Exploring the Depths of Mina the Hollower
After the opening hour of Mina the Hollower, I found myself dropped into a hostile world with no obviously “correct” path to follow and roaming enemies that could kill me in just a few hits no matter what direction I chose.
After the opening hour of Mina the Hollower, I found myself dropped into a hostile world with no obviously “correct” path to follow and roaming enemies that could kill me in just a few hits no matter what direction I chose.
Mina the Hollower is a challenging retro RPG that combines elements from classic games like The Legend of Zelda, Castlevania, and FromSoft’s Souls series. Developer Yacht Club Games takes inspiration from Zelda games like Link’s Awakening, creating a modern top-down action RPG with a deep and complex world.
The game features an open world reminiscent of early Zelda titles, allowing players to explore freely without blocked paths. Mina’s surreal and uncanny world, filled with gothic fantasy and steampunk tech, offers engaging combat systems, intricate puzzles, and a quirky cast of characters influenced by the likes of David Lynch and Twin Peaks.
With stunning pixel art, a haunting soundtrack, and unique dungeon designs, Mina the Hollower provides a captivating and challenging gameplay experience that keeps players immersed in its rich and mysterious universe.
