Game reviews / Mina the Hollower
Mina the Hollower
2026 · Linux · macOS · Nintendo Switch · Nintendo Switch 2 · PC · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · Xbox Series X|S · Action-adventure · Open-world · RPG · Platformer
11 scored sources · 6 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Mina the Hollower is a polished, atmospheric retro-inspired adventure that successfully blends Zelda-style exploration with Souls-like combat and contemporary customization. Its interconnected world, varied dungeons, lively biomes, memorable audiovisual presentation, and strong sense of place consistently reward curiosity. The burrowing dodge and adjustable difficulty add flexibility, while the story and characters provide emotional weight. However, limited mapping and occasional navigation or visibility problems can make exploration confusing, and the difficulty curve and combat perspective may frustrate some players. Overall, it is a demanding but inventive journey with substantial depth and personality.
Last researched: 2026-09-12
Pros
- Dense, interconnected world with rewarding exploration, discoveries, and varied dungeons
- Distinctive retro presentation supported by excellent art, music, and lively environments
- Flexible combat and customization, including weapon styles, trinkets, modifiers, and the burrowing dodge
- Strong atmosphere, sense of place, characters, and environmental storytelling
Cons
- Limited mapping and navigation issues can make it easy to get lost
- Difficulty curves and demanding encounters may frustrate some players
- Occasional visibility problems and combat limitations tied to the retro perspective
- Its combat style may not appeal to everyone
Review sources
12 sources found across 6 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- PSX Brasil · Brazil · 90/100
- CGMagazine · Canada · 95/100
- 4Gamer · Japan
- Famitsu · Japan · 80/100
- LevelUp · Mexico · 93/100
- GamesRadar+ · United Kingdom · 90/100
- Nintendo Life · United Kingdom · 90/100
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom · 90/100
- Push Square · United Kingdom · 70/100
- Game Informer · United States · 87.5/100
- GameSpot · United States · 90/100
- Shacknews · United States · 100/100