Leif's Adventure: Netherworld Hero

This game gave me massive motion sickness. So if that's something you're sensitive for be mindful and don't try to push through when you notice it. I noticed it immediately but continued because sometimes it just takes some time, in this case it only got worse. I can't really comment on the game itself, seeing as I refunded it after 7 minutes of gameplay. Normally I wouldn't write a review after refunding it so soon, but I think it's important to share in this case.

Leif's Adventure: Netherworld Hero is a 2D Action Platformer with Metroidvania inspired style that will really test your skills in combat, puzzle solving and backtracking. You venture into a journey to save your brother and defend your village from the phantoms king who seeks to destroy it. Immersive art style for all stages and characters as well as the bosses. The soundtracks were top notch. The game has lots of platforming sections and backtracking that will keep you on your toes, punishing boss fights and lots of secrets to discover. I had a slow start but the game keeps getting better as your progress further into the story, so if you're reading this right now, then I suggest you keep trying no matter what and you will see the fruits of your exploration. If one thing I would suggest implementing into the game in the future is controls remapping, other than that I didn't really have any issues with the game and I enjoyed it. Amazing game from a solo developer. Overall Rating 9/10

I love the art style and the great environments you travel through as a player. The game is a little more difficult in places, but the coop aspect makes it really fun to get through. It's also great that Leif and his playable companion Ghost differ in the tasks, so you always have new and different tasks in which you can take turns if you play coop. Also great for playing with players who are not yet so advanced. I also realised that there are so many things hidden aside to the main goal.

Leifs adventure is a beautiful and nostalgic game and an absolute gem. It's a lot of fun playing together in couch coop, especially when one of the two isn't an experienced gamer. In many coop games, one player will be overwhelmed while the other one gets bored. Not with Leif. Plus the dialogues are super funny and the song playing after the intro sequence is a masterpiece. I'm really excited about how this story develops. Absolutely recommended!

Leif's Adventure is a very unique mix of cool ideas and mechanics. On top it's the definition of a passion project. Play the demo, check it out. It's great!

A nice little game, can definitely recommend :)