Plucky Squire deserves a spot on anyone's list of titles to look forward to this year. It is a refreshing game amidst the barrage of AAA titles, and certainly a reminder that falling back to depend on a creatively fun and polished experience can do no wrong.