Gecko Gods
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Gecko Gods is a big adventure for the smalls paws of an unlikely hero.
I'm sad that Gecko Gods didn't ultimately resonate much with me. It's a game with clear indie charm and care poured into it, but also one that never clicks in terms of puzzles, platforming, or exploration. The presentation is nice, but it's also held back by many technical hiccups, both cosmetic and core progression-based alike. The devs do seem eager to keep improving this one, but it unfortunately wasn't quite ready for release.
The Good Beautiful cel-shaded visuals Excellent soundtrack Relaxed gameplay The Bad Minor visual issues Some movement issues
Featuring a cute lizard protagonist and an imaginative archipelago of puzzles, Gecko Gods is just too rough around the edges to earn its stripes. At its best, it emulates the same wonderful feeling of free exploration you get from the Zelda series, but these moments struggle to shine through frustrating controls and low graphical fidelity.
Fun 3D puzzle adventure in which you'll explore a mysterious island chain... as a gecko!
3D platformers don't get much more relaxing or stylish than Gecko Gods and for that, it really stands out as something quite special. 🦎
The small issues don’t detract from the fantastic 6 hours I had squidging around as an increasingly more neon gecko, solving sliding block puzzles and sunning myself in my boat. If you’re looking for a short, relaxing experience full of charm with puzzles just tricky enough that you’ll need to think, but not too hard, Gecko Gods is the perfect Sunday afternoon game to chill out with. Oh and yes, you can customise your gecko.
Gecko Gods is an adventure with a very clear identity and an exploration approach that works especially well when it leverages its free movement and vertical world. Its camera issues, some clunky controls, and minor technical glitches prevent the experience from being completely flawless. Even so, it manages to convey a constant sense of discovery and tranquility that fits perfectly with its premise. It's a highly recommended game if you accept its unique nature.
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