Charming platformer with adventure elements. In Hoa we take on the role of the character, who peacefully explores the picturesque forest, jumps on platforms and solves puzzles. From time to time enemies stand in her way and she has to dodge them.
Hoa is a charming and peaceful platform game with adventure game elements. The game was developed by an independent team Skrollcat Studio, and published by PM Studios.
Plot
The main heroine of the game is Hoa. The protagonist travels through the forest, which, although it seems extremely picturesque, hides various secrets and dangers. Our heroine is not alone, because on her way she meets friendly creatures, often offering her help and hints.
Mechanics
In Hoa we observe the action from the side. The gameplay is designed in a way that allows you to calm down and relax. Explore colourful levels, jump on platforms, avoid traps and solve environmental puzzles. Along the way, we meet the heroine's allies, who often share advice and are willing to help us overcome problematic parts of the map (for example, a ladybird can carry protagonist in the air, a caterpillar's abdomen can be used as a trampoline, and a snail will allow her to jump on its shell to get higher). In addition, from time to time we have to deal with danger in the form of hostile forest inhabitants. Although enemies can't hurt the main character, Hoa can't fight, so she has to dodge them or (especially in the case of bosses) look for other ways to neutralise the threat from their side.
Technical aspects
Hoa features colourful and very pleasing to the eye hand-drawn graphics. You may also like the calm, relaxing music accompanying the gameplay.
August 23, 2021
Hoa Review: Like a Simple, Short-Lived Flower
Like a short-lived flower, Hoa is filled with wonder. Its levels and puzzles may be too simple for some, but the wonder it creates through art and sound could be what convinces you to play it.
Videos and Screens
[1:30] Hoa teaser trailer #1
Gamepressure Review
Hoa
Like a short-lived flower, Hoa is filled with wonder. Its levels and puzzles may be too simple for some, but the wonder it creates through art and sound could be what convinces you to play it.
PC Windows
Hoa Summary
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Developer: Skrollcat Studio
Publisher: PM Studios
Hoa System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Dual Core 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 760 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit
Recommended: Quad Core 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 290 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit