Review: Ovivo (PlayStation 4)

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OVIVO is a mesmerizing platformer with unusual mechanics where everything is as simple as black and white. The journey in the metaphoric world filled with illusions and hidden messages awaits you!

Pros:

  • Black and white minimalist graphics.
  • 429.1mb download size.
  • Platinum trophy.
  • Zen-like gameplay.
  • Simple one-button controls.
  • Gameplay- play as a dot and press X to go between the black and white areas where you collect dots.
  • Clever level design.
  • Can replay levels.
  • Physics and momentum play a big part in the traversal.
  • Play how you want.
  • Generous checkpoints.
  • Instant restarts.
  • Upon clearing a level the camera pans out and you see the picture/symbol.

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Cons:

  • No tutorial.
  • Nothing is explained.
  • Menu/map is not always clear.
  • One trick pony.
  • Can get frustrating.

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Jim Smale

Gaming since the Atari 2600, I enjoy the weirdness in games counting Densha De Go and RC De Go as my favourite titles of all time. I prefer gaming of old where buying games from a shop was a thing, Being social in person was a thing. Join me as I attempt to adapt to this new digital age!