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A Boy and His Blob

Nov 04, 2021 5 years ago
Type Base game 2009 Genres AdventurePlatformPuzzle Companies Midnight City · Publisher · Abstraction Games · Supporting · Majesco Entertainment · Publisher · WayForward · Developer Follow Log in to follow

When Blobolonia is threatened by an evil Emperor, the blob comes to Earth looking for help. Instead, he finds a young boy. Help the blob dethrone the evil Emperor that's terrorizing Blobolonia and establish a friendship with the blob that will last a lifetime.

What it’s like

This experience is a whimsical, side-scrolling puzzle-platformer where the core mechanic revolves around feeding jellybeans to your blob companion to transform him into various tools and weapons. The narrative setup involves a boy helping his alien friend save a kingdom from an evil emperor, but the focus remains firmly on environmental interaction rather than dialogue or character drama. Visually, it is a standout title with vibrant, hand-drawn art that feels like a living storybook, complemented by a charming musical score that enhances the lighthearted tone. While the story provides a simple framework, the gameplay offers substantial depth through its creative transformation puzzles. The pacing is deliberate and patient, rewarding observation over reflexes. It serves as a delightful, polished adventure for those who appreciate clever design and aesthetic charm over narrative complexity or fast-paced action.

Strong in Visuals / ArtAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicGameplay / MechanicsPolish / PerformanceProgression / Replayability

Keep in mind The game may feel too slow or simplistic for players seeking intense action or complex storytelling. Its puzzle-heavy nature requires patience, which might frustrate those accustomed to rapid-fire platforming challenges.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, en.wikipedia.org, nintendolife.com, opencritic.com, ladiesgamers.com, ign.com.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
Wii Worldwide Full release Oct 13, 200917 years ago
Mac Worldwide Full release Jan 19, 201611 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Jan 19, 201611 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Jan 19, 201611 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Jan 20, 201611 years ago
PlayStation Vita Worldwide Full release Jan 21, 201611 years ago
PlayStation 3 Worldwide Full release Jun 28, 201610 years ago
Android Worldwide Full release Sep 26, 20179 years ago
iOS Worldwide Full release Nov 17, 20179 years ago
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Nov 04, 20215 years ago
Linux Worldwide Full release Exact dateno date yet

Reviews

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