La-Mulana

 Switch
La-Mulana Image
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews What's this?

User Score
tbd

No user score yet- Awaiting 2 more ratings

Your Score
0 out of 10
Rate this:
  • 10
  • 9
  • 8
  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • Summary: Will you fall prey to deadly traps or unravel the secrets of LA-MULANA?

    LA-MULANA is an "Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game" in which you search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the "Secret Treasure of Life" - which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of    Will you fall prey to deadly traps or unravel the secrets of LA-MULANA?

    LA-MULANA is an "Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game" in which you search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the "Secret Treasure of Life" - which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of "LA-MULANA" and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

    Apart from the plethora of traps lying in wait to stop intruders, there are also monsters on the prowl, protecting the ruins.

    Head for the innermost depths of the ruins while solving a variety of mysteries, fending off monsters, and disarming traps.    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Nintendo Life
    Mar 24, 2020
    80
    Though brilliant in its design, La-Mulana is definitely one of those games that will only appeal to a dedicated few. This is not a game you can casually play every once in a while, and expect to get a great experience; it demands a little more of its players than that through its peerless puzzle design. If you do give it the time of day, however, La-Mulana proves itself to be one of the most intricately-crafted Metroidvanias in recent memory. We’d give La-Mulana a strong recommendation, then, but with the caveat that you come into this one expecting to be frustrated and stuck often. Don’t be scared off by the daunting difficulty, this is one for the ages.
  2. Pure Nintendo
    Apr 8, 2020
    80
    No, I didn’t chuck my controller as I’ve grown up. However, I still say the game cheats. That aside, LA-MULANA has a ton of playability as you try to find hidden shops and solve the puzzles. It is not the best game on the Switch, but it is a lot of fun. It would be a shame to pass up this little hidden gem.
  3. Cubed3
    Jun 10, 2020
    80
    La-Mulana is an exceptional metroidvania, but only to those who are capable of braving its meticulous ruins. Understanding the symbols and meaning behind so much of its cryptic messages is only half of the battle. Being able to meet it physically is another story, since the enemies are as insane as the ones in old-school Castlevania, and the traps are more methodically implemented. The adventure is epic with quite a few miles to it.
  4. FNintendo
    Apr 22, 2020
    70
    La-Mulana knows how to be tough and demanding but dedicated players will find a game that has an interesting plot, a marvelous visual environment that's inspired on the 16-bit era, an exquisite soundtrack and very engaging puzzles. Not all players will be lured, due to some puzzles leading to frustrating moments but fans of Metroidvania-type games have a real gem here for the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

User Reviews

Write a Review
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 1
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 1
  3. Negative: 1 out of 1
  1. HSuke
    Jul 19, 2020
    4
    I really want to give this 2 scores:

    - For dedicated explorers who want to put 50+ hours into a tedious puzzle, platforming game: 10/10 -    I really want to give this 2 scores:

    - For dedicated explorers who want to put 50+ hours into a tedious puzzle, platforming game: 10/10
    - For typical Metroidvania fans: 2/10

    This game is beyond frustrating. It's already very difficult for a Metroidvania, on par with ESA in terms difficulty. The controls and jumping are very clunky and feel like something from an early 1990s platforming game. Movement is not fluid at all like in modern Metroidvanias.

    The puzzles are extremely abstruce. I suppose the extremely tedious and masochistic nature of the game makes it rewarding for some players. You often have to go back and forth across the map ... guess and check, guess and check, and then guess and check again trying to figure out many puzzles. If you like spending hours farming in games doing repetitive tasks, you may enjoy this.

    Boss battles are super frustrating too, not only because they're difficult, but because they're far from the nearest save point. This game makes Dark Souls look fair. Imagine all the hours wasted trying to beat bosses because you keep dying trying to get to them.

    There are some who have put in 200+ hours to beat this frustrating game. Good luck.    … Expand

Current Switch Games

Full List »
94 Persona 5 Royal
94 Metroid Prime Remastered
90 Chained Echoes
90 Persona 4 Golden
89 Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration
89 NieR: Automata - The End of YoRHa Edition
88 Tunic
87 Melatonin
87 Rogue Legacy 2
87 Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
87 Inscryption
86 Ib
86 Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope
86 The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
86 Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo
86 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
86 Bayonetta 3
85 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
85 Octopath Traveler II
84 Signalis
All Current Games »