Ahro

Ahro is a fun relaxing side scroller game that encourages exploration and adventure. All while slowly learning the lore of the world our main character finds themself in while on a journey to cure the darkness.

So far I am really enjoying the game! I would love to see some achievements added, would add an extra layer to the game and give it more playtime! I've still got more to play but so far its been a balanced difficulty wise, I can't wait to finish the rest. Overall I would say this is 8/10, I normally don't play indie games but this is one that I enjoyed.

Ahro is very unique and atmospheric, I've been really liking it so far! The lore is very intriguing and it's fun trying to figure out all the challenges. I especially appreciate the metaphors for mental illness and I think anyone struggling with anxiety will feel seen.

Video of the first level: https://youtu.be/J4hLNe8AnrA The first 2 levels are pretty solid. You are introduced to the various mechanics of the game, get some backstory told through some cool drawn story-telling, and get a feel for things. Solid music, nothing too crazy to figure out, just a kind of chill experience. Level 3 comes along and well... Yeah, it introduces a whole bunch of frustration. I'm just going to say immediately that you should check out the save building in the bottom left portion of the map because there's a path in it you need to continue. I didn't check there until I had played quite a bit because I had no idea it would be there. I expected it to be the last building I'd visit because it's also the building you take the relic to. That part I'll take the blame for just not being observant enough. But the soul flying to get to the alters where you need to hit the speed boosts? Yeah, that can burn in a fire. It's super unforgiving to the point that you start to second guess if that's even the thing you're supposed to do. Eventually I hit a point where it was like, oh, it works now? It just... Worked. Like some kind of Bethesda game. I made it to level 4, and I'm not sure I'll ever make it any further to be completely honest with you. Which is a shame, because I've been enjoying Ahro. It's a cool game. But man o man... Level 4 has you trying to get through a cavern where you have to hit the clocks to buy yourself time, and make the right choices in a labyrinth of sorts to ensure you get to wherever you're trying to go. Unfortunately for me I just can't mentally tackle it. I can't remember which ways failed before, which sends me down a path of failure all over again. After about twenty attempts I devolved into a blabbering idiot with expletives spewing out of me like a waterfall. I just don't have the kind of patience I apparently need to keep going at this point. I'll take a break, and maybe come back when I feel all relaxed and chill or something. But hey, it's still a cool game. Nice art, with a rather good blending of green in ways I'd not thought possible. Good music too.

Ahro is a game about a man on a journey to solve his health-related struggles. Along the way, he encounters plenty of atmospheric scenery and various mysteries in an Eastern-themed setting. But if Ahro wastes too much time, he apparently starts hallucinating and gets attacked by some form of darkness that — in lo-fi style — sort of resembles grape jello cubes. All kidding aside, the game's puzzles can be challenging, but are solvable with exploration and patience. I highly recommend it to those who want to unwind to a mostly chill game.

It was intriguing playing Ahro, I really like the mystery of it. But, even though it is mysterious, I felt a kinda peace playing it! It’s got my thumbs up! 👍🏻

After playing this game, I found it intriguing and even fascinating. Releasing ahro’s spirit can lead to unknown areas that provide different challenges.

What a cool game!! Love the lofi vibes, reminds me of Hotline Miami, Echo of the Wilds, Terraria et al. Relaxing yet engaging; had so much fun putting the puzzles together and figuring out how to proceed. Not too easy, not frustrating either; really balanced... for a game about losing balance lol! Bravo, support small developers <3

I haven't played it all because life is busy but I feel like I'm about halfway through. It's a cool little game. There are lore elements that I didn't know it would have--like it gives you enough for context without drowning you in text. The animation is also nice. I think the trailer must have gotten a bit compressed but it's sharp and crisp in a nice way in the game. It's got those side-scrolling, story based, and a little movement mechanic kind of game play. If you dig that then check it out.