Platforms
- PCAug 24, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.61.83K Players
- PlayStation 5Aug 24, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.6259 Players
- Xbox Series X|SAug 24, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Aug 24, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.8237 Players
- Xbox OneAug 24, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchAug 24, 20217.7playscore6.711 Critics9.3163 Players
20 critic reviews · 2 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Hoa is a spirited adventure with a relaxing atmosphere. While I wish it were longer for its launch price (with optional challenges), I’m confident I’ll replay it. The desirable aesthetics combined with goal-driven gameplay are too enjoyable a combination.
Trevor Gould · Oct 05, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - There’s no doubt we were whisked away by Hoa at times – largely thanks to the wonderful hand drawn visuals and melancholic soundtrack. There’s an amazing world that’s been created here, it’s just not always the most exciting place to explore. Hoa looks to offer up a relaxing experience first and foremost though, and because of its amazing aesthetics it largely succeeds in this aim – but it’s still hard to overlook its lack of ambition in the gameplay department.
Maria Alexander · Sep 02, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Though it lacks some of the modern features we take for granted these days, perhaps part of the charm is randomly running through the whole thing again so that you can be reminded of simpler times, when games didn’t ask you for more money with flashing ad banners for the latest season pass or premium skin, or fail to even start because of a service being offline. There are longer games priced at $14.99, but none are this pleasing to the senses.
Paulmichael Contreras · Sep 01, 2021 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Hoa is one of the best-looking games I have ever played. Each aspect has been stunningly designed, creating a luscious and captivating world. Areas are varied with new mechanics periodically introduced to ensure the game has a nice sense of progression. Unfortunately, there is a lack of challenge and some performance issues that do hamper the experience. Although Hoa is short, this relaxing, whimsical adventure is a visual landmark that will enamor fans of Studio Ghibli.
Jaz Sagoo · Aug 27, 2021 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Hoa is a lovely little game that pretty much anyone of any age can enjoy. It's not trying to do something new, but rather whisk you off on a short, beautiful adventure full of positivity.
Liam Croft · Aug 27, 2021 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Young players still green to the simple story ideas and to platforming fundamentals will find absolute magic in Hoa. The orchestral score and hand-painted backdrops have the power to whisk imaginations away like nothing else. The tried-and-true design of a modern platform game, while unsurprising to seasoned players, will delight budding gamers getting to know the genre.
Roland Ingram · Aug 24, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Hoa is a peaceful experience that makes sure not to overstay its welcome. The environments are gorgeous, the gameplay is neat, and the soundtrack is captivating. More than anything, it makes me excited for what we’ll get from developer Skrollcat Studio down the road. It’s the perfect game to pick up and chill out with if you’re stressed, anxious, or just want a breath of fresh air.
Donovan Erskine · Aug 23, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Unravelling the narrative and exploring the carefully crafted world in Hoa is both satisfying and rewarding. Fans of puzzle games like Flower or Journey will find the same sense of peace and emotional fulfillment, while those who enjoy Studio Ghibli-inspired art like the Nino no Kuni series will likely appreciate the hand-painted characters and backgrounds. Hoa is a puzzle game worth playing multiple times, as every new journey through the magical landscape reveals further details, and remains just as delightful as the first playthrough.
Laura Gray · Aug 23, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Hoa is a beautiful but brief puzzle-platform adventure that made for a relaxing evening’s worth of entertainment. It features no major physical threats nor any puzzles that are particularly obtuse, so cruising through its hand-painted slices of nature gave me a pleasantly zen-like experience. It’s a shame that the substantially more inventive final sequence wasn’t fleshed out even further, and I wish there were some additional reasons to explore its small selection of environments. But otherwise Hoa is a breezy little jaunt that’s all chilling and no killing.
Tristan Ogilvie · Aug 23, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Hoa is a lavish visual feast with a lack of mechanics to match.
Ryan Stevens · Aug 23, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Reviewed on PC
- Rated on Switch
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Hoa is a platform-adventure game featuring beautiful hand-painted art and a calm, relaxing atmosphere. The game follows the main character, Hoa, as she discover her own story on a journey through a breathtaking and magical world back to her homeland.
Developer: Skrollcat Studios