Finally beat this game! Must have tried it a hundred times slowly refining my tactics. learning how the different moves work, and for a long time I could only get to 7. Those hoppers absolutely wreck me, I still can't figure out how they work.
Fascinating and fast paced game. And even with the lo-fi aesthetic, very cute looking.
Some game spoilers ahead:
Strong defensive play is very important, guarding against unnecessary damage, and learning how to use the various powerups to their best effect. I still have not found a consistently helpful use for suplex, unless I'm missing something, so I use it as a time-wasting move. Using stairs takes priority over being hit, thankfully. Bomb flowers are nice to come across,
Luck is a component for sure, but unavoidable in this genre.
Thank you for making this game!