Slime Heroes originally launched earlier this year, but it only arrived on Nintendo Switch at the end of July, making it feel like a brand-new game for many players. It’s a Soulslike at heart, but one with a much cuter aesthetic and a range of difficulty options to play with. That means the game can be forgiving if you want it to be, or still deliver a fair challenge if you prefer – striking a nice balance between accessibility and tension.
The game really shines in co-op, especially with a younger player. You can design your own slime, giving it goofy facial features and mixing colours to create something truly silly. On top of that, you can tweak health, enemy damage, and other parameters to make the experience just right for the player you’re teaming up with. It’s a thoughtful system that makes the game flexible enough for different skill levels without losing its charm.
Once your slime is ready, you can dive into a charming adventure together, guiding each other through puzzles and battles. The ability system is particularly delightful; you collect a variety of skills as you progress, and you can even combine two into one hybrid ability. This opens up all sorts of creative ways to approach combat and experiment with different strategies, keeping the gameplay fresh and fun.
While Slime Heroes isn’t the most punishing or revolutionary Soulslike out there, it succeeds perfectly as a solid, approachable experience for younger gamers. It’s especially joyful when shared with kids, creating moments where you’re both engaged and entertained. On the Nintendo Switch, it fits beautifully, is easy to pick up, fun to explore, and rewarding to experiment with. Sometimes it’s nice to play a game with your kids that’s genuinely enjoyable for everyone, and Slime Heroes does exactly that.
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