I'm sure all of us have this one game (or an entire series) that we feel like is completely flying under the radar and would like more people to check them out...
Or in other words. I'm making this thread to shill my favorite game:
Now Umihara Kawase doesn't have any real story and all that exists feels like a huge after thought, but that really doesn't matter! Why? Because it has some of the most satisfying gameplay I've ever got to enjoy.
Umihara is by no means a one off though! Even though you never hear about it and sales seem to be overall low the game itself came out for: SNES, PS1, NDS, PSP, 3DS, PSV, NSW & PC!
If you couldn't tell from the video. The game is a 2D Platformer, with the exception that your main method of moved is a fishing line. You'll spend most of the game using your (very stretchy) fishing line to grapple through the many levels the games offer. The best part about this however is that the creator was very aware of what you can to with that gameplay. Thus some levels are insanely difficult and require extreme precision, but once you've learned the ropes the movement is really satisfying and something you can't get enough of.
Now I say roughly since the second game (UK Shun) has like 3 versions and there is one spin-off.
My personal favorite is Umihara Kawase Shun and if you only want to buy one game make it this one. Check it out it's a great little gem. (Also the trilogy costs like 6$ during most steam sales)
Also a little fun thing: There was/is a guy who kept his SNES on for 20+ years to keep his records in the SNES version
(I have some other games I'd like to shill, but I'll do that at a later date in this thread)
Or in other words. I'm making this thread to shill my favorite game:
Umihara Kawase
Now Umihara Kawase doesn't have any real story and all that exists feels like a huge after thought, but that really doesn't matter! Why? Because it has some of the most satisfying gameplay I've ever got to enjoy.
Umihara is by no means a one off though! Even though you never hear about it and sales seem to be overall low the game itself came out for: SNES, PS1, NDS, PSP, 3DS, PSV, NSW & PC!
Gameplay
If you couldn't tell from the video. The game is a 2D Platformer, with the exception that your main method of moved is a fishing line. You'll spend most of the game using your (very stretchy) fishing line to grapple through the many levels the games offer. The best part about this however is that the creator was very aware of what you can to with that gameplay. Thus some levels are insanely difficult and require extreme precision, but once you've learned the ropes the movement is really satisfying and something you can't get enough of.
Games and where to get them
As already mentioned. Umihara Kawase came out for various platforms throughout the years. There are roughly 4 games in the series. Umihara Kawase, Umihara Kawase Shun, Sayonara Umihara Kawase and Umihara Kawase Fresh!Now I say roughly since the second game (UK Shun) has like 3 versions and there is one spin-off.
Game | Platform | Where to get | Which one to get |
---|---|---|---|
Umihara Kawase | SNES, PC & included on Shun for PSV & DS |
Umihara Kawase on SteamUmihara Kawase is a girl who uses a fishing hook as a grappling hook. You’ll need quick reflexes to swing your way through the branching surreal environments. Use your brains to figure out the best way through. They say fish is brain food—you’re going to need it!
store.steampowered.com
| Either get the PC version or Shun for the DS |
Umihara Kawase Shun | PS1, DS, PSP, PC |
Umihara Kawase Shun on SteamUmihara Kawase is a girl who uses a fishing hook as a grappling hook. You’ll need quick reflexes to swing your way through the branching surreal environments. Use your brains to figure out the best way through. They say fish is brain food—you’re going to need it!
store.steampowered.com
| If you can get the DS version since it includes the first game and it plays very well with the DS d-pad. Avoid the PSP version at all cost! The physic engine is bugged |
Sayonara Umihara Kawase, Yumi's Odd Odyssey | 3DS, PSV, PC |
Sayonara Umihara Kawase on SteamUmihara Kawase is a girl who uses a fishing hook as a grappling hook. You’ll need quick reflexes to swing your way through the branching surreal environments. Use your brains to figure out the best way through. They say fish is brain food—you’re going to need it!
store.steampowered.com
| If you can get the PS Vita one it includes the 1st game. |
Umihara Kawase Fresh! | PC, NSW, PS4 |
Umihara Kawase Fresh! on SteamUmihara Kawase become open world? Clear the quests with rubbering action!
store.steampowered.com
| Don't bother if your not a fan and want more. Otherwise I prefer Switch. |
Umihara Kawase BaZooKa! | PC, NSW PS4 |
Umihara Kawase BaZooKa! on SteamUmihara Kawase become esports?Rubbering battle action in fixed area.
store.steampowered.com
| Don't bother if you don't get it for 5$ or less |
My personal favorite is Umihara Kawase Shun and if you only want to buy one game make it this one. Check it out it's a great little gem. (Also the trilogy costs like 6$ during most steam sales)
Also a little fun thing: There was/is a guy who kept his SNES on for 20+ years to keep his records in the SNES version
(I have some other games I'd like to shill, but I'll do that at a later date in this thread)