Underplayed Gems

FORZA POLPO! (2023)

FORZA POLPO! cover
Developer
MONTE GALLO
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.3 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, colorful romp as a robo-octopus with floaty physics and arcade-style action in a post-apocalyptic anime Japan.

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What players say

Players call it a loving take on Jumping Flash, praising the controls and Japanese city-pop soundtrack. The energy management mechanic divides players: some find it puzzle-like and rewarding, others say it kills exploration. Reviews note a quality drop in the second half after Early Access, and the developer's defensiveness about criticism.

Screenshots

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