Gecko Gods Reviews
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.
As a whole, Gecko Gods is a very charming game that ticks all the right boxes in what makes a good open-world puzzle adventure game.
A relaxing puzzle adventure where climbing, exploration, and discovery shine
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. 🦎
Gecko Gods is a small game with a lot of heart, built with sensitivity and with a clear idea of ​​what it wants to offer, but which never leaves the rather limited and simplistic tracks.
Review in Italian | Read full review
A thoughtful adventure that never quite reaches its full potential. Gecko Gods has a gentle charm that shines through its cosy visuals, calm music, and relaxed approach to exploration. There are moments when everything comes together and the world feels peaceful and inviting. At the same time, the movement issues, camera problems, and technical hiccups make the experience feel uneven. It is a game with a lovely idea at its heart, but one that sometimes struggles to support it. Even so, there is still something enjoyable here for players who like slow paced adventures and do not mind a few bumps along the way.
Gecko Gods is a pleasant experience from start to finish that offers a chill yet adventurous vibe that will appeal to many, especially for it’s beautiful presentation. While the short playtime, the lack of substance in the puzzles and technical issues may hold it back, it’s a small adventure worth discovering and showcases the variety that Super Rare Games is willing to support within the indie space.
Gecko Gods doesn’t provide much challenge, with repetitive puzzles and trivialized platforming thanks to its generous movement mechanics. That won’t be a problem, however, if you’re just looking for a cute, relaxed experience. Chances are, if you were drawn to this game because of the cute gecko you can play as, the title has everything you’d want, if not much more.
Yes, there is a lot of potential in Gecko Gods. With a decent update, this is a game that is very fun and intriguing. Do you like Zelda-style dungeons and riddles? Then I wouldn't hesitate to give this game a try.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Gecko Gods is an enjoyable open-world exploration adventure. The central gameplay element is free climbing: on the role of a gecko, we can walk across all solid surfaces and solve puzzles that allow us to progress through the campaign. However, the general simplicity ends up with an air of superficiality and leaves one wishing that certain aspects were better in-depth, such as the world's story, the variety of environments, and the level design challenges.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Gecko Gods by Inresin might not be perfect because of some camera and control issues, but it is a great showcase of great world and level design, taking some well-thought-out lessons from other games in the genre. Choosing a Gecko as the main character might be ambitious because of the wall and ceiling climbing that comes with it, but when it clicks, Gecko Gods lets the neurons in your lizard brain fire at full speed. With some great puzzles sprinkled in to keep the inner ape awake
Gecko Gods is a short adventure that is more about moving around, exploring, and solving simple puzzles than about being long or hard. It makes for a peaceful experience where you slowly find a lost world while sailing between islands at your own pace. The game's goals aren't ruined by issues with navigation, the camera, or finding puzzle entrances.
Gecko Gods is a visually stunning and mystically ambient exploration adventure. The movement mechanics are nothing short of brilliant and satisfying, and the puzzles range from simplistic to masterful, with a few too many on the simplistic side. The collectibles and optional secrets are mostly superficial and unfulfilling, but you get to eat bugs and squeak on command, which are both imperative and cherished public services.
Ultimately, I can’t be too hard on Gecko Gods. It is a soft, gentle little thing of a game, not too expensive and offering exactly what it says on the tin. My issues with the game and how it makes use of its protagonist (or doesn’t) is not a fatal flaw. But it does mean that the game that I was hoping for turned out to not be the one that I got, and that means there’s kind of a harder ceiling on it than there might otherwise be.
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.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
While it has some graphical quirks that can be distracting at times, this pretty chill mix of exploration and puzzle-solving without any clear threats is a nice change of pace