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As the game progresses and Otus makes new friendships, the new friends can be switched through on the fly (Owl pun) at almost any time. The shooting of enemies while flying around doesn’t at all feel complex, yet it still feels immensely rewarding to take out a multitude of enemies by spamming the trigger. The gameplay of all the friends throughout the journey is comparable to that of a twin-stick shooter. For example, Otus’ best friend Geddy acts as Otus’ method of attack, with Otus’ flying Geddy around while he shoots down enemies.

Thankfully, these segments are well executed, leading to the type of quality platforming you’d expect from most other games in the genre.ĭespite being unable to talk, Otus finds himself making friends, with these friends acting as individual abilities throughout the game. There are small segments throughout the game in which the ability to fly is taken away however, which leads to platforming segments that take away your comfort of control. There is no limit to flying, leading to the freedom of exploration, whilst alleviating the frustration of having to charge a flying meter.

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In terms of flying, you’re pretty much free to do it uninhibited most of the time. Otus, as indicated by his mentor Asio, isn’t particularly gifted, so his restricted moveset cleverly reinforces his character. Even though it was obviously a decision to leave the ending of the story to interpretation, I wish I was given a more definitive ending.Īs Otus, you are pretty much given only a spin attack to keep enemies at bay. I do however wish the game didn’t end so abruptly, as the story ends leaving many questions unanswered. The impact of the story was something that took me by complete surprise, leaving me heavily engaged, even after the credits had rolled.

With its fair share of epic and sad story moments, Owlboy’s narrative is a true highlight, and an aspect of the game I deem to be extremely important.

I won’t spoil any more of the story beats, but this game isn’t afraid to pile on you emotionally, as I found myself tearing up numerous times. This is evident in Otus, with his struggles of being a mute, and how his best friend Geddy and his other buddies manage to give him strength and comfort in who he is. Owlboy is a game that addresses how people have self perceived flaws, and how, despite having weaknesses within themselves, the friends they have around them can make them feel like they belong.