Save Me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition

Save Me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition

October 30, 2018

ActionPlatformerRPG Nintendo SwitchPCPlayStation 5

Dive into a great adventure in the classic handheld era! In a world where humans and octopuses are at war, Tako is a pacifist little octopus who rescues a woman from drowning one stormy night. A fairy sees this act of bravery and grants him the ability to survive on …

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Critic Reviews (12)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Oct 2018
80.0 /100

"I liked the original but Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition made me a fan by being a much-improved iteration of a promising platformer."

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Ben Sheene Digital Chumps Oct 2018
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

45.0

"Save Me Mr. Tako: Definitive Edition is a quintessential time capsule, transporting players into a replication of Nintendo&s;s Game Boy. While the devotion to the time period may not be for everyone, there is undeniable charm here for old-school platformer …"

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Daymon Trapold Hey Poor Player Oct 2018
70.0 /100

"Save Me Mr. Tako: Definitive Edition hits a lot of the right notes: beautifully nostalgic, quirky, and fun mechanics and catchy music. With a surprising amount of dialogue, secrets to find in each level, and 50 silly hats to discover …"

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Drew Sherratt VGamingNews Oct 2018
85.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

92.0

"I can’t remember the last time that a game so thoroughly surprised me. Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition is a delightful experience that will appeal to old-school platform and RPG fans alike – drawn in by the promise of-old …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Oct 2018
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

40.0

"Save Me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition still remains a unique platforming experience. If you’re looking for a retro-inspired platformer then this will keep you busy for some time. One where you play as a pacifist Octopus – this is well …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Oct 2018
76.0 /100

"All in all Save Me Mr. Tako is a surprisingly lengthy and challenging title, much moreso than its cute, almost Kirby-like, retro looks would imply..."

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Kirstin Swalley Hardcore Gamer Oct 2018
90.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"It&s;s hard to describe just how enjoyable Save Me Mr Tako is."

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80.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

30.0

"It&s;s as shocking as it is baffling that Nicalis blocked Galati&s;s patch considering just how much better Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition is over the original release. A host of quality of life additions shine a spotlight on what …"

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Seb Hawden Rapid Reviews UK Oct 2018
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"When I first booted up Save me Mr Tako, my brain got dragged back to my youth. Where a younger me and a friend of mine were camped on his porch playing Gameboys. Those basic, crunchy chiptunes, the muted green …"

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Trevor Gould Pure Nintendo Oct 2018
75.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

53.0

"Admittedly, the Game Boy emulation will probably turn off many potential players. That said, there&s;s fun to be had under the dated surface. I don&s;t think Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition is a great adventure, but the refinements have …"

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Vítor M. Costa NintendoBoy Oct 2018
80.0 /100

"Save me Mr Tako is a title without great pretensions in the platform genre, but it manages to have a good soundtrack and to be very consistent in its gameplay and narrative. It is faithful to its influences, rescuing a …"

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Zachary Miller NintendoWorldReport Oct 2018
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

46.0

"Everything about the production, from the pixel art and color selection to the catchy chiptunes, will make you think you&s;re playing a lost Game Boy game. Christophe Galati really knocked it out of the park. I just wish the gameplay …"

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