Cool Kid Cody

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Cool Kid Cody is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Denny Truong and was released on April 8, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In a world of Losers, Cool Kids and Gods, where Losers wish they were Cool Kids, Cool Kids wish they were Gods and Gods rule over all, Cool Kid Cody embarks on his quest for Godhood! All he's gotta do is achieve the impossible: transform the biggest Loser in school into a Cool Kid.

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Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews

story20 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

Engaging and emotionally impactful story with well-developed, unique, and lovable characters.
Vibrant, colorful, and distinctive art style reminiscent of 90s aesthetics and hand-drawn visuals.
Accessible gameplay with point-and-click mechanics that complement the narrative and humor.

Pricing model criticized as expensive and heavily paywalled, which may deter some players.
Gameplay considered simple with little puzzle solving or meaningful interactivity beyond clicking.
Some players found humor hit-or-miss and the story ending somewhat unsatisfying or anticlimactic.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is widely praised for its engaging, well-developed characters and quirky, vibrant world, blending humor with deeper emotional and political themes about social hierarchy. While generally compelling and thoughtfully paced, some reviews note the plot can feel uneven, particularly toward the ending. Overall, the narrative is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, offering a unique and memorable experience.
- “All the characters are fun and quirky in their own ways, and they all play perfectly into their even more fun and even more quirky world and story.”
- “The story is well thought out and engaging, the gameplay is simple but still fun to mess around with, the characters are all unique, well designed and wonderfully written (my fav is pb ^^), and the concept and how the devs used it and expanded on the world is great!”
- “Okay so... I may have discovered a game with, no joke, some of the best characters and storytelling I have ever seen in a video game.”
- “The authors were scared to do what the story demanded of them.”
- “You can play the first 90% and not think anything is wrong, but the climactic showdown aborts itself before anyone gets seriously interrogated, then it's story over, conflict resolved, no fuss, no muss, and don't worry, there's no hard feelings from anyone about the cataclysmic events that the feud caused.”
- “The subsequent themes and representations within the story are not very subtle.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a vibrant, colorful, and hand-drawn doodle style that fits its LGBT theme and retro-funky aesthetic, drawing praise for its impactful backgrounds and unique visual appeal. While some appreciate the charming and upbeat art style, others find it messy and criticize the mobile version's simplistic 2D visuals. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point that contributes to the game’s distinctive atmosphere.
- “Graphics are vibrant and colorful, fitting the LGBT theme of the game. I love the doodle hand-drawn style the creator went for, reminding me of another game, 'The Big Con.' Played the first 2 episodes and I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.”
- “I played episode one for quite a bit (like 1 and a half hours) and honestly it's such a refreshing game with beautiful colors and a radical art style.”
- “Plus, the aesthetic is a jam. I keep getting floored by how impressive the backgrounds are.”
- “The mobile app features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “The artstyle seems, for lack of a better word, messy and unclean to me.”
- “[Gameplay 8/20. Graphics 12/20. Story 15/20. Music 15/20. Replayability 15/20.] Final grade 65/100.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor effectively tackles themes like inequality with clever, often cringey jokes that blend charm and wit. While some find the humor hit or miss, many praise its funny dialogue, engaging characters, and playful use of slang, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, the humor is a strong highlight that balances heavy moments with genuine laughs.
- “Nice little indie game, it tackles inequality through humor pretty well.”
- “It's very funny and has a lot to say.”
- “A well world-built game with charming characters and pretty funny dialogue... super invested to see where it goes from here!”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally simple, featuring a point-and-click style that effectively supports the story and world-building. While some users find it basic or hit-or-miss, others appreciate its fun and purposeful design, especially in key story moments and set-piece segments. Overall, gameplay is functional and enjoyable, though not particularly complex.
- “The story is well thought out and engaging, the gameplay is simple but still fun to mess around with, the characters are all unique, well designed and wonderfully written, and the concept and how the devs used it and expanded on the world is great!”
- “From the basement to the kitchen to the skatepark, everything had a gameplay and storytelling purpose.”
- “The quick gameplay segment of trying to break out of being grounded is a fun set-piece.”
- “Gameplay is pretty simple with a point & click style; it gets the job done.”
- “I'm personally not the biggest fan of the gameplay or music, and the humor was a bit hit or miss for me, but that's just my taste.”
- “[Gameplay 8/20. Graphics 12/20. Story 15/20. Music 15/20. Replayability 15/20.] Final grade 65/100.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evolves from a lighthearted, comedic experience into a deeply emotional and heart-wrenching journey, exploring complex relationships and heavy themes. Players encounter powerful storytelling moments that evoke strong feelings and thoughtful reflection, making it a compelling and memorable narrative.
- “It starts off as a charming and comedic story but slowly gets itself into some deep and emotional stuff.”
- “It's time to find out about Cody, Juvie and Mini's relationship in the most heart-breaking way possible and one of this season's greatest usage of gameplay so far.”
- “It starts out as a fairly silly and lighthearted romp, and quickly becomes so much more with some really hard-hitting, heartbreaking moments.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with several users praising its quality and how it effectively complements the atmosphere, particularly highlighting the track "Petrol Skies." While some personal tastes vary, overall the soundtrack is considered a strong and immersive aspect of the game.
- “It has good characters, worldbuilding, art, music, and plot.”
- “Moving past the plot and characters, the art and music for this are amazing too.”
- “I especially love the music, specifically the track Petrol Skies which plays in the fifth chapter of the first season.”
- “I'm personally not the biggest fan of the gameplay or music, and the humor was a bit hit or miss for me, but that's just my taste.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is praised for its unique and engaging designs, particularly with a fresh take on themes like prejudice and social classes. The characters are fun and distinct, making them enjoyable for voice acting and standing out compared to similar furry-themed series.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is rated moderately, scoring 15 out of 20, indicating that while it offers some incentive to play again, it may not fully engage players for extended replay sessions. Overall, it provides a decent but not exceptional level of replay value.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is effectively enhanced by music that closely matches and reinforces the game's mood, creating an immersive experience.
- “The music reflects the mood of the atmosphere very well.”