Games like Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo

Steam reviews

What players say

Players overwhelmingly praise its yo-yo-driven movement, puzzles and charm, with complaints centring on a sprawling map and clunky combat.

Many players call it a standout 2D Zelda-style action adventure with a GBA-inspired look, and they single out the yo-yo as a surprisingly versatile tool for both combat and traversal. Puzzles and room design draw the most praise, with plenty of secrets and a well-judged set of accessibility options. Some players mention the game's humour and Brazilian setting, and several say it runs well on handhelds such as the Steam Deck. Some players complain that the overworld map is large and confusing, that objectives are sometimes unclear, and that the combat feels stiff. A few find the later stages repetitive or the difficulty uneven, and some note that the ending feels abrupt. Recent reviews are more mixed than the older helpful ones, with a few players finding it tiresome over time.

Who it suits

Suited to fans of 2D Zelda, GBA-era adventures and metroidvanias who enjoy puzzles and exploration, and to players who want a relaxed death system.

Who should skip it

Players who dislike confusing open maps, stiff combat or a long, repetitive late game should probably skip it.

Short vs. long playtime: Players with under 20 hours mostly praise the presentation and the newness of the yo-yo, while those with over 20 hours more often mention a sprawling map and later-game repetition.

Summarised by AI from 73 Steam reviews (English, helpful and recent), as of Oct 18, 2026.