Mail Mole + 'Xpress Deliveries

A simple platformer, not extraordinary, not very long, but quite decent overall, even if the difficulty is handled in a rather odd way. The game features 8 different worlds, each with its own theme, music, and some different gameplay elements. There are around sixty levels in total. Most levels last between 45 seconds and 3 minutes, and the goal is to reach the mailbox with the mole. There are several types of levels: -Standard platforming levels: these are the most numerous and the ones I liked the least. -Races against other moles. Some of the platform levels are reused and the goal is to reach the mailbox before the other moles. This is essentially the same as aiming for the speed-based secondary objective (gold medal) in a standard level. -"Solo races" featuring speed boosters on entirely new levels. These are my favorites. -Boss fights. They are platforming sequences where you must reach switches while dodging traps and boss attacks. These are the only levels that don't involve reaching a mailbox. Overall, the game isn't difficult at all. For some levels, the difficulty is practically non-existent. However, the secondary objective of completing levels quickly remains challen…

Neat premise, medicore execution. I'm reminded of late '90s, early '00s platformers in all the wrong ways. Each level is full of collectibles, but the game only cares about how fast you complete it, but the first time you complete a level you get kicked out with no option to restart (subsequent attempts do give you this option). Entering or exiting any stage involves lengthy cutscenes, but the game's too graphically simple to need these to mask load times on modern computers so it's just a waste of time. The story also just hijacks you every so often to force you into a boss battle, outright disabling going into stages until you do. The controls are both unnecessarily finicky and the only real source of difficulty in any of the levels. There's a run button, which is bad enough on its own, but also a dash tied to timed pressing of the run button, making it easy to get launched off cliffs during precision sections, and on controller these are mapped to the left face button by default just to maximize how uncomfortable it is to hold or chain with jumps. Jump height is based on charging up before the jump instead of how long you hold while in the air, and can only be charged while y…

I really wanted to like the game, but the controls just didn't feel right. Since you can't see the character you're controlling, the hitbox can be hard to judge at times, and holding down the jump button for a high jump—which you pretty much always need anyway—felt kind of clunky. Anyway, I generally liked the level design, and since the levels are pretty easy, I kept playing regardless. But I don’t feel the need to complete it 100%, and since the controls are the most important thing for a good platformer, I can’t recommend the game. :(

Mail Mole + 'Xpress Deliveries is a cheerful 3D platforming adventure that embraces the charm of classic collectathon games while introducing a unique identity through its lovable delivery-focused concept. Developed by Talpa Games and Undercoders, with Undercoders handling publishing duties, the game follows Molty, a hardworking mail-carrying mole who must travel across the colorful world of Carrotland to solve problems, deliver important packages, and restore order. Its combination of exploration, platforming challenges, puzzles, and collectible hunting creates an experience designed around discovery and lighthearted fun. The game’s greatest strength is its ability to capture the feeling of classic 3D platformers while keeping the experience approachable. Players guide Molty through a variety of environments filled with obstacles, hidden paths, environmental challenges, and collectible items. The movement mechanics focus on jumping, climbing, navigating hazards, and using creative routes to reach destinations. Rather than relying on combat-heavy gameplay, the adventure is built around exploration and precision, making every area feel like a playground filled with opportunities to…

It was a lot of fun and very cute!

cute platformer i liked it. i'd say the only notable downside is the music being pretty weak, and the race levels being extremely easy if you use the dash button at all. fun time :)