Delisoba Deluxe

Description
Released for the SEGA Saturn in 1997, Delisoba Deluxe is a unique mix of arcade fun and simulation that is unforgettable. Developed by Ambrella, the game puts you in the role of a courier whose job is to deliver delicious soba noodles to different parts of the city in the shortest time possible.
The basic premise may sound too simple for most gamers, but Delisoba Deluxe excels in the details and brings an unusual freshness to the genre. The graphics are typically Saturn-esque, meaning that they combine both stunningly rendered 2D characters and objects and modestly designed 3D environments. While the game doesn't dazzle in visual quality compared to the top titles of the time, its art style and colour palette make it particularly attractive and pleasing to the eye.
The game's music and soundtrack add another layer of immersion to the game. Cheerful and catchy tunes accompany the player on his adventures, promoting a tense yet playful atmosphere. Sounds are clear and crisp, from the crunch of noodles to the hum of traffic around you.
What makes Delisoba Deluxe truly special, however, is its gameplay. The controls are intuitive, but mastering all the nuances perfectly is a real challenge. Time limits and constantly changing traffic situations require quick reactions and careful planning. The AI of the traffic participants is surprisingly sophisticated for its time and adds to the unpredictability and realism.
The game offers a variety of levels of increasing difficulty, guaranteeing long game time and a constant load of challenges. In addition to the main noodle delivery mode, you can unlock various side missions and bonuses that add to the game's diversity. Another interesting feature is the player's ability to customize his courier car with various upgrades, which greatly affect performance and gameplay.
Delisoba Deluxe, although at first glance it doesn't look like a title that should appeal to a wide audience, hides at its core an unusual and catchy experience. It's a game that pleasantly surprised critics and gamers alike at the time. If you're a fan of retro games or looking for something truly unusual from the SEGA Saturn era, Delisoba Deluxe should definitely not be missing from your collection. It's a title that manages to charm with its uniqueness and attention to detail, and rightfully deserves its place in gaming history.