![]() ![]() For example, in the early stages, the player is blocked from progressing unless they use the camera’s flash to light up a specific plant, which can be figured out by reading the journal. ![]() In addition to taking pictures to keep in the journal, the camera can be used to solve many different puzzles the game throws at the player. The player’s main tool will be your Grandfather’s Camera, which is easily accessible and has a multitude of uses. The main goal of the game is to traverse different areas of the island, taking as many pictures as you can of the plants and creatures to fill your Grandfather’s journal, which in turn will revitalize Maravilla Island. The animals sound authentic and vivid as expected, and in tangent with the subtle music and ambient background, it makes for an authentic experience.īeasts of Maravilla Island is a third-person adventure game, mixed with puzzle and collectathon elements, similar to older titles such as Jak & Daxter and Beyond Good and Evil. The Jungle area is filled with the sounds of dense forestry and the murmurs of animals in the trees while the Glimmering River is more tranquil, listening to the steady streams of water in the background. As expected when traversing through the different biomes, each area has different music. The game does a great job of keeping the player surprised with the amount of wacky and unique interactions the wildlife have with the environment. Some of the animals, such as the Otter Crocodile (…it’s literally an Otter and Crocodile fused) which is jarring at first glance, have a staggering amount of polish and detail. While some are there just for decoration, a few can be interacted with for special missions that will be explained later on. There are over 50 unique animals and plants in-game that players will be able to discover. We do have to mention that some areas are very bright and could actually be hard to go through for those who are really sensitive to these types of things, thus a warning could perhaps be added here. In general, there’s always something to be in awe about. Ranging from multiple eco-zones, players can travel through three areas labeled the Singing Jungle, the Painted Plateau, and the Glimmering River (a personal favorite). While the main character can’t compare at all to the vivid imagery of the world around her, it shows just how vibrant and magical the island actually is. Maravilla Island is home to many unique environments and wildlife. ![]() The graphic design is easily the highlight of the game. It would have been nice to have a bit more substance. Sadly, other than the opening scene involving Marina and her Grandfather, there are no other characters to interact with who give any other context to the plot, which makes the story as a whole seem somewhat irrelevant and just a reason to get the ball rolling. The story is somewhat simple, but also bland considering the type of game it is. So that’s where Marina’s photography skills come into play to collect as much evidence as possible to revitalize the island. Because of the dwindling ‘buzz’ around the island, the area and its inhabitants are also slowly disappearing. Since the people’s beliefs in the mystical island are slowly fading, the island is suffering from the same fate. Players take the role of Marina Montez, a young wildlife photographer who is tasked with collecting as many pictures as she can to save the magical Maravilla Island. To be fair, there’s not much story value in Beasts of Maravilla Island other than the opening cutscene before players start their journey. With our camera in hand, we dived into the lush environments this title had to offer. While the game has minor issues, it can easily be overlooked for most of the playthrough. While simplistic in design, the game showcases plenty of unique ecosystems and animals for players to interact with. Beasts of Maravilla Island is a niche title at its core. ![]()
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