CUCCCHI

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CUCCCHI is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Julián Palacios and was released on July 30, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

"CUCCCHI is a single-player simulation game where you explore dioramas and labyrinths inspired by the works of artist Enzo Cucchi, with a distinctive visual style and maze-like gameplay. Collect 51 hidden objects across 10 levels to unlock an archive gallery of paintings. The game offers three difficulty modes for players of different skill levels."

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

music8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a unique art style that beautifully represents the works of Enzo Cucchi.
The soundtrack is exceptional and enhances the overall immersive experience, making exploration feel rewarding.
It's a short but captivating interactive art experience that allows players to engage with modern art in a new and intriguing way.

The presence of enemies, particularly the floating skulls, detracts from the exploration experience and can create unnecessary stress.
Some players found the maze-like sections frustrating and felt they interrupted the flow of the game.
The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content or a deeper gameplay experience.

music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its exceptional quality and atmospheric contribution, enhancing the overall sensory experience. Players appreciate the engaging electropop soundtrack, which complements the unique art style and evokes a range of emotions throughout the gameplay. Many have found the music so compelling that they purchased the soundtrack separately, highlighting its integral role in creating an enthralling atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is extremely complimentary too, so you get a wider sensory experience of inhabiting each piece and meeting those within it.”
- “The music is astounding too, remarkably reactive.”
- “The atmosphere is great, and I ran out and bought the soundtrack after finishing this game.”
- “The simple soundtrack assists in emphasizing the unique and varied feelings evoked from each level.”
- “Super atmospheric and intriguing environments to explore while jamming to a kickass soundtrack by Skinless Lizard.”
- “Very interesting art style throughout and atmospheric music choice.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their unique and stunning aesthetic, heavily inspired by the works of Italian painter Enzo Cucchi. Players appreciate the immersive experience of exploring a visually rich environment that serves as both a homage and an interactive gallery, although some find navigation challenging due to the visual design. Overall, the graphics effectively convey the essence of Cucchi's expressionism, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “Stunning graphics and aesthetic, based on the artworks by the Italian painter Enzo Cucchi, with a beautiful gallery of his main works.”
- “Incredible artwork, incredible music, incredible visual style.”
- “Beautiful art style that is in itself a homage, not a recreation.”
- “The game's graphics do not make it easy to tell where to go or what is up ahead from far away, making it easy to walk into dead ends in the maze segments.”
- “Playing this game is like walking through a collection of Enzo Cucchi's artworks.”
- “Cuccchi is a very aesthetic adventure that felt a bit more like an itch.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay combines traditional exploration and collection mechanics with unique maze sequences reminiscent of a first-person horror version of Pac-Man, creating a distinctive experience. Players enjoy a balance of free exploration and tense moments, although some find the challenge lacking and suggest improvements in movement precision. Overall, the pacing enhances the experience, making environmental exploration feel significant amidst engaging gameplay segments.
- “It’s a great game; it uses some traditional exploration and collection gameplay principles in tandem with a concept that has been done many times before, first-person 'horror' Pac-Man, and of course the beautiful reimaginings and interpretations of the base material to create something unique and original, ultimately fostering close examinations of abstract art.”
- “The player experience is characterized by pacing that makes opportunities to explore and take closer looks at the environment and visuals seem special and gameplay relevant, with engaging quick segments of 'FPS Pac-Man' maze gameplay.”
- “One of the central mechanical pillars of the game is the task of finding collectibles and avoiding skulls in Windows 95 maze screensaver-esque sequences.”
- “My only issue with it is the gameplay and movement.”
- “The gameplay is simple and the challenge is very little, though it does have its moments when you get chased by multiple skulls at a time.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating art style and exceptional soundtrack, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of a museum. Players find the environments intriguing and evocative, making it a recommended choice for fans of atmospheric exploration games. Overall, the combination of artistic design and music contributes to an enthralling atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The atmosphere is great, and I ran out and bought the soundtrack after finishing this game.”
- “Super atmospheric and intriguing environments to explore while jamming to the kickass soundtrack by Skinless Lizard.”
- “An artistic and atmospheric walking simulator with maze elements, highly recommended for those who love evocative video games.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, experiencing confusion, anxiety, and intense feelings that led to crying and panic. This suggests that the game effectively evokes deep emotional responses, leaving players feeling unsettled yet engaged.
- “It confused me, made me breathe weird, I cried, I panicked.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears.”
- “I felt a rollercoaster of emotions that I didn't expect.”