Furquest

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"Furquest" is a charming RPG where you explore a world of big-headed characters, strawberries, manga, and cake. The game features minigame combat against various monsters and a competitive cake decorating mode against mysterious "Inverts." At its core, Furquest is a heartwarming story about a shaggy dog and a lonely bunny becoming the best of friends.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The unique mini-game battle system offers a refreshing twist on traditional RPG mechanics, making gameplay engaging and fun.
The characters are well-written with distinct personalities, and the game conveys positive messages about friendship and self-acceptance.

The lack of controller support and audio options can hinder the experience for some players, especially those who prefer using a controller.
The narrative can feel aimless at times, with many dialogues being irrelevant to the plot, leading to a sense of filler content.
Some mini-games are either too easy or frustratingly difficult, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay and diminish the challenge.

story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The game's story revolves around a child discovering a game cartridge, leading to a whimsical adventure filled with optional mini-games and a focus on friendship. While some players appreciate the emotional depth and character design, others feel the narrative lacks crucial elements and depth, leaving it open to interpretation. Overall, enjoyment of the story seems to depend on one's preference for lighthearted themes versus a desire for a more complex narrative.
- “The story is remarkable, and the characters are also fantastic.”
- “I was very interested in the story and thought the characters were really cute.”
- “Its on a whole, more directly personal of a story than Undertale ever was, but in that kind of off the cuff fantastical way.”
- “You do, technically, have a clearly defined goal from very early on, but it feels mostly like an excuse for the plot to progress.”
- “Now off you go to various themed worlds populated by extras who never have anything to say about the plot or the bad guy or the people you're trying to find.”
- “I had this feeling of witnessing a potential and strong story, but not delivering it at the end.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and lack of traditional RPG elements such as combat, HP, or experience points, which some players find refreshing while others consider it shallow. Instead of fighting, the game focuses on storytelling and features mini-games that add variety but may limit depth compared to standard RPG mechanics. Overall, the experience is described as emotionally engaging and unique, albeit with a lighter gameplay structure.
- “It just so happens telling a goofy story wrought with emotional contention with loose RPG mechanics is a really useful tool of expression.”
- “Despite being an RPG with no actual combat mechanics, it's actually very good!”
- “Imagine Undertale but it's way cheesier, with jokes in every interaction with other characters and mini-games instead of fights, which is pretty cool since it changes from your usual RPG and always features different mechanics.”
- “I'm honestly surprised that there's not much gameplay or content in this game.”
- “In terms of gameplay, it's very simple mechanically.”
- “The mini-games that you play make the game more unique, but it also holds the game back from having actual depth compared to a standard RPG battle system.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their charming and colorful pixel art style, complemented by a variety of visual techniques including claymation and Photoshop edits. Players appreciate the unique mini-games and the overall visual presentation, which enhances the humor and storytelling, despite some wishing for a deeper emotional connection with the characters. The combination of good music and engaging visuals contributes to a fun and immersive experience.
- “The art style and music are quite good.”
- “The mini-games also experiment with different styles of graphics, from 8-bit games to claymation.”
- “Game's visuals feature mixed media - pixel art, clay art, photoshop edits.”
- “The graphics are disappointing; the game sprites are colorful but mostly consist of just 2-frame animations.”
- “The game's visuals feature mixed media, including pixel art, clay art, and Photoshop edits, which feels inconsistent.”
- “From the graphics to the unusual dialogue and the story, everything seems poorly executed.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is widely praised for its charm and quirkiness, featuring funny jokes, silly characters, and engaging visuals that enhance the overall experience. While the writing is often goofy and entertaining, some players note a lack of depth in the dialogue until later in the game. Overall, the humor is considered a standout aspect, contributing to the game's emotional and fun atmosphere.
- “The sense of humor of this game is top-notch and super charming.”
- “A hilarious, charming and fun game!”
- “Good music, good pixel graphics, funny characters and writing.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players enjoying the soundtrack and noting its quality alongside the visuals. However, some critiques mention that the tracks can feel repetitive or sparse, resembling short loops. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, it may not be enough to elevate the overall experience for some players.
- “The art style and music are quite good.”
- “Lovely soundtrack, good spritework, decent gags, and mostly-good [but irregular] minigames.”
- “Good music, good pixel graphics, funny characters and writing.”
- “Basically the only respect in which the whole game is pretty much on-par with the demo is the music, which again I do like, but that can hardly carry the game. Honestly, even then the tracks can be a little sparse in content to the point of feeling like 8-second loops, though it's a good 8 seconds.”
- “The game's music is quite loud, and I had to figure out the right levels when I was streaming it. Other than that, I quite enjoyed it.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling, which resonates deeply with players. However, some users report feeling empty or worsened in their emotional state after playing, indicating a mixed impact. Overall, the game elicits strong emotional responses, ranging from uplifting to distressing.
- “It just so happens that telling a goofy story wrought with emotional contention and loose RPG mechanics is a really useful tool of expression.”
- “Emotional and sweet, and funny as hell.”
- “I played the game and completed it, and it made a very emotional impact on me.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be time-consuming and occasionally tedious, with some mini-games feeling frustrating due to inconsistent difficulty levels. However, the variety of mini-games is appreciated, and some players enjoy the casual nature of grinding alongside other gaming experiences.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I found some mini-games quite tedious and frustrating at times, with the difficulty of different opponents fluctuating wildly. It's a difficult thing to balance, and coming up with as many mini-games as there are is impressive in itself. Sometimes it's nice just to have a chill game next to a game you will most likely lose candy to, so it's understandable!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the environments and character designs are praised for their quality, there is little mention of depth or progression in character development, suggesting that this aspect may not be a strong focus in the game.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, optimization appears to be generally satisfactory, with few reports of performance issues, suggesting that any problems may be specific to individual setups rather than a widespread concern.
- “I haven't seen anybody else mention performance issues, though it may just be a consequence of PC games not being one size fits all.”