Review of “Girlfriend From Hell” on PlayStation 5

Sometimes You and That Guy’s Games have teamed up to deliver an exciting new arcade 2D puzzle game on the PlayStation 5, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Introducing "Girlfriend from Hell," a unique game that invites players into the tumultuous world of Mia and Haruto. Let’s dive into what makes this game an intriguing addition to your gaming library!

In "Girlfriend from Hell," you play as Mia, a character who was head over heels for Haruto, her absolute favorite person. For five long years, Mia dreamed of the perfect wedding together with Haruto. Despite her affection, their relationship was a ticking time bomb, with Mia unwittingly stuck in a toxic situation. Haruto’s apathy surfaced when he refused Mia’s heartfelt marriage proposal, citing video games as more important. This revelation becomes Mia’s tipping point, and she decides to give Haruto a taste of his own medicine.

The game launches you into the action with a smooth introductory level, acting as a tutorial. Here, you become familiar with the game mechanics. Although you won’t control Mia directly, you’ll guide her actions through an interactive environment. Using the left analog stick, you survey the scene, while the right analog stick operates a cursor to select items. The X button adds these objects to your inventory. The fun begins when you strategically place these collected items around Haruto’s house to set up pranks, all manageable via the L1 and R1 buttons to select, and the Square button to deploy.

Wondering how you’ll cause chaos in Haruto’s world after his rejection? Get ready to unleash an array of devilish pranks! Perhaps place a bear trap by his door for an unexpected surprise or slip some laxatives into his breakfast cereal for a rather uncomfortable day ahead. Maybe sprinkle marbles in the kitchen for an inevitable slip and slide or set up a spring on his bed to send him airborne. These pranks tap into a mix of creativity and cunning strategy.

For the completionists out there, "Girlfriend from Hell" boasts a full trophy list, including a coveted Platinum trophy. Trophies are divided into 2 Bronze, 4 Silver, and 10 Gold, rewarding players for both progress and ingenuity. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to navigate through all eight levels while executing memorable pranks. This game promises a straightforward trophy journey to brag about in your collection.

This inventive game, priced at just $4.99, promises hours of entertainment as you devise clever ways for Mia to torment Haruto. Available exclusively on PlayStation 5, "Girlfriend from Hell" is a quirky, affordable, and delightful addition for anyone who loves a lighthearted challenge with a twist. Get ready to launch pranks galore and help Mia turn Haruto’s life upside down now!

Disclaimer: This review of "Girlfriend from Hell" is based on a PlayStation 5 copy provided by Sometimes You.