Whipseey and the Lost Atlas

The Good
It is a charming 2D platformer developed by Daniel A. Ramirez and published by Blowfish Studios, it features a retro aesthetic, accessible although somewhat challenging gameplay, and a simple whip mechanic. The story begins when a boy named Alex is mysteriously transformed into a pink creature called Whipseey and transported to a strange world by a magical book/locket. You can expect a classic platformer gameplay from this title, with the player running, jumping, and whipping enemies to progress through the levels.

It is a charming 2D platformer developed by Daniel A. Ramirez and published by Blowfish Studios, it features a retro aesthetic, accessible although somewhat challenging gameplay, and a simple whip mechanic. The story begins when a boy named Alex is mysteriously transformed into a pink creature called Whipseey and transported to a strange world by a magical book/locket. You can expect a classic platformer gameplay from this title, with the player running, jumping, and whipping enemies to progress through the levels.

The Bad
Whipseey was developed by Daniel A. Ramirez, who was inspired by classic platformers such as Kirby and Super Mario Bros., which is very evident in every frame. Interestingly, Ramirez began developing the game as a solo project, designing the levels and mechanics himself and you can feel that the game was a passion project for its creator. The end result is fairly polished.

The Bottom Line
Even though it is an incredibly short game, with a total of five levels (each with its own unique theme) I still enjoyed it. While not challenging enough for veterans of the genre, it can act as a great entry point to newcomers. I wouldn't recommend getting it at a full price though, because value to playtime ratio is quite low. But on a decent sale, it would be a crime to let it go, even if fun only lasts a mere couple of hours.