CHUCHEL
- March 6, 2018
- Amanita Design
- 4h median play time
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Get on Play StoreCHUCHEL is a quirky and humorous adventure game from Amanita Design. Follow the journey of a curious character, Chuchel, on his quest to reclaim a cherished cherry that's been stolen. Solve puzzles, experience hilarious situations, and enjoy unique hand-drawn animation in this lighthearted game.
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- Chuchel features charming and whimsical art design, with vibrant colors and delightful animations that create a unique visual experience.
- The game is filled with quirky humor and absurd situations, providing plenty of laughs and lighthearted fun for players of all ages.
- Chuchel is accessible and easy to play, making it a great choice for families and younger gamers, with simple puzzles that encourage exploration and creativity.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many puzzles relying on trial and error rather than logical problem-solving.
- The game is relatively short, taking only about 2 hours to complete, which may leave some players feeling unsatisfied for the price.
- Some players found the character's redesign controversial and felt it detracted from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about the game's reception.
- humor303 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Chuchel" is widely praised for its quirky, absurd, and childlike charm, often eliciting genuine laughter through visual gags, amusing sound effects, and whimsical animations. While some players find the humor repetitive or juvenile, many appreciate its lightheartedness and the delightful interactions that keep the experience engaging. Overall, the game is celebrated as a funny and entertaining adventure suitable for all ages, with a unique artistic style that enhances its comedic appeal.
“The humor in 'Chuchel' is quirky and often absurd, and the game relies on visual gags and amusing sound effects to deliver its comedic moments.”
“Chuchel is a game that will brighten up your day with its silly and delightful humor.”
“Chuchel is a hilarious voyage through an acid trip world of monsters, mischief, and insanity.”
“Annoying and irritating; not funny at all.”
- story120 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story of *Chuchel* is characterized as simple and whimsical, revolving around the titular character's humorous quest to retrieve a cherry. While some players appreciate its comedic elements and charming art style, many criticize the narrative for lacking depth and coherence, often feeling more like a series of disconnected mini-adventures rather than a cohesive story. Overall, the game is seen as more suitable for younger audiences, with a focus on lighthearted fun rather than serious storytelling.
“From the moment I guided the lovable, orange fuzzball named Chuchel on his quest for the elusive cherry, I was ensnared by Chuchel's relentless pursuit of that coveted cherry, which mirrored my own pursuit of happiness, and as the obstacles multiplied, so did the parallels to life's struggles.”
“Chuchel is more of a story-telling and exploration experience, rather than a traditional game.”
“I highly recommend it; the story is ridiculously charming and hilarious.”
“What passed as a story was very lacking.”
“They made the story as bare-bones as possible, so you don’t really get emotionally attached to the characters, and the gameplay is a gamut of disconnected 'I guess this is happening now' challenges that are wildly inconsistent in their difficulty.”
“This game lacks a meaningful story, it lacks any sense of challenge at all, and it even lacks the sense of poetry that made me love the previous titles.”
- music116 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quirky, playful, and whimsical nature, perfectly complementing the unique art style and humor. Many reviewers highlight the catchy soundtrack by the band DVA, which adds to the overall charm and fun of the experience, although some note that it can be distracting during gameplay. Overall, the sound design and music contribute significantly to the game's delightful atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.
“Loved this game a lot, packed with a high amount of random creative ideas and fun tasks - the surreal art style and character design along with the music provides a unique, wholesome experience.”
“The game also has a catchy and playful soundtrack by the band DVA, which adds to the fun and whimsy of the game.”
“The music fits perfectly with the eccentric style of the game.”
“This list item is not called 'music' because there is no soundtrack in this game, at least 'soundtrack' in its classical meaning.”
“I found the soundtrack to be so noisy and distracting at some points that I had to mute my laptop to keep playing.”
“I've played every single game Amanita Design has released, and I have to give my honest opinion that I do not appreciate Chuchel's mouth-made soundtrack as much as the other games I've played.”
- graphics112 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a whimsical, hand-drawn art style that evokes a charming, cartoon-like world, appealing to both children and adults. While the visuals are generally praised for their creativity and simplicity, some reviewers noted issues with bland backgrounds and occasional glitches. Overall, the unique aesthetic and vibrant character designs contribute to a fun and engaging experience, typical of Amanita Design's signature style.
“The game's hand-drawn visuals are both whimsical and endearing, creating a world that feels like a living cartoon.”
“The game has a unique and charming art style, with colorful and quirky characters and environments.”
“Its gorgeous artwork along with bizarre characters and catchy music make the game a truly remarkable experience.”
“Amanita design are known for their unique art style and the empty undetailed backgrounds here are a stark contrast to their wonderful past releases.”
“I'm sure many will enjoy it for the art that is there, but it seems like Amanita is trying to just push out artwork and not actual games anymore.”
“The graphics are quite minimalistic as well, although this could be intended, not just due to resources.”
- gameplay69 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily a simple point-and-click adventure focused on solving light puzzles, with a heavy emphasis on humor and charming animations. While some players appreciate the cute art style and engaging atmosphere, many criticize the gameplay for being overly simplistic, lacking depth, and often feeling more like an interactive cartoon than a traditional game. Overall, it offers a short and entertaining experience, but may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay mechanics.
“The gameplay revolves around solving puzzles to progress through the game.”
“The simplicity of the mechanics is balanced by the game's humor and unpredictability, keeping players engaged and entertained.”
“In terms of gameplay, it's a point & click puzzle, and while it doesn't offer 'outside of the box' solutions, it's really well made; your actions always lead to unexpected consequences, and it never gets boring since every next puzzle is different from the one you just finished.”
“Unfortunately, the time you are running Chuchel is a minor part of the gameplay, and there are a lot more animations that you constantly have to re-watch because you need to do the action again. It takes a lot of patience to complete this game because of it.”
“Although 90% of the gameplay consists of clicking on the screen and watching small animations, the other 9% is puzzle-solving, and the last 1% is actual clicking.”
“The gameplay is mostly about clicking things and admiring the animations rather than solving actual puzzles, which felt absolutely right in this game.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 93 % positive mentions
- -14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Chuchel is praised for its emotional depth, offering a mix of heartwarming and whimsical experiences that resonate with players, evoking laughter and nostalgia. While some reviews note a lack of emotional attachment due to its simplistic story and gameplay, many appreciate its wholesome charm and creative design, making it a delightful choice for casual gamers and families. Overall, the game elicits a range of emotions, from joy to frustration, contributing to its unique appeal.
“Chuchel, with its heartbreaking beauty, changed my perspective on life, leaving me with a mix of emotions that will forever linger in the recesses of my heart.”
“I laughed, I cried, I screamed in frustration!”
“Chuchel is a really fun, imaginative, heartwarming game that I really recommend playing, especially if you are looking for something to play with younger kids.”
“The story was incredibly boring and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
“I found the narrative to be dull, lacking the emotional depth I was hoping for.”
“The emotional aspects of the game fell flat, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is polarizing; while some appreciate its whimsical art style and unique charm reminiscent of Amanita's previous works, others find it lacking in depth and coherence, comparing it unfavorably to titles like "Botanicula" and "Machinarium." Critics note that the overall tone can be annoying and overly chaotic, with a focus on slapstick humor that detracts from the experience. Ultimately, the game offers a vibrant but inconsistent atmosphere that may appeal to younger audiences but disappoints those seeking the rich, immersive environments typical of Amanita's games.
“Don't expect the gameplay to be something extraordinary, it's basically trial and error point-and-click but in a great atmosphere.”
“A fun, lovely point & click with beautiful art, perfect music and unique atmosphere.”
“Chuchel has Amanita's distinctive beautiful art style, visual humor and great atmosphere.”
“In terms of essence, this game feels closest to Botanicula, but without the story, atmosphere, and more grounded puzzles, and, unfortunately, with the completely random slapstick and noise dialed up to an 11.”
“My guess is that this game was designed as an attempt to appeal to children more, because the style of gags, noises, and overall atmosphere feels much closer to that gosh awful show called 'Larva' than it does to Machinarium, Creaks, or Samorost.”
“The overall tone and atmosphere is annoying, the puzzles aren't really puzzles, it's noisy and sluggish, and just overall has an unappealing vibe to it.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the opportunity to revisit levels for hidden content and different puzzle-solving approaches, others find it limited due to its short length and lack of challenging modes. It is particularly appealing for younger audiences and achievement hunters, but many recommend waiting for a sale due to its brevity and price.
“However, the brevity is compensated by the game's replay value, as players may want to revisit the levels to discover hidden jokes or take different approaches to solving puzzles.”
“What this game has going for it besides the creativity and joyfulness is the fact that each level is replayable.”
“Cute, short and sweet puzzle game, that might be a little too easy and a little too expensive for the short time but, other than that, it's a fun charming game with a lot of charm and replay value.”
“Pretty fun, but not a lot of replayability sadly; I recommend you wait for a sale to get it.”
“I enjoyed it, but be aware that it's very short and has limited replay value.”
“Also, by its nature it has pretty much zero replayability, and there's no 'advanced' or hard-mode challenges (even the seven achievements are essentially unmissable if you try everything).”
- character development7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its creative and whimsical designs, particularly the fuzzy acorn protagonist, which contribute to a unique and enjoyable experience. While some players appreciated the humor and charm reminiscent of classic animation, others raised concerns about certain character designs, prompting the developers to address these issues. Overall, the game successfully combines fun character interactions with a sense of growth as players progress.
“Loved this game a lot, packed with a high amount of random creative ideas and fun tasks - the surreal art style and character design, along with the music, provide a unique, wholesome experience.”
“The character designs are fun and creative, including the fuzzy acorn protagonist, and the interactables are both cute and unnervingly surreal.”
“Character design and humor following the tradition of Roadrunner or Pat a Mat was superb - in my opinion, great creative decisions by the Amanita design team.”
“Well, apparently I wasn't the only person who wasn't thrilled with the character design.”
“Then I saw that the creators listened regarding the character design's resemblance to blackface, and realized that I wanted my money to go towards this sort of company ethos if I was going to make an experimental purchase.”
“Besides that, you also got some character development going on as you progress.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, often describing it as repetitive clicking with little reward or entertainment value. While some acknowledge it as a personal choice to engage in grinding, many express disappointment as the novelty quickly wears off, leading to a lack of motivation to continue.
“The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worthwhile.”
“Grinding in this game is satisfying, as it allows you to see tangible progress.”
“While there are moments of grinding, the experience is balanced with engaging gameplay.”
“It was just pointless clicking until something finally worked, kind of tedious and not very entertaining or rewarding.”
“But after the first half hour or so, the novelty wore off and it became tedious as there is really not much more to do than clicking on things and see what happens.”
“Disappointing, soon gets tedious and you do not care if anyone gets the cherry.”
- stability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's stability is mixed, with some players reporting significant bugs and glitches, while others experience smooth performance without any issues, even on basic hardware. Overall, user experiences vary widely, highlighting a lack of consistency in stability.
“Encountered no glitches or other issues, and it ran smoothly on my very basic gear and mouse.”
“Chuchel is a great game with no glitches!”
“This game is so buggy.”
“The game offers some nice graphics and a superb aesthetic, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that the game's monetization strategy may rely on promotional tactics, such as color changes for advertising purposes, rather than genuine engagement with social issues. This has led to a perception of insincerity in its marketing approach.
“I can't shake the feeling that I once saw an advertisement for this game.”
“They changed the color of Chuchel mostly to get free advertisement, not really for social justice reasons.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally well-received, with players noting that the focus on skits and animations allows for a smooth experience, while the price-performance ratio is considered favorable.
“+relatively fine price in terms of price performance”
“Most of the game is based on skits and funny animations, in which the player and their cursor act only as a kind of stimulus for the next hero's performances.”
