Hirogami Reviews
An origami-themed puzzle-platformer that's a treat for the eyes, but mechanically crumples under any scrutiny.
Unfortunately, the platforming eventually starts to feel frustrating due to bad checkpointing, questionable hitboxes, and ultimate lack of variety. Combat is frequent, repetitive, and ended up feeling like a chore. There's heart and charm here, and I think a sequel could eventually turn this into a viable franchise. As it stands, however, Hirogami isn't a must-play.
With its gorgeous visual style and some fun origami transformations, Hirogami has some high points to enjoy, but it sadly does have a few too many paper cuts that become consistent frustrations. It's not overly challenging, but lowering the difficulty does lend itself to a kind of relaxing, almost meditative experience at times, at least when the camera and other quirks aren't getting in the way.
A lovely looking origami-themed 3D platformer that’s let down by dull combat and pedestrian puzzle design, and then positively ruined by its use of fixed camera angles.
While Hirogami brims with creativity, it never quite comes together into a truly memorable experience.
Hirogami is a fine example of an underused aesthetic, and its beautifully styled origami world looks great on PS5. The platforming is a bit messy and there isn't much variety on offer, but for those who prefer a bit more style than substance, it's well worth a look.
Overall, Hirogami is a visually stunning adventure taking place in a beautifully folded world. There’s a lot to get out of each level with many different challenges to sink your teeth into, but unfortunately, it’s all let down by a lack of polish in gameplay. Platforming feels clunky, and gameplay feels undercooked; it made my time with Hirogami a mixture of being in awe of my surroundings and dismay when I launched myself off the map.
Hirogami is a fantastic little platformer with surprising depth. Its origami world, from every folded tree and piece of wildlife, is a joy to behold, brought further to life with a vibrant soundscape inspired by traditional Japanese instruments. While the combat could perhaps have been a bit more enjoyable, Hirogami's narrative, layered with subtext about the place of traditional art forms in the modern era and overall fun platforming kept me engaged for its 8-ish hour playtime. If you're seeking a platforming adventure with a remarkable artistic vision, Hirogami is a great time and an adventure worth unfolding.
Hirogami is a visually beautiful and thematically consistent platformer that embraces a slower, more deliberate style. Its folding mechanics, animal transformations, and flying sequences provide standout moments, and its papercraft aesthetic is consistently delightful. However, the game's sluggish pace, uneven level design, camera frustrations, and underwhelming dialogue prevent it from reaching its full potential. It's a game that succeeds more in presentation and concept than in execution, offering a meditative, but occasionally hollow experience. Still, for anyone seeking something brief, inventive, and unlike most platformers, Hirogami is worth checking out for its uniqueness alone.
Colorful adventure set in an origami world
Hirogami is a game of fleeting brilliance, where moments of joy like leaping as a frog through a papery forest or uncovering a hidden shrine are undercut by clunky mechanics and unpolished edges. It’s a heartfelt effort from a small team, and the art direction alone makes it worth a glance. Like a sloppily-folded origami crane, though, it collapses, caught between ambition and execution.
This was enjoyable for a time like an origami lesson. But just like the craft this game goes the frustrating ways very quickly and became a shortlived hobby class in the end.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
With a striking papercraft style, Hirogami instantly wins you over with its beautiful art. This platformer uses origami to provide you with a wealth of skills and abilities, but sometimes switching between them can prove to be a little frustrating. Still, if you're a platforming fan and you have a bit of patience, there's a lot to like here.
Hirogami is a game that enchants with its concept and art direction, but on the other hand, it struggles with the execution of some of its key mechanics. Hiro's transformations are detailed and work very well, encouraging exploration. However, its weak story and truncated, slow-flowing combat leave something to be desired. Still, despite being an average title, it can please fans of the genre.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Hirogami may not be for everyone but I loved its papercraft game world and entertaining transformations that really liven up the gameplay. 💠
In short, Hirogami is a 3D platformer that stands out for its creative visual design and original concept of transforming origami into a gameplay mechanic. The artistic identity is strong, but stumbles on crucial points: an unengaging narrative, uncharismatic characters, and a camera that compromises the experience at various points. Even so, the level design and the variety of forms Hiro can assume keep the game functional and engaging throughout much of the campaign. Like origami, Hirogami is impressive from afar for its aesthetics, but when handled, it reveals structural weaknesses.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Hirogami focuses on a varied gameplay flow consisting of exploration, collecting, and switching between origami shapes. The gameplay is very diverse. Each level has a specific focus, which is strongly represented in the mostly short sections. Each level can be played multiple times thanks to the additional challenges. The paper look, which is consistently implemented, gives the game a distinctive appearance. Sometimes it is necessary to switch shapes quickly, which can be a little awkward due to the button layout. However, the relatively low level of difficulty allows you to progress quickly. If you are looking for an entertaining but solid mix of puzzles, combat, and skill, Hirogami is the game for you.
Review in German | Read full review
Hirogami has a good idea that never seems to reach an acceptable level of quality, especially when it introduces a mechanic that deserved more attention and prominence.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Hirogamy offers a stylish and visually distinct platforming experience, thanks to its charming paper world and innovative twists. However, the simplicity of the mechanics and some technical issues prevent it from being a fully fledged platformer. It remains a worthy choice for fans of artistic creativity, but it may disappoint those looking for a deep and tight gameplay experience.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Hirogami is a case that seems more interesting to watch than to actually play. The concept is captivating, the transformation mechanic is intriguing, and the exploration moments are at least engaging. Unfortunately, the clunky combat, hindered by the lack of enemy variety, along with environments that are thematically uncreative, undermine how interesting the overall experience is.
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