With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, Sometimes You and That Guy’s Games have introduced a fresh 2D arcade puzzle game for the PlayStation 5 called “Girlfriend from Hell.” Dive into the tale of Mia, a woman who once adored Haruto, her world for the last five years. Despite being in a toxic relationship, Mia only realized how much she’d compromised her own happiness when Haruto rejected her marriage proposal, choosing his video games over her. Heartbroken, Mia takes a mischievous turn, deciding it’s time for Haruto to experience some heavenly revenge.
The game eases players in with a tutorial that walks you through its basic mechanics. Instead of directly controlling Mia initially, you’ll use the left analog stick to survey the scene and the right stick to guide a cursor. Interacting with objects is simple: press X to grab them for your inventory. These items come into play when setting up pranks for Haruto. Select the right item using the L1 and R1 buttons, then plant your trap by maneuvering the cursor and hitting Square.
As for tactics, the game offers a deliciously diabolical range of tricks. Picture this: a bear trap at Haruto’s room door, laxatives camouflaged in his breakfast cereal, or marbles scattered on the kitchen floor ready to trip him as he fetches a snack. Want more chaos? Place a spring on his bed, and watch him soar when he plops down. The possibilities are as limitless as they are humorous.
For trophy hunters, “Girlfriend from Hell” provides a complete list with the coveted Platinum trophy ripe for the taking. Accomplish the required series of pranks over eight levels, and you’ll collect 2 Bronze, 4 Silver, and 10 Gold trophies on your quest for that trophy cabinet centerpiece. The objectives are straightforward, so persistence will soon see you securing that Platinum glory.
Priced at just $4.99, “Girlfriend from Hell” is perfect for those looking to enjoy some light-hearted, mischievous fun on Valentine’s Day. Whether aiming for trophies or just enjoying the antics, Mia’s journey through heartbreak and mischievous payback is something to relish.
Please note, this review was based on a PlayStation 5 version of the game provided by Sometimes You.
