Mina the Hollower, the latest release from Shovel Knight studio Yacht Club, has achieved the highest review scores of the year. The 2D platformer currently holds a Metacritic score of 92, surpassing Forza Horizon 6 and Pokémon Pokopia.
The game has received over a dozen perfect scores from outlets such as RPG Site and IGN, with praise for its masterful game design, excellent spritework, and sound design.
Mina the Hollower is set to release on May 29 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X|S, after a successful Kickstarter campaign and a heavily delayed development process. The game's success is crucial for Yacht Club's future, with the studio relying on its sales to secure its financial stability.
