Code Alkonost: Awakening of Evil

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Code Alkonost is a first-person, atmospheric adventure where Slavic legends come to life. Travel through a dark fantasy world and encounter the possessive spirits of the underworld. Experience authentic art styles and stories that have never been seen in adventure games before. Story Welcome to Dark Fantasy World Two twin sisters Vera and Milena set out to leave gifts in front of the idol o…

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Adventure

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story10 positive mentions

Code Alkonost features a captivating narrative that masterfully blends dark fantasy and Slavic mythology, immersing players in a rich and atmospheric world.
The game boasts stunning visuals, high-quality animations, and an engaging gameplay experience with well-designed mechanics and intricate level design.
The developers show a strong commitment to improving the game through regular updates, enhancing the overall experience and demonstrating their dedication to player feedback.

Some players noted that the tutorial and introduction could be improved for a smoother onboarding experience.
While the atmosphere is generally praised, a few reviews mentioned that it could have been executed even better in certain areas.
As an indie game, it lacks the polish of AAA titles, and there are minor quirks that may detract from the overall experience.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Code Alkonost is a captivating blend of Slavic mythology, engaging characters, and immersive atmosphere, making it a standout in the indie horror genre. Players appreciate its intriguing narrative, which unfolds through various storytelling methods, including cutscenes and environmental cues, though some feel the tutorial could be improved. Overall, the game is praised for its deep lore and the potential for future expansions, leaving players eager for more chapters to continue the journey.
- “The story is absolutely captivating, with deep lore, engaging characters, and an atmosphere that pulls you right into its mystical world.”
- “Code Alkonost also gives you a feeling that you are playing through a well thought-out story.”
- “The game boasts over 10 characters (no spoilers!), and the narrative is delivered through a blend of cutscenes, scrolls you discover, and environmental storytelling, which is very immersive.”
- “The only negative is that the tutorial and intro could be a bit better at the start of the game, but I was able to figure it out in a few minutes and get immersed in the story.”
- “The price feels symbolic for everything the game offers, though I can see room for polishing and expanding the story.”
- “The game has voice acting, puzzles, solid graphics, getting stalked, exploration, etc. The story centers around our protagonist searching for her sister.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
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The atmosphere in Code Alkonost is widely praised for its captivating blend of stunning visuals, rich folklore, and an immersive soundtrack that enhances the eerie and mysterious tone of the game. Players appreciate the meticulous level design and high-quality animations that bring the world to life, although some feel that the atmosphere could be further refined. Overall, it successfully evokes a hauntingly beautiful experience reminiscent of classic horror films and Slavic mythology.
- “Each location is crafted with incredible attention to detail, bringing the world to life through stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's tone.”
- “The atmosphere is absolutely captivating, steeped in rich folklore and ancient traditions that create a hauntingly beautiful world.”
- “The art design and sound work together to evoke a sense of mystery and tension, drawing you deep into its eerie and atmospheric landscape.”
- “The game follows an interesting and eerie storyline, but the atmosphere could have been done a bit better.”
- “The atmosphere is spot-on, giving off vibes similar to the old Yugoslavian film Leptirica.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Code Alkonost is highly engaging, featuring well-designed mechanics and a unique sanity system that influences the game environment based on the protagonist's mental state. Players appreciate the artistic detail of the locations and the immersive atmosphere, which keeps them captivated throughout the experience.
- “Code Alkonost is an exceptional indie game that offers a fascinating combination of storytelling, atmosphere, and gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is deeply engaging, with well-designed mechanics that hold your attention from start to finish.”
- “One of the great features of Code Alkonost is its sanity mechanic, which dynamically alters the game environment based on Vera's mental state.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their incredible attention to detail, creating a visually stunning and atmospheric world inspired by Slavic mythology. Players find the visuals to be both dreamlike and immersive, enhancing the gripping narrative and overall gameplay experience. The combination of solid graphics, engaging voice acting, and atmospheric soundtracks contributes to a captivating exploration of the game's themes.
- “Each location is crafted with incredible attention to detail, bringing the world to life through stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's tone.”
- “If you enjoy shorter games with stunning graphics, a gripping story, and a rich atmosphere inspired by Slavic mythology, Code Alkonost is a must-play.”
- “The game’s graphics are impressive, creating a world that feels both dreamlike and terrifying, keeping me hooked from start to finish.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the immersive experience and complementing the stunning visuals. Many users express a desire for more ethnomusic elements, highlighting the existing soundtrack as phenomenal and integral to the game's tone.
- “Each location is crafted with incredible attention to detail, bringing the world to life through stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's tone.”
- “I want more ethno music from the game - it is wonderful.”
- “The music is phenomenal, perfectly complementing the atmosphere and immersing you in the world of the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is commendable, as it runs smoothly even on older hardware, such as an i5-8400 processor, while delivering excellent performance at high settings. However, some users noted that further optimization could enhance the experience.
- “The performance is excellent at epic quality on my machine, and the story is really interesting considering that it is rare to find a game that uses Slavic mythology as a base.”
- “Despite using Unreal Engine 5, the game runs smoothly on my old PC (i5-8400 processor), which is impressive.”
- “Pretty good game; it needs some optimization, but it was still fun.”

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