Playdate Season 2 review: Taria & Como and Black Hole Havoc
Briefly

Playdate Season Two has wrapped up, leaving a significant impression through new weekly game releases. Although it offered 12,000 units sold and fewer titles than the first season, players enjoyed experiencing games in real time. Notable games include Black Hole Havoc, a blend of action and puzzle. Taria & Como poignantly tackles themes like family separation and healthcare access by following Taria, whose journey involves navigating obstacles after her parents are kidnapped by an authoritarian company, illustrating stirring societal issues.
Season Two of Playdate has concluded, showcasing a selection of games that left a strong impression despite having fewer titles than Season One.
Black Hole Havoc, both an emotional physics-based platformer and an action-puzzle game, was among the season's highlights as it ended on a high note.
Taria & Como is a poignant puzzle platformer reflecting current US issues, featuring Taria whose parents are kidnapped by an authoritarian corporation.
Taria's journey involves navigating a facility to rescue her sister, dealing with restrictive technology imposed by Toxtum Inc.
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