Yacht Club Games' upcoming title, Mina Hollower, eschews parry mechanics inspired by Sekiro, favoring retro influences from Castlevania and Bloodborne.
Influence and Mechanics
Sean Velasco, co-founder of Yacht Club Games, emphasized the simplicity of Mina Hollower's control scheme. Mina can jump and burrow, echoing the play style of classic games. The focus: "limitations are what provide the fun." The game draws from NES classics and incorporates modern Soulslike elements.
Unique Gameplay
Mina Hollower features deliberate movement and health management similar to Bloodborne, rather than relying on contemporary parry mechanics. According to Tyler Colp, former PC Gamer editor, the game includes "Bloodborne-like health vial chugging" and maintains a deliberate pace without blocking moves.
Release and Availability
While Mina Hollower's release date is not yet determined, players can wishlist it on Steam. The game is expected to attract fans of both retro styles and modern challenges.
