Cureocity

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Cureocity is a single player action game. It was developed by Bread On Board and was released on March 21, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 351 reviews

story64 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features an adorable art style and charming character designs that enhance the overall experience.
It offers a unique puzzle-based combat system that requires strategic thinking, making battles engaging and enjoyable.
The story is heartwarming and has multiple endings, providing a sense of emotional depth despite the game's short length.

The gameplay can feel overly simplistic and linear, with many battles having predetermined solutions that limit player creativity.
Translation issues and awkward dialogue can detract from the storytelling experience, making some scenes confusing or less impactful.
The game is very short, taking only about an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more content and depth.

story
148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally described as short, charming, and heartwarming, featuring cute characters and engaging dialogue. While some players noted translation issues and a lack of depth, many appreciated the emotional core and multiple endings that add replay value. Overall, the narrative is seen as a delightful complement to the game's art and puzzle mechanics, leaving players wanting more.
- “It is a very short game with a cute art style and a sweet, heartwarming story!”
- “The characters are charming and fun with very cute designs, and the story is engaging and has multiple endings depending on your actions.”
- “The story is surprisingly heartwarming for an hour of gameplay, you should definitely check it out!”
- “The translation is a little bit wonky, and the story isn't revolutionary, but it has charm.”
- “Very short and simple story.”
- “I would really like if it was more in depth explained, as it very lacks any backstory.”
emotional
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its cute and heartwarming narrative, which resonates deeply with players, often evoking feelings of joy and nostalgia. Despite its short length, the story effectively conveys themes of companionship and healing, with some players noting unexpected emotional depth and touching moments that can even bring them to tears. While some translation issues may detract from the emotional impact, the overall experience remains charming and uplifting, making it a delightful journey for those seeking a wholesome gaming experience.
- “Really wholesome and surprisingly endearing, Cureocity is a simple JRPG that carries a few unexpected dark undertones beneath its cute presentation.”
- “The story between the characters was heartwarming and, in my opinion, left just enough questions for people to think or imagine what happened.”
- “A heartwarming tale of companionship and recovery with fun battles sprinkled in.”
gameplay
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily turn-based and straightforward, featuring basic mechanics that some players found enjoyable despite their simplicity. While the combat and puzzle elements are inventive and occasionally clever, many reviewers noted that the mechanics are not well-explained, leading to confusion during battles. Overall, the game offers a charming experience with a cute art style and engaging story, but it lacks depth and replayability due to predictable enemy movements and linear progression.
- “The atmosphere, music, and gameplay are all smooth and enjoyable.”
- “I was very pleasantly surprised by gameplay that is not excessively boring thanks to the interesting dialogue, and a story that is not afraid to go to some really interesting places, leaving me with genuine curiosity and interest by the end.”
- “The story itself isn't too complex but does have a sound emotional core, and the gameplay, while simple, is actually really inventive. It makes me want to see more from this studio, especially a game that expands on the ideas shown here.”
- “You won't really find thrilling gameplay, just standard turn-based combat.”
- “The combat isn't very clearly explained; the mechanics are, but you still have to figure out the strategy.”
- “Now the only downside here is the core gameplay falling really flat; it's not designed to be replayable as every enemy movement is predictable and progress is linear.”
graphics
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, which many players find appealing and fitting for the game's lighthearted narrative. While some critiques mention the simplicity and lack of dynamic visuals, the overall consensus is that the hand-drawn, anime-inspired aesthetics enhance the experience, making it a delightful visual treat. Despite comparisons to more graphically advanced titles, the game's cute visuals and engaging character designs stand out positively.
- “The art style is absolutely adorable, I struggled a bit to understand the fight mechanisms but I liked that each opponent gave us a new way to fight.”
- “The hand-drawn style gives a perfect anime aesthetic and every battle is a fun puzzle to solve.”
- “Such a cute adventure, short and sweet, every battle is a puzzle, and the graphics are so charming that I fell in love the moment I saw it on Steam.”
- “The game features really lackluster 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “This came out in the same year as Baldur's Gate 3, by the way, and no, that's not an 'unfair' comparison, because the developer went out of their way to publish this on the same platform as actual professionally made and properly tested games with 3D graphics.”
- “Gamers don't spend thousands of dollars on gaming rigs and the latest 3D graphics cards to play 2D games.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and pleasant qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the gameplay. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the art and story, with some describing it as angelic and heartwarming. While there are minor issues like overlapping sounds, the music is generally considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's charm.
- “The atmosphere, music, and gameplay are all smooth and enjoyable.”
- “Short and sweet game with great art and soundtrack, and an adorable (though sad) story depending on what ending you get.”
- “Paired with an angelic soundtrack, this game is a masterpiece.”
- “At least make a DLC with nothing (or soundtrack) to give you money for creating this piece of art.”
- “Got a few bugs here and there during my playthrough (sprites missing, music overlapping, etc), but considering it's free I think it's no big issue.”
- “Nice art and music, but tedious combat with very linear solutions.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its cute and funny dialogues, contributing to an enjoyable experience. While the gameplay is basic, the comedic elements, including hidden achievements and multiple endings, enhance its appeal. However, some users noted that translation issues can lead to confusion or unintentional humor in more serious scenes.
- “Funny dialogue, interesting gameplay concept, and great story.”
- “Plus, multiple endings and funny hidden achievements make this a must play!”
- “I like the character and monster dialogues, cute and funny.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its smoothness and charm, featuring a cute and heart-warming aesthetic that enhances the enjoyable gameplay. Players appreciate the combination of lovely music and fun puzzles, while the emotional depth of the story adds a poignant touch to the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere, music, and gameplay are all smooth and enjoyable.”
- “Short puzzle game with a cute and heartwarming atmosphere.”
- “Phenomenal atmospheric game; no spoilers, but the ending makes me sad. It's worth your time.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to repetitive combat and linear strategies required to defeat progressively tougher monsters. While the tutorial could be improved for clarity, the overall experience is enhanced by appealing art and music, and many recommend exploring different endings despite the grind.
- “Nice art and music, but tedious combat with very linear solutions.”
- “Getting all the achievements became a little bit tedious since the gameplay was exactly the same each run, but I highly recommend trying out all the different endings.”
- “Despite it being really simple, I think the tutorial could have been explained a little better. The monsters get a little tougher each time, so all you need is to have a good strategy to defeat them, which might be rather tedious at first.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers some replayability through dialogue choices that influence the ending, but this aspect is limited due to predictable enemy movements and a linear progression that detracts from the overall experience.
- “This game does have replayability; unfortunately, it's only as deep as a dialogue choice, yet it's the sole thing that decides the ending.”
- “This game does have 'replayability', unfortunately it's only as deep as a dialogue choice, yet it's the sole thing that decides the ending.”
- “Now the only downside here is the core gameplay falling really flat; it's not designed to be replayable as every enemy movement is predictable and progress is linear.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report occasional bugs related to achievements, but these issues do not significantly impact the overall gaming experience.
- “Even then, getting all achievements got a little buggy at times, but I don't think that significantly detracts from the experience.”