Carto

Almost perfect if not for the nitty-gritty. If it’s quite there but not enough to push the boundaries, it’s still an awesome game.

If you’re looking for something relaxing and wholesome to play then you should really take a look at Carto, a new puzzle game from Sunhead Games. This is an enchanting adventure with a unique gameplay mechanism and a delightful world to explore.

Carto is a strong contender for the title of 2020's best adventure. Involved, intimate gameplay and incredible attention to detail make even the smallest islands feel remarkably rich and expansive.

While you’ve no doubt spent your time fighting aliens, barreling down the road at high speed, or engaged in deadly combat with a bunch of random players online, it would probably do you some good to recharge and stretch that puzzle-solving muscle once in a while with something that is both relaxing and challenging. Carto, a new indie title from Sunhead Games does what indie games to best: change up the formula and create something fresh to enjoy. It’s time you set out on an adventure that warms the heart and picks at your brain in a constructive and fun way.

Have you ever drawn out your own treasure map as a child, leading through traps and dangers to lead the way to a bountiful treasure? Does the idea of geocaching and solving riddles to discover the next location tickle your fancy? Do you just like to help others in need? If so, you should check out Carto, a charming little puzzle game all about helping a young girl find her way back home.

Carto is a unique experience that perhaps doesn’t make the most of its central puzzling mechanic. The puzzle-solving itself is fun, but the story ends up quite forgettable. If you’re after a short experience to keep you busy for an afternoon, then Carto is for you - just don’t expect to be blown away.