Agatha Knife

92%
Game Brain Score Based on 142 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • graphics
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Life getting you down? No problem, start a religion.
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Agatha Knife is a dark, satirical adventure game where you play as a young girl with a wild imagination. Determined to save her beloved friend, a cow named Maurice, Agatha establishes her own church and initiates a controversial crusade to brainwash others. With unique puzzles and thought-provoking themes, Agatha Knife explores religious fanaticism and the concept of reality.

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  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
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  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
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  • Linux
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  • Tablet
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Reviews

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews
story34 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a charming and unique art style that enhances its whimsical yet dark themes.
  • The writing is witty and filled with dark humor, making the dialogue entertaining and engaging.
  • The story is creative and thought-provoking, exploring themes of religion and morality through a humorous lens.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive, with excessive backtracking and long dialogues that may drag on.
  • Some puzzles are overly simplistic or obscure, leading to moments of frustration for players.
  • The lack of voice acting and limited sound design can detract from the overall experience.
  • story69 mentions

    The story of "Agatha Knife" is a unique and entertaining narrative centered around a young girl who creates a religion for the animals she kills in her mother's butcher shop, blending dark humor with whimsical elements. Players appreciate the engaging characters, clever writing, and the game's irreverent take on serious themes, despite its linear progression and straightforward puzzles. Overall, the game's quirky storyline and charming art style make it a delightful experience for those who enjoy unconventional narratives.

    • “The story is creative and interesting and has a good sense of humor.”
    • “Agatha Knife is a fun and quirky game, offering you a unique story that'll definitely keep you intrigued until the very end.”
    • “The story is quite smart and full of hilarious references and ironic commentary on religion.”
    • “The story is pretty straightforward and there is not any branching in the game story related, so you probably won't do more than one playthrough unless you are going for all the achievements.”
    • “With many fetch style quests to move the story along, this means that players can be stuck walking between the same areas over and over and over, even within the same 'chapters' of the game.”
    • “I wish the game design wasn't so linear -- I would have preferred if the steps to creating your religion weren't given as missions but could instead be solved in any order -- because if you get stuck on a puzzle there is literally nothing else to do than walk around until you stumble upon the solution.”
  • humor61 mentions

    The humor in the game is predominantly dark and twisted, appealing to those who appreciate macabre comedy and ironic social commentary. Players find the humor both creative and engaging, with many highlighting its unique characters and clever dialogue that often provoke laughter despite the unsettling themes. Overall, the game is recommended for fans of dark humor, though its content may not resonate with everyone.

    • “Gameplay is very simple yet the game is full of humor and interesting characters with some occasional twisted moments and really dark humor.”
    • “A lovely and humorous point & click adventure, with colorful and hand-crafted art, in which you help Agatha to save her mom's butchery from insolvency.”
    • “I absolutely love it, and would recommend it for all lovers of dark humor and those wanting an interesting look at philosophy from an outside view.”
    • “The humor in the game falls flat, relying too heavily on tired clichés and predictable punchlines.”
    • “I expected clever writing, but instead, the jokes felt forced and often missed the mark.”
    • “While there are moments of wit, they are overshadowed by an overall lack of originality in the humor.”
  • graphics29 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and simplistic art style that many players find endearing and fitting for its quirky narrative. While not graphically intensive, the hand-drawn visuals effectively convey character personalities and enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing despite some minor interface clunkiness. Overall, the aesthetic is praised for its creativity and ability to evoke a whimsical, darkly humorous atmosphere.

    • “The art style is simple but perfect.”
    • “Mango Protocol's got the witty dialogue tuned in and a surprisingly cute hand-drawn art style that really makes the game pop, even with characters that wouldn't look out of place doodled on somebody's notebook.”
    • “The art style fits the premise and themes of the game perfectly along with being incredibly charming.”
    • “Not the most polished or graphically advanced game for sure, with the mouse lag you get with the custom cursor being particularly embarrassing.”
    • “The graphics aren't super intensive, so don't worry, if you've got a potato and some wires you can run this just fine.”
    • “It's a graphic adventure, after all, but the mechanics of the interface are slightly clunky and going back and forth between places can feel somewhat tedious.”
  • music16 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and suitability, enhancing the overall experience with a pleasant soundtrack. However, some players note that it can become repetitive and could benefit from more variety in tracks and sound effects. Overall, while the music is well-received, there are suggestions for improvement to maintain engagement over longer play sessions.

    • “The art, music, and writing are all excellent.”
    • “The music is lovely, the puzzles are pretty fun and the dialogue is great.”
    • “It has an adorable art style, great soundtrack, and is very charming.”
    • “While there's nothing wrong with it, the music may get repetitive and there's no voice acting for obvious reasons.”
    • “The music becomes boring after a while.”
    • “Could have more music tracks and sound effects.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and humor, featuring interesting characters and dark comedic moments, but it has received mixed reviews regarding its execution. While some players appreciate the entertaining aspects and unique story, others criticize it for being repetitive, linear, and lacking in engaging mechanics, with clunky interfaces and tedious navigation detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Gameplay is very simple yet the game is full of humor and interesting characters with some occasional twisted moments and really dark humor.”
    • “10/10 game for me at least, I loved the story, the art style, and the gameplay is simple but fun.”
    • “Compared to other games, 'Agatha Knife' is a very unique game with a very interesting story and gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is more boring too - instead of classic adventure mechanics like in the first game, this one is more like a running errands simulator.”
    • “It's a graphic adventure, after all, but the mechanics of the interface are slightly clunky and going back and forth between places can feel somewhat tedious.”
    • “The gameplay felt a bit repetitive, running from one end of the game to the other (which is a few blocks) over and over again; even with the teleportation by Sandro, you still have to run all the way to the far left of the game world to get to him.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a unique blend of dark humor and wholesome elements, creating a complex atmosphere that evokes both reflection and distress in players. This duality allows users to connect deeply with the content while grappling with its morbid undertones.

    • “Dark and cute, oddly wholesome and yet morbid and somewhat obscene at the same time.”
    • “It is hard not to see ourselves reflected in some of their views, yet at the same time feel emotionally distressed by that same fact.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development is highly praised for its well-written dialogue and depth, contributing to a more mature and engaging storyline. Players appreciate the intricate character arcs and the balance between dialogue and gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The dialogue and character development are so well written that it actually gets a pass for being dialogue-heavy.”
    • “More mature means a deeper storyline, interesting puzzles, and more character development; that sort of thing.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers emphasize that while the puzzles may be relatively simple, the game's story and overall atmosphere are the key highlights, creating an engaging and immersive experience.

    • “The puzzles are usually pretty easy, but I think that's fine because it's the story and overall atmosphere that's really important.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.

    • “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I was impressed by how well the game runs after the latest optimization patch; it feels much more responsive now.”
    • “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the graphics settings, making it easy to find the perfect balance between performance and visual quality.”
    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
    • “The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious due to clunky interface mechanics that require frequent backtracking between locations.

    • “The mechanics of the interface are slightly clunky, and going back and forth between places can feel somewhat tedious.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the story and characters.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users generally find the game to have strong replayability, with many expressing that it remains enjoyable and engaging upon multiple playthroughs.

    • “It's something I can always enjoy and definitely has replay value (at least for me!).”
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