Giraffe and Annika

"Giraffe and Annika certainly isn&s;t the kind of game that you&s;ll enjoy for its gameplay. Instead, its main appeal is found in its adorable and whimsical world that&s;s filled with lovely sights and sounds that are sure to put a …"

"Though none of its constituent parts are world-beaters, the feelings they exude make Giraffe and Annika greater than their basic sum. It’s a game that’s ideal for both youngsters and those needing to spend some hours just relaxing or getting …"

"Giraffe and Annika, presents a great premise, mixing elements of exploration, platforms and rhythm. Still, its best features are the combination of graphic sequences with the soundtrack. Its plot, while not original, tends to leave a good image in the …"

"Like the rest of the experiences found on Spica Island, these rhythm battles can best be described as quaint. And while that term may not be the one publishers race to add to an accolades trailer, I hope the developers …"

"Honestly, the amount of attention to detail and hidden touches is enough to make me recommend this game to platformer fans, but I reckon you may wanna go for the physical edition with extra goodies or wait for a digital …"

"Giraffe and Annika is a title that feels right for 2020. The evolution of the story as you meet fun and interesting characters overshadows much of the shortcomings, like the lack of challenge and somewhat disappointing dungeon sequences. Normally, a …"

"WORTH CONSIDERING - Overall, the story is worth playing through. It is touching and has an ending that is quite good. The manga panel presentation of the story telling is very cool, and the music is absolutely wonderful. However, with …"

"Still, even with the small nitpicks, there are quite a few things to enjoy in a low-pressure game like Giraffe and Annika."

"At the end of the day, the gameplay isn&s;t likely to compel you to spend the 5-10 hours needed to see the story through. Everything this game does is done better elsewhere, so dive back into the bottomless eShop sea …"

"There&s;s nothing quite like a good exploration / adventure title for a few hours of enjoyment and discovery, and for the most part that&s;s where Giraffe and Annika delivers..."

"Giraffe and Annika is clearly meant for gamers much younger than I but there were still some enjoyable parts to it for me."

"Ever heard of the phrase “jack of all trades, master of none”? That’s Giraffe and Annika in a nutshell. It tries to be a Zelda clone, a rhythm game, an exploratory 3D platformer, and even a mini slice of life …"

"Giraffe and Annika is meant for less experienced and younger gamers and does a good job of presenting a world for them to explore. There might not be much to see or challenges to overcome, besides some control issues, making …"

"Giraffe and Annika is the first outing for Atelier Mimina, and as a statement of intent, it shows us a developer that we should be paying attention to."

"It is a refreshing take on an adventure and rhythm game and I enjoyed it a lot more than I expected to."

"Giraffe and Annika manages to show a couple of good ideas, but doesn&s;t excel in anything."

"Giraffe and Annika is packed full of charm, a little childlike innocence, and a few rhythmic battles that break up the questing. They make up the unique title that Giraffe and Annika is and though I enjoyed the game I …"

"Giraffe and Annika is a light game, a fairy tale with a clean manga aesthetic and full of subtleties. With too simplified environments and very simple mechanics for an exploration adventure, it brings its most original point a rhythmic system …"

"Overall, Giraffe and Annika is some light fun that’ll last you about a good four to six hours depending on how much cat artwork that you want to search for. It’s short, sweet, and it never overstays its welcome which …"

"Giraffe and Annika is an aventure 3D game with some rhythm battle and a cute design that trasport you to Spica Island, a misterious and colorful place with many friends and five dungeons that helps you to recover Annikas memories. …"

"Giraffe and Annika doesn&s;t quite excel when it comes to its adventuring side - a pity considering how much time it ends up taking - but a charming, comic-esque presentation, and rhythm game boss fights at least make it interesting."

"Overall, Giraffe and Annika is a bit of a weird experience. On the one hand, it feels very unrefined. Not unfinished by any means, just not polished to the degree it could be. On the other hand, it has a …"

"If you’re looking for a wholesome and genuinely cute and adorable game to play, Giraffe and Annika is for you. Instead of defeating enemies and brutally barging your way past anyone who stands in your way, Annika is all about …"

"Giraffe and Annika is not a good game, which is a sad thing, as it feels like there is something missing. It&s;s very rough, and is reminiscent it is one of those Unreal Engine 4 demos made by students. There …"

"Giraffe and Annika is a rhythm adventure game that is short on rhythm, and too heavy on the tedious portions of the adventure. Still, Giraffe and Annika manages to make the most of this title, with beautiful manga inspired panels, …"

"It&s;s a little ramshackle, but care and craft has gone into the making of Giraffe and Annika. There&s;s nothing new here to speak of, but its disparate genres work well together and we had a good time unravelling the mysteries …"

"Giraffe and Annika may be a bit too simple for its own good but its childlike charm makes for a light and delightful adventure game."