It's a gift that stands as a truly one-of-a-kind gaming experience. It comes with its own set of flaws, awkward design choices and a handful of weird hang ups, but it's absolutely a game that calls out for players to dive in....
Abstract: Physical abuse is one of the worst things that a kid could ever possibly go through. When that physical abuse is at the hands of a loved one, the emotional and psychological effects can be drastic, taking an immense toll on the child. Papo & Yo attempts t...
Published: 2012-11-30, Author: James , review by: gadgetreview.com
Simple puzzlestyle gameplay, Subtle expression of emotion, in the way a kid would see things, Intelligent playerselectable hint system is always nearby but out of sight
Some framerate issues occasionally, Few sections require item spawning, which is very slow
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