“Despelote is a moving and masterfully rendered game about soccer, growing up, and so much more.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Impeccable ambient sound design
- Audacious visual style
- Exploration of uncommon themes
- Short playtime
- Authentic early 2000s Quito setting
- Simple intuitive controls
Points of Contention
- Pacing may feel slow
- Limited technical depth
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics100
Moises Taveras
Digital Trends
85
Jessica Conditt
Engadget
“*Despelote* is a stellar addition in the category of memoir video games, proving that a thoughtful rumination on one person's childhood can translate into a powerful interactive experience.”
