No Small Games

Ep. 43 - Guacamelee Gold Edition


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Guacamelee is an indie classic, that released by in 2013 from DrinkBox Studios. This action platformer is a stylish take on the Metroidvania genre and its story and vibes were inspired by Mexican-culture and folklore. You play as a young farmhand-turned-luchador, who escapes the world of the dead using a magical mask. As you traverse these gorgeous map zones, both in the world of the living and the dead, you fight the evil Calaca's minions and gain new powers to push further in hopes of rescuing your dear Lupita.

In episode 43 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily return to this classic indie game to see how it holds up today! They discuss the design of the platforming and special combat abilities and, of course, dissect the Metroidvania-style map. They also share their thoughts on the representation of Mexican culture in Guacamelee, relative to the many diverse representations we see today in indie games.

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:41 - Weekly Boss Battles
00:18:45 - Guacamelee Discussion
01:32:05 - Game Ratings
01:37:53 - One Small Thing
01:46:58 - Next Game Announcement

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