The WhatsNext verdict
Glowfish is a charming, beautiful aquatic adventure whose responsive swimming and relaxing flow make it easy to recommend in short sessions. Play it for the luminous atmosphere and satisfying companion-collecting loop, as long as repetition does not bother you.
What it does best
A luminous underwater world with a look all its own
Swimming through danger feels unusually precise and tactile
A gentle, absorbing flow that is easy to lose an evening to
The ocean floor keeps rewarding curious detours
What might put you off
The core gameplay becomes repetitive
Tight spaces and touch controls can feel punishing
The setup
What you are walking into
The evil Dr. Urchin has kidnapped Coralline! It’s up to Glowfish to free his lady friend and sea pals everywhere from his clutches in this underwater platform adventure. Beware—while you scour the ocean floor in search of lost friends waiting for rescue, a host of enemies is lurking! Each level takes you deeper in the unique ocean world with new challenges and enemies at every turn. Gather your friends to make Glowfish bigger and better at challenging the boss on each level. Set the captive friends free by surrounding Glowfish with a powerful circle of friends, or circle the enemy to fire your blasting bubbles and win the battle. Add to your team by collecting powerful Super Chums to help you along the way, and upgrade them by collecting coins to give you even more of an edge in each boss battle! Dive in and be prepared to be dazzled in Glowfish.
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