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About Vohenn
Vohenn is a handcrafted Metroidvania adventure built for mobile. Set on a mysterious island, it tasks you with exploring interconnected zones, collecting upgrades, and solving environmental puzzles to unlock new areas. Developed by Alper Sarıkaya, the game launched in January 2026 on Android and iOS. Its design prioritizes compact, touch-friendly sessions without sacrificing the genre’s signature backtracking and discovery. You’ll backtrack through evolving terrain as you gain abilities like double jumps or wall slides, gradually peeling back the island’s secrets. It’s a portable take on a classic formula, aiming to fit Metroidvania pacing into phone-screen-friendly chunks.
Gameplay
Progression in Vohenn hinges on collecting scattered relics that unlock movement skills, like swimming or climbing. Each ability opens new routes, forcing you to revisit earlier areas with expanded tools. Combat is minimal, think quick taps to dodge and strike, letting exploration and puzzle-solving take center stage. A typical session involves mapping out a region, hunting for hidden paths, and using your growing toolkit to bypass obstacles. The mobile controls feel snappy, with swipe gestures for movement and contextual taps for interactions. Later levels layer physics-based puzzles, like shifting platforms or timed switches, requiring precise timing. Sessions rarely exceed 30 minutes, making it ideal for short bursts, but the 8, 10 hour completion time means you’ll need consistent play to fully map the island.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings average 4.2/5, with 68% completing the main story. Early reviews highlight the game’s clever environmental design, though some note the touch controls can feel clunky during platforming sections. Average playtime is 9.5 hours, with 22% of players hitting 100% completion. Community moods lean curious and determined, with many praising the game’s “cozy but persistent” challenge. One user wrote, “Feeling like I’m slowly cracking the island’s code is addictive.” Critics at TouchArcade gave it 4/5, calling it “a mobile Metroidvania that actually works.” Achievement completion data shows 73% of players snag the “Master of the Island” title, though 30% abandon the game after hitting the first major puzzle roadblock.
PlayPile's Take
Vohenn is a solid pick for Metroidvania fans who want a mobile-friendly experience. At $6.99, it’s reasonably priced for its 10-hour runtime, though the lack of offline modes might frustrate some. The achievement system adds replay value, with 30+ collectibles to track. It’s not impressive, but its tight progression loops and portable design make it worth a try if you enjoy methodical exploration. Skip it if you prefer fast-paced action or dislike touch-based platforming.
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