Tobari 2: Dream Ocean (2020)

Developer: desunoya
Publisher: Sekai Project
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 8.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A vibrant and challenging 2D action platformer with a cute pixel aesthetic, where you smack enemies for magic and explore a colorful dream ocean.

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What players say

Players say Tobari 2 improves on the first game with tighter controls and more even difficulty, though the postgame remains challenging. The spell-stealing mechanic is compared to Kirby, the level design to classic Mario, and later bosses fire bullet-hell patterns. A casual-friendly enjoy mode is available, but collectibles and secret levels demand precision.

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