this game is so lovely. the art is really cute and i had a lot of fun with the gameplay. got quite challenging at times! thanks for sharing this sweet story :)
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Olden Retriever's itch.io pageResults
| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Gameplay | #19 | 4.153 | 4.153 |
| Gameboy Soul | #26 | 4.318 | 4.318 |
| Secondary Theme Interpretation | #43 | 3.800 | 3.800 |
| Quirkiness | #66 | 3.894 | 3.894 |
| Overall | #76 | 3.782 | 3.782 |
| Graphics | #84 | 4.176 | 4.176 |
| Soundtrack/SFX | #404 | 2.353 | 2.353 |
Ranked from 85 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
How does your game meet GBJam's theme
The game's protagonist is an old golden retriever.
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Lovely sprite work and wonderful stage design progression. Feels like there was a lot of thought put into the areas itself. It was also really unique and fun platforming with balloons on a doggy. That was a really sad ending for such a lighthearted adventure, it almost makes me feel like crying. Thank you for making this.
Goldie the oldie golden retriever turned me into an oldie Goldie golden retriever believer.
Nice art, nice sound. High fives all around.
Really cute little game, the balloon mechanic was simple but actually really fun to use. Art looks great and it really feels like a real Gameboy game. Was not expecting the ending to hit like that though. Really nice entry!
Very cute I love the art and music! The ending though 💔😢
Loved this! Great work, Goldie is the best! Very cute and wholesome.
This game was beautiful!
I loved the use of the balloons.
The art was cute and felt perfect for this
The story was just beautiful and the ending gave me a little tear.
Absolutely loved this silly game jam game.
Super cute game. The balloon mechanic is so cute and fun. I want to put the little old dog sprite into my pocket. The extra balloons is a game changer.
Sweet game. After some balloons I was mainly spamming the up button to get past the things haha but the concept is pretty good. Loved how everything fits together, only missing piece there is a chill song in the back.
Good job!
oh no, I see we both wanted to make ppl sad about dogs and you got me in that bittersweet way.
I loved your cute goldie sprite and I knew what was coming story-wise but still wanted to see goldie's story through to the end. I'm not great with puzzles but I didn't struggle too much and "dying" didn't feel punishing enough to make me want to stop.






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