Hoa Review in 3 Minutes | A Magically Beautiful Puzzle Platformer

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Hoa is a 2D puzzle platformer game developed by Skrollcat Studio and published by PM Studios and CE-Asia. You play as a Hoa, a fairy with no recollection of her past. As you peacefully float back into your homeland, you slowly bring life back into the world with your magic. It’s up to you to wake residents from their slumber, relearn your abilities, and discover what happened during your absence. If you’re searching for a carefree, short, and charming experience, Hoa has you covered.

Similar to a light summer breeze, Hoa is meant to be a chill, low-stress experience. The plot is short and sweet, the gameplay and puzzling are entry-level, and the overall aesthetic is cute and charming. Be warned that the entire game can be completed in a single playthrough and doesn’t offer any replayability. However, if you’re in search of a beautiful experience that’ll warm your heart, Hoa isn’t a title to sleep on.

The game is available August 24 on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S for $14.99.

Watch our full Review in 3 Minutes for Hoa.


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