What Friends Are For

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What Friends Are For is a puzzle platformer built for the original Game Boy. You control a character who can toggle between friendly and unfriendly modes, changing how enemies react. In one state they help you cross gaps or trigger switches, in the other they attack. Each of the five handcrafted levels mixes tricky jumps with clever logic puzzles. The tight controls make navigating the retro visuals a joy despite the hardware limitations. The game’s clever twist on enemy interactions stands out, turning potential threats into tools. Developer Shin packed surprising depth into each level despite the short development time. Beatscribe’s chiptune soundtrack shifts with your mode changes, adding another layer of feedback. While short, the 50 minute runtime feels satisfying with just the right amount of challenge. The community on Reddit and Twitter praised the inventive level design and nostalgic charm.