Review: Duskfade (Switch 2) - A Very Likeable Kingdom Hearts-Inspired Platformer That's Not Quite There

Let's do the time warp again.

A couple of decades ago, before the average cost of game development launched into the stratosphere, it used to be common to see more experimental 'AA' releases on console. These lower-budget games didn't have quite the same production value as the major, best-selling games of the time, but they often made up for this with their charm and willingness to explore novel concepts. Though this sort of game kind of dropped off as the indie scene gained ground, every now and then a modern game will come along in that vein, and Duskfade certainly fits the bill.

Indie developer Weird Beluga's sophomore project following 2021's Clid the Snail is a love letter to a bygone age, combining 3D platforming and light action combat elements with a heartfelt story. It's got its issues and it certainly isn't a home run, but this is the kind of game that you can’t help but love despite its shortcomings.

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