Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Platform
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Secret Base
- Publishers: Secret Base
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure: A Retro Platformer with a Kawaii Twist
Introduction:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure is an indie, retro, platformer starring Tobe, the overly devoted gamer who’s been forced on a treasure hunt by his materialistic crush, Nana. The big headed duo will travel back and forth in the crumbling caves in search of treasures while rescuing fluffy animals, making you scream kawaii ne~ along the way. With 2 unique characters and a total of 4 islands and 16 levels to explore, Tobe’s Vertical Adventure shall bring you back to the 16-bit era.
Gameplay:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure is a classic platformer in the vein of Super Mario Bros. and Mega Man. Players control Tobe as he jumps, shoots, and climbs his way through a variety of levels, collecting coins and power-ups. The game features two playable characters, Tobe and Nana, each with their own unique abilities. Tobe can shoot projectiles, while Nana can hover in the air for a short period of time.
The game’s levels are all vertically oriented, and players must use their platforming skills to navigate their way to the top of each level. The levels are filled with a variety of enemies, traps, and puzzles, and players must use their wits and reflexes to overcome them.
Graphics and Sound:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure features charming 16-bit graphics that are reminiscent of the Super Nintendo era. The game’s characters and environments are all bright and colorful, and the game’s soundtrack is catchy and upbeat.
Story:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure follows the story of Tobe, a young gamer who is head over heels for Nana, the most popular girl in school. Unfortunately, Nana is a materialistic girl who only cares about money and status. In order to impress Nana, Tobe agrees to go on a treasure hunt with her.
The treasure hunt takes Tobe and Nana to a variety of exotic locations, including a crumbling cave, a haunted forest, and a pirate ship. Along the way, they must battle enemies, solve puzzles, and rescue fluffy animals.
Characters:
- Tobe: The main protagonist of the game, Tobe is an overly devoted gamer who is head over heels for Nana. Tobe is a skilled platformer and can shoot projectiles.
- Nana: The most popular girl in school, Nana is a materialistic girl who only cares about money and status. Nana can hover in the air for a short period of time.
Reception:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure was released to critical acclaim. The game was praised for its charming graphics, catchy soundtrack, and challenging gameplay. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Conclusion:
Tobe’s Vertical Adventure is a delightful retro platformer that is sure to please fans of the genre. The game’s charming graphics, catchy soundtrack, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of classic platformers.
10/10
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8/10
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