Chakana

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Chakana is a single player action game. It was developed by PLECOCO and was released on November 8, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A Creature in Your HandsYour life is tied to a digital creature housed in a device bearing the mark of the Andean cross. Interact with a fully functional pocket pet, feeding, cleaning and entertaining the creature to keep it alive. Erase all the evidenceHide the crime before the clock runs out. You must scour the environment until it is clean, removing every physical proof of the act and concea…

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Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and entertaining blend of genres, combining elements of cleaning simulation, mystery, pet care, and horror.
The visuals, music, and atmosphere are well-crafted, contributing to an intriguing story that keeps players engaged.
Players appreciate the unconventional gameplay mechanics, including a day management system and a tamagotchi-like feature, which enhance the overall experience.

Some players encountered bugs and technical issues, such as freezing and graphical glitches, which affected their gameplay experience.
The game lacks deep branching paths, with many choices leading to quick game-overs, which may disappoint those looking for more complex decision-making.
There is a desire for features like a New Game+ mode or the ability to revisit previous choices to explore different endings without restarting the game.

story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is described as intriguing and interesting, with a fresh concept that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the aesthetics and atmosphere, suggesting that the game is worth replaying to explore different endings. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy short horror experiences.
- “The visuals, music, and atmosphere are good; the story is intriguing, and I didn't encounter any technical problems or bugs.”
- “Might have to play again to get other endings if there's more to the story.”
- “Pretty aesthetics, neat story, and a fresh concept make Chakana a must-have if you like short horror experiences.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While players express enthusiasm for the game, several stability issues have been reported, including graphical bugs, freezing in certain areas, and difficulties in completing achievements. These technical problems detract from the overall experience, despite the game's positive aspects.
- “I loved the game, I've been waiting so long for the release and it's finally here, but I encountered some bugs like objects turning green after starting a new game. Sometimes in the electronics shop, everything turns black and freezes; you can only see the character's icon face. I'm having trouble completing achievements and endings, like giving the pocket pet to someone else. I tried everything to save Dimitri, but I just can't save him. Overall, the game is very good.”
- “The game has potential, but the stability issues are frustrating. I frequently experience crashes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “While the storyline is engaging, the constant freezing and bugs make it difficult to stay immersed. I often find myself restarting the game due to these stability problems.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique blend of crime scene evidence elimination and a visual novel-style interrogation phase that requires careful responses to maintain credibility. Additionally, it incorporates a day management system with distinct segments for various activities and includes a tamagotchi element that enhances the overall experience.
- “It combines a unique gameplay concept focused on eliminating evidence of a crime, with a visual novel-like interrogation phase, where you must answer correctly to avoid raising suspicion.”
- “On top of that, there's a day management system divided into three segments (morning/afternoon/evening) where you can perform different activities, and even a tamagotchi to take care of, perfectly integrated into the main gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The pacing is off, with long stretches of downtime that disrupt the flow of the game.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Chakana are praised for their pretty aesthetics and effective atmosphere, contributing to an engaging short horror experience. Users highlight the visuals and music as strong points, with no reported technical issues or bugs.
- “The visuals, music, and atmosphere are good; the story is intriguing, and I didn't encounter any technical problems or bugs.”
- “Pretty aesthetics, a neat story, and a fresh concept make Chakana a must-have if you like short horror experiences.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its strong visuals and music, contributing to an intriguing story, with players reporting no technical issues or bugs.
- “The visuals, music, and atmosphere are captivating, with an intriguing story that kept me engaged throughout.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere and complementing the intriguing story, contributing positively to the player's experience.
- “The visuals, music, and atmosphere are good, the story intriguing, and I didn't encounter any technical problems or bugs.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game intriguing, particularly noting the unique concept of crime scene cleanup, which evokes memories of a previously popular "evil farming game."