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despelote

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despelote

despelote

Julián Cordero & Sebastián Valbuena

Windows (PC); macOS; PlayStation 4; PlayStation 5; Xbox One; Xbox Series X/S; Nintendo SwitchPaid (one-time purchase)
Health Score
51
DECENT
Official WebsiteWatch Gameplay

About This Game

despelote is a short, first-person slice-of-life adventure that lets players explore Quito in 2001 through the eyes of an eight‑year‑old while dribbling and kicking a physics-driven soccer ball. The tone is nostalgic and autobiographical, focused on everyday interactions and cultural atmosphere rather than competitive sports or violence.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
1/5
Creativity
2/5
Pro-Social
0/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
0/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
0/5
Social Risk
0/5
Content Intensity
3/5

Negatives

  • •Contains strong language and brief depictions of alcohol/tobacco which may be unsuitable for young children
  • •Very short (~2 hours) with limited replayability and few social or cooperative features.

Positives

  • •Emotionally rich, autobiographical storytelling that introduces players to Ecuadorian culture
  • •Gentle, non-violent gameplay with satisfying physics-based ball interactions and exploration.

Gameplay Videos

Mini Reseña Despelote - Un espejo nostálgico a nuestra región | 3GB

3GordosB

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Official Ratings

M
ESRB
Strong LanguageUse of Alcohol and Tobacco

No online multiplayer; achievements/cloud saves supported; no known in‑game purchases

16
PEGI
Bad LanguageDepiction of Alcohol and Tobacco

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not recommended — language and mature contextual themes make it unsuitable for preschool children.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Generally not recommended without parental supervision; younger children may be unsettled by mature topics and strong language.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Possible with parental guidance — older children in this range can appreciate the story and exploration but parents should be comfortable with mild strong language and depictions of alcohol/tobacco.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Recommended — appropriate for most teens; themes and language are mild-to-moderate and fit a teenage audience.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Appropriate — suitable for older teens and adults; mature tone and language align with typical M/16+ content.

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