Pilo and the Holobook review

I’m not normally a fan of cute adventure titles. They feel childish, and things are too easy for my liking. However, occasionally a game comes along to change my mind. Pilo and the Holobook did just that! Its colourful world, hand-drawn environments, and fun audio grabbed my attention. Moreover, the story is nicely paced, and the core mechanics get things just right.

The lack of violence and swearing will be a winner for parents. What’s more, the action has a nice sense of guidance. Consequently, this will be ideal for children or lower-skilled gamers. Now, you may worry about a lack of difficulty. However, Mudita Games didn’t make this a walk in the park. Completionists will have to be meticulous in their approach as there are plenty of things to find in this space adventure title.

Pilo and the Holobook = a sticker collactathon.

You play the role of Pilo, an apprentice explorer who loves a good adventure. As their latest journey begins, they encounter a mysterious and poisonous substance known as “Tar”. This space gloop is damaging every alien and preventing Pilo from completing their task. Therefore, they must use the power of the Holobook to remove the threat and complete their quest.

The gameplay revolves around several alien worlds. Each new location has a vibrant feel and a unique appearance. Whether it is a sweltering desert, a lush ocean, or a stinking swamp, Pilo and the Holobook has it all. Each location is filled with animals, fauna, and minerals. Each one must be scanned using the Holobook. As you find new items, a sticker forms within the pages of the helpful tome. These stickers give clues to the base lore while forming the key layers for some basic puzzles.

Simple controls and straightforward mechanics.

The simple tasks will not test you, but the exploration and sticker-gathering mechanics were a joy. Pilo and the Holobook was relaxing to play, and the lack of fast-paced action made a pleasant change. There were some testing moments en route, though. The desert world was particularly challenging, as the map is a little vague. This may annoy some people as you waste time with little guidance.

Though this could be problematic, the controls were simple enough to keep you on track. Using the Holobook was easy, and adjusting the stickers was great. I rarely paid attention to my vast sticker collection, but each item was great to look at, and the snippets of lore were fascinating.

Pilo and the Holobook is simple, fun, and perfect for mindless gaming.

Though Pilo and the Holobook rarely tested me, I enjoyed it regardless. The colourful hand-drawn worlds were a pleasure to explore. Moreover, the audio is upbeat and pleasant to listen to. However, some soundbites were annoying, which was a shame. If you fancy a simple and mindless adventure, this could be right up your street. Alternatively, as a parent, I think this would be ideal for younger or less able gamers. As such, I enjoyed it and think you should pick up a copy from the Xbox Store.