A Hole New World

About

A Hole New World casts you as a potion-slinging hero battling creatures spilling from a twisted dimension. You mix spells from collected ingredients to blast enemies, leap between platforms, and navigate shifting levels. Combat relies on quick thinking and resource management since the game offers no hand-holding or simplified settings. A floating helper character assists but won’t do the work for you. The art style leans into colorful chaos with exaggerated animations and quirky creature designs. The game’s lack of tutorials forces you to experiment with brews and mechanics from the start. While some find the difficulty curve jarring, others praise the old-school approach. It released in 2017 but remains available on multiple platforms including Switch and PC. With a 75/100 Metacritic score, it divides players, some call it charming and replayable, others call it frustrating. The potion system’s depth and fast-paced action keep things lively even when the learning curve bites back.

Storyline

The city is being invaded by monsters from the Upside Down World! You, the Potion Master, must defeat evil all alone, with no tutorials or "Easy Mode" to assist you. You'll have to rely on the help of Fäy, your companion fairy, and your potions!