Dive into a surreal 1970s gameworld and save San Francisco from a sinister threat. Play as Barb, and use the Oscillator to capture and reapply the physical traits of objects to solve mind-bending environmental platforming puzzles.
For a relatively short game, around 8-10 hours, this was mostly a slammin’ puzzle adventure. If you want something new with an interesting story and original mechanics then I’d highly recommend this. Priced reasonably at about $36 AU, this is an enjoyable romp through the 70s. Although some more music would have added greatly to the experience, there...
It’s got its world-building down pat, but the developers forgot to make the world fun to play in at the same time.
Barb finds herself right inside a video game and has a fantastic device that allows her to change things around her and solve puzzles. But even that sometimes doesn't help her succeed.
Yerba Buena combines creative weapon-based puzzle mechanics with an engaging story. However, eye-straining color palettes, distant interactions, and tedious level designs hinder the experience. Despite its high potential, it is not suitable for impatient players.
Yerba Buena is one of the smartest and most refreshing first-person puzzle games I’ve played in years, turning world manipulation into a mechanic that feels genuinely original. It constantly challenges the way you think, rewards creativity, and proves that great puzzle design doesn’t need a massive budget to leave a lasting impression.
