Chambara
- December 12, 2017
- team ok
The element of disguise makes Chambara surprisingly deep, though its shallow content leaves nothing for gamers uninterested in local multiplayer.
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Get on itch.io Store"Chambara is a local multi-player shooter game that offers 1-on-1 and 2v2 matches in a unique black and white world. Players must master stealth tactics and choose from a variety of weapons, while customizing their outfits and staying stylish. Paying more than the minimum price grants access to bonus materials, including an artbook and prototype of the game."
Reviews
- Chambara features a simple yet engaging gameplay mechanic that is easy to learn, making it perfect for local multiplayer fun with friends and family.
- The game's artistic style and minimalist design create a visually stunning experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the stealth gameplay.
- The controls are smooth and fluid, allowing for fast-paced and rewarding combat that encourages clever strategies.
- The game suffers from poor controller support, particularly with Bluetooth controllers, leading to frustrating connectivity issues.
- There is a lack of content, including limited game modes and no online multiplayer, which makes the game feel more like a demo than a complete product.
- Customization options are minimal, and the game does not remember player settings, requiring repeated adjustments each time it is played.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 85 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "chambara" is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, making it accessible for players who enjoy stealth-based strategies. The game features a striking black-and-white aesthetic that enhances the experience, alongside tight controls and a focus on local multiplayer, which adds depth and complexity to the gameplay. While it requires a friend to play, the combination of minimalist design and customization options ensures a fun and entertaining experience.
“Chambara is a simple and gorgeously stylized multiplayer stealth first-person shooter with simple-to-learn mechanics - an easy grab for every playful round that likes to duke it out chicken-ninja-style!”
“The core gameplay is smooth and fun.”
“Featuring tight controls and well thought out gameplay.”
“The game takes the minimalist approach, but the gameplay and what customization options are available (level variety and aesthetics of your bird ninjas) definitely give you value for the cost.”
“Aside from that, the gameplay, handling, sound, visual, combat, and general feel of the game are superb.”
“The simple mechanics and gameplay with the addition of 'split screen stealth' makes it endlessly entertaining.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their aesthetic appeal, with a minimalist approach that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers note that the visuals are superior to similar games, contributing to a rewarding and complex gameplay experience. The customization options and level variety further add to the game's visual value.
“The graphics look great, too.”
“The aesthetic and gameplay are phenomenal and far more complex than initial impressions would show.”
“The combat is fast-paced and rewarding for clever play, and the visuals are gorgeous.”
“In my opinion, this is better than Screencheat, another game with a similar concept, at least graphically speaking.”
“The game takes a minimalist approach, but the gameplay and the customization options available (level variety and aesthetics of your bird ninjas) definitely give you value for the cost.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised for its clever and entertaining concept, though some users note that poor controller support detracts from the overall experience.
“Very nice concept, extremely funny, but poor controller support.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised as awesome, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The music is awesome.”
Critic Reviews
Chambara Review
Chambara is a smart, stylish, and truly entertaining game to play locally with friends and family. There's a timeless class to games of this ilk which offer experiences that you simply cannot get elsewhere. As long as you can provide a steady stream of willing players to engage with, Chambara returns the favour with a limited but excellent selection of arenas to engage with them in.
80%Chambara PS4 Review
The element of disguise makes Chambara surprisingly deep, though its shallow content leaves nothing for gamers uninterested in local multiplayer.
80%
