Developer – Didactoons

Publisher – Artax Games

Platforms –  Nintendo Switch, PS4/5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series S|X, PC (Reviewed)

Review copy given by Publisher

// Initializing Review: Glitch Hero const review = "It's time to debug the chaos and hammer out the truth about this quirky adventure!"; console.log(review);

Ada, a young girl bursting with curiosity and courage, takes center stage in Glitch Hero. One impulsive decision to explore her father’s virtual creation, Codeland, sends her spiraling into a thrilling yet chaotic mission. Codeland is broken, riddled with bugs, and crawling with hostile enemies. Her father and his team are trapped, unresponsive, and the only guide she has is a sarcastic, unfriendly bunny who seems to have his own glitches. To save this fractured world, Ada must wield the mighty hammer.exe, uncover hidden truths, and restore Codeland’s order one bug at a time.

The story is undoubtedly the game’s strongest asset. Ada’s wit, determination, and relatability make her an engaging protagonist, while her exchanges with the glitchy bunny are endlessly entertaining. Their banter injects a sense of humor that keeps the narrative lively, even when the stakes are high. Beneath the lighthearted tone lies a touching story about bravery, family, and ingenuity, which adds an emotional depth to Ada’s journey.

Beyond its story, Glitch Hero serves as a brilliant introduction to basic coding concepts. The puzzles Ada encounters require players to use blocks to craft algorithms, teaching loops, functions, and programming terminology in a way that feels intuitive and rewarding. These puzzles don’t just enrich the gameplay; they align perfectly with the game’s digital world, making every solved challenge feel like a small victory for both Ada and the player.

The action-adventure elements are solid but fall short of the brilliance found in the narrative and puzzles. Players explore three distinct worlds—Order, Candy, and Music—each filled with enemies, traps, and environmental challenges. The hammer.exe adds an exciting layer of combat, especially during boss battles, where players must strategize and adapt to unique attack patterns. However, the game’s visuals during exploration and combat are a weak point. While the 2D cartoon art style is bright and appealing in cutscenes, the environments can feel bland and repetitive, failing to match the excitement of the story and puzzles.

Despite its graphical shortcomings, Glitch Hero shines where it matters most. The blend of humor, heartfelt moments, and innovative puzzle design creates an experience that’s as entertaining as it is educational. Whether you’re smashing bugs with the hammer.exe or crafting clever algorithms, the game ensures there’s always something fun and engaging to do.

// Closing Review: Glitch Hero let finalThoughts = “Even with its shortcomings, this adventure is well worth debugging!”; console.log(finalThoughts);